Michał Spisak's Olympic Anthem for mixed choir and orchestra was chosen from 392 entries to be played at the opening of the 16th Olympic Games in Melbourne in 1956.
Recording & Production
This recording was created as part of Anna Czaicka-Jaklewicz's doctoral dissertation, which focused on Michał Spisak as a leading representative of Neoclassicism in Poland.
Performer Biography
Anna Czaicka-Jaklewicz, the pianist on this recording, has won awards for outstanding accompaniment at several international competitions, including the Michał Spisak International Music Competition.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Despite a difficult childhood, Michał Spisak's music is described as cheerful, full of energy, and movement, reflecting his optimistic nature.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Michał Spisak's musical philosophy was simple: he composed for his own pleasure, and if others enjoyed it, that was a bonus.
Composer Biography
Michał Spisak, the composer, suffered from poliomyelitis as a child, which left him unable to move independently for many years.
Composer Biography
Michał Spisak studied composition with Nadia Boulanger, a renowned French educator, composer, conductor, and journalist, in Paris.
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