Szymanowski's Songs of an Infatuated Muezzin reflect his great interest in Arab and Persian culture, which also inspired his opera 'King Roger'.
Historical Context
In 1901, Warsaw, where Szymanowski went to continue his musical studies, was still a provincial city, much like it had been in Chopin's time.
Composer Biography
Karol Szymanowski, the composer, received his early education at home due to a leg injury at age four, which prevented him from attending school.
Performer Biography
Karol Stryja, the conductor, is among the most eminent Polish conductors, having studied conducting in Katowice and worked as a viola-player in the Polish Radio and Television Symphony Orchestra.
Composition History
Szymanowski's 'Songs of the Fairy-tale Princess' were composed in 1915 and show the composer's growing interest in ancient and oriental cultures.
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