Honorary Patrons: The Consulate General of the Republic of Poland in New York Consul General Maciej Golubiewski THE XXI INTERNATIONAL CHOPIN & FRIENDS FESTIVAL THE XXI INTERNATIONAL CHOPIN & FRIENDS FESTIVAL 1 The XXI INTERNATIONAL CHOPIN & FRIENDS FESTIVAL: “IN HONOR OF XXI International Chopin & STANISLAW MONIUSZKO” Friends Festival I dedicate this festival to the memory of Stanislaw Moniuszko – the father of Polish national opera in celebration of what would have been his 200 birthday. November 8 - November 26, 2019 Mirroring Moniuszko’s deep patriotism – after completing my carrier as a principal ballet dancer and choreographer in my native Poland - I have dedi- cated the last twenty plus years to promoting Polish art and artists in America. The International Chopin & Friends Festival in New York showcases innova- tive artists who emulate Chopin in uniting the traditional and the modern, the As I celebrated my 70th birthday this year, I reflect on the fact that change young and the mature, the national and the universal, and all the art forms. is inevitable and should be embraced and accepted. Autumn is a wonderful example of that, as leaves change color and fall off the branches, surrender- New York Dance & Arts Innovations, Inc. (NYDAI) is the founding sponsor of ing to the coming of winter, they unintentionally make room for a rebirth in the this popular fall celebration. spring. It is in fact, our human nature to evolve and change with time. As we grow older, we also grow wiser, and thus know when to let go of things and move on, making space for younger, fresh and excited individuals to shine. After over 20 years of our existence, it has come time for a rebirth of NYDAI. GALA CONCERT A time to embrace, change allowing some of my dear friends to retire from From grandeur to dance 4 their board responsibilities as they embark on new adventures and welcom- 1 ing excited and talented new individuals to fulfill their passion through this charitable work. But, as we embark on this change of personnel, we remain true to our admirable mission of providing a unique international platform for JAZZ CONCERT 10 Improvisation Polish artists - both the renown and the novice - and a forum which introduces 2 Polish audiences to artist from around the globe and allows for the promotion of Polish artists in the America. NEW VISIONS OF MONIUSZKO 16 Words in music I would like to honor my dear friends who have resigned from the board of 3 directors of NYDAI, for over 20 years of dedication and public service. A very special thank you is owed to Dr. Suzanne Walther and Dr. Eric Walther, who 22 MOST BEAUTIFUL POLISH SONGS 26 Ordonka and more years ago sat at my dining room table, writing the bi-laws of NYDAI with me 4 and helping this thriving organization come to life. I would also like to thank Ms. Arri Sendzimir and her family for their generous patronage over NYDAI GRAND GALA 28 – a patronage which added stability and prestige to us over the years. Also "Polish- American Fantasy" celebrating 100 years a warm thank you to Dr. Przemyslaw Moskal, who for many years served as 5 of Poland/US diplomatic relations NYDAI’s Artistic Director as well as the designer of NYDAI’s website; organizer HISTORICAL PERFORMANCE PRACTICE of 3D and interactive art exhibitions; and exchanges with Polish University stu- 36 Baroque Virtuosity dents. Lastly, a heartfelt thank you to Dr. Agnieszka Zak – Moskal, who served 6 as the Executive Director of NYDAI over the last two decades. Under her lead- ership, NYDAI received many prestigious grants and awards – for which I am forever grateful. All of the above-mentioned individuals share great passion for the Arts, which I’m sure they will carry with them in their future endeavors. BOARD OF DIRECTORS: As we turn over a new leaf as an organization, I am grateful to report that Marian Żak, President Anna Zak, will remain the Secretary of the Board of Directors, a role she has Dr. Kinga Augustyn, Vice President held from our beginnings till now. She will continue to provide organizational leadership and expertise to our new members as they embark on this exciting Jakub Polaczyk, Vice President journey. In addition, two years ago in keeping with our international mission, Ahmed Wafik,Vice President we welcomed to the board of directors, Ahmed Wafik – a talented Egyptian architect and photographer - I am happy to report that he will remain in his Łukasz Wroński, Treasurer role of Vice President, providing continued guidance and support. Anna K. Żak, Secretary Finally, I am thrilled to welcome new talented and knowledgeable board mem- bers whose passion and vision will help guide NYDAI into a new era: Dr. Kinga FESTIVAL LEADERSHIP TEAM: Augustyn - a talented violinist - as a Vice President of the board of directors Łukasz Wronski, Executive Director and the Artistic Director of NYDAI; Jakub Polaczyk – an innovative composer as a Vice President of the board of directors and the Director of New Music Dr. Kinga Augustyn, Artistic Director of NYDAI, as well as the organizer and judge of the International Composition Jakub Polaczyk, New Music Director Contest; and Lukasz Wronski - a businessman and world-renowned luthier – Katarzyna Gumpert, Program Director, Curator as the Treasure of the board of directors and the Executive Director of NYDAI. Brian Manning, Graphic Director I am excited for this new phase in NYDAI’s existence and appreciative of the Aneta Kosin, Cover Artwork new members of the board of directors and the leaderships team, for their input, passion and hard work in making the XXI Festival a reality. Marta Pawlaczek, Grant Manager I am of course tremendously obliged to our generous sponsors without whom NYDAI would not be able to thrive. A profound thank you to those sponsors, HONORARY PATRON: listed below, who have faithfully supported us over the last two decades: The Consulate General of the Republic of Poland in New York • The Consulate General of the Republic of Poland in New York and Consul General Consul General Maciej Golubiewski • Polish & Slavic Federal Credit Union and Chairman Krzysztof Maciej Golubiewski Matyszczyk, as well as Bogdan Chmielewski, CEO • Polish Slavic Center and President & CEO Bozena Kaminski The project is co-sponsored by the Consulate General of the Finally, I would be remis if I didn’t thank all of you – our faithful audience – as Republic of Poland in New York it is you who makes all of this hard work worthwhile. Hearing the applause, as well as interacting with you all during the festival’s events reassures me that I have accomplished the goal I set out for NYDAI - to be a beacon for Polish artist and audiences. Together, we have successfully created an international platform allowing for a fluent cultural exchange and the promotion of Polish art in America. With sincere thanks and hope for a bright future, Marian Zak President and Founder THE XXI INTERNATIONAL CHOPIN & FRIENDS FESTIVAL 3 GALA CONCERT: The artists of the Polish School are represented in both public and private From grandeur to dance collections in the United States and internationally as well as many world- 123456 class museums including the Museum of Modern Art in New York City, Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco in San Francisco, Victoria & Albert When: Where: Museum in London, and Musée de la Publicité, Le Louvre in Paris. Friday, November 8, 2019 at 7 PM Consulate General of the The three periods of Polish School of Posters are divided as follows: *Free Admission Republic of Poland 233 Madison Avenue Please arrive at 6:30 PM • The First Generation (post-World War II) Seating is on a first-come-first-serve basis (Jan Karski corner) Two of the founding artists were Henryk Tomaszewski and New York, NY 10016 Tadeusz Trepkowski. Each contributed to the Polish School’s unique style - the quick sketch, full of humor; concise composi- Exhibition: Galeria Contemporary Posters tion a painter’s palette as well as the use of symbolism and Kasia Gumpert - curator Jan Mlodozeniec (7) surrealistic metaphors. Jan Sawka (1,2) Marian Stachurski (8) The Second Generation (the 1950s and 1960s) Hubert Hilscher (3) Tadeusz Trepkowski (9) • These artists, born in the 1920s and 1930s, include Hubert Henryk Tomaszewski (4) Karol Sliwka (10) Hilscher, Jan Lenica, Jan Mlodozeniec, Karol Sliwka, Marian Waldemar Swierzy (5) Rafal Olbinski (11) Stachurski, Waldemar Swierzy and Roslaw Szaybo. They con- Roslaw Szaybo (6) tinued the work of the First Generation, but in a more restrained, intellectual style; often favoring abstraction or drawing upon the Mariusz Monczak – violin Robert Adamczak – piano Katarzyna Musiał – piano fantastic and surreal. Program • The Third Generation (the 1960s-1980s) Ignacy Jan Paderewski (1860-1941) Sonata in A Minor, Op 13 for violin Born during and after World War II, these artists include Rafal and piano Olbinski and Jan Sawka. They introduced more aggressive 1. Allegro con fantasia designs intended to surprise, provoke or disturb the viewers’ 2. Intermezzo - Andantino beliefs and values; frequently using camouflage and commonly Stanisław Moniuszko (1819-1872) Dumka (transcription for violin and piano) understood ironies to communicate surreptitiously with the public. This generation firmly established thePolish School of Posters’ reputation throughout the international art community. Fryderyk Chopin (1810-1849) Waltz in A minor Op. Posth. Prelude in E minor Op. 28, No. 4 Spend time pondering these wonderful posters! Discover their beauty, their superb visual language as well as the artists' and/or your own Grażyna Bacewicz (1909-1969) Waltz interpretation of the messages residing below the surface of the beautiful Prelude imagery! Joaquín Turina (1882 – 1949) Danza de la Seduccion *Contemporary Posters - a division of Prior Products Inc., a New York com- Sacro-monte pany founded in 1933 - specializes in the art of the golden age of the Polish School of Posters (1945-89).