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"A Tribute to Leonard Bernstein" brings together two generations of world-renowned Polish pianists—Marek Drewnowski and his son, Michał Drewnowski—for an extraordinary evening of music, history, and storytelling.Inspired by the historic collaboration between legendary American conductor Leonard Bernstein and Marek Drewnowski, this concert celebrates a unique chapter in Polish-American musical history. Bernstein personally invited Drewnowski to perform with the Boston Symphony Orchestra after hearing his recording of Scarlatti sonatas, leading to a lifelong artistic friendship.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS:
• Marek Drewnowski performing timeless works by Frédéric Chopin.
• Michał Drewnowski (Professor at the Chicago College of Performing Arts) playing masterpieces by Polish composers tied to the U.S., including Paderewski, Tansman, and Hofmann.
• An inside look into Marek’s personal memories and musical journey with Leonard Bernstein.
• A special four-hands piano finale featuring iconic works by Leonard Bernstein.
EVENT DETAILS:
📅 When: Sunday, November 15, 2026 at 6:30 PM
📍 Where: KMFA Studios Building (Draylen Mason Music Studio) – 41 Navasota St, Austin, TX
🎟️ Tickets: https://austinpolishfilm.com/store/drewnowski
Don't miss this journey through music, memory, and cultural dialogue between Poland and the United States!
Find more info about this year's festival here: https://www.facebook.com/share/1GaoB3A6eN/
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KMFA Classical 89.5, 3001 N Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78705-2006, United States
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