The album, titled 'The Beginnings', offers a diverse range of musical experiences that have significantly influenced the performer's musical career.
Recording & Production
This album was recorded at the European Center Matecznik 'Mazowsze' in Otrębusy, Poland, from May 23rd to 26th, 2018.
Composition History
Krystian Kiełb's 'Paintings' were specifically composed for this album and musically depict five famous impressionistic paintings by artists like van Gogh and Dali.
Performer Biography
Adam Piotr Żukiewicz is an avid performer of new music, regularly presenting modern works and premiering new compositions, including the European premiere of Oscar Peterson's 'Goodbye Old Friend' (arranged by Don Thompson and Adam Piotr Żukiewicz) on this album.
Composer Biography
Jacobus Kloppers, a South African/Canadian composer, fled South Africa with his family to Canada during Apartheid due to his struggle against the political regime's oppression and racism.
Performer Biography
Adam Piotr Żukiewicz, the pianist on this album, has performed internationally in major venues such as Carnegie Hall and Teatro alla Scala, and has won several piano competitions.
Composition History
Oscar Peterson, the legendary jazz pianist, wrote 'Goodbye Old Friend' in 1986 to celebrate his long-lasting friendship with Niels-Henning Orsted Pedersen, who was leaving his group.
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