Adam Zdunikowski

Adam Zdunikowski is a Professor at the F. Nowowiejski Academy of Music in Bydgoszcz and the Fryderyk Chopin University of Music (Białystok Branch), where he has taught since 2014. Concurrently, he maintains a celebrated 30-year career as a soloist at the Grand Theatre of the National Opera, having performed over 2,000 times globally with a repertoire spanning 70 operatic roles and numerous oratorio/cantata works.

His academic background includes degrees from the Vocal and Acting Department of the Academy of Music in Warsaw and Cultural Institution Management from the University of Warsaw.

Research and Artistic Interests:
Zdunikowski specializes in vocal arts, focusing on operatic performance, oratorio, cantata traditions, and music pedagogy. His work bridges artistic practice with cultural management.

Awards and Honors:

• Winner of the inaugural 'Ad Astra' Award (Minister of Culture and Art)
• Silver Medal for Merit to Culture 'Gloria Artis'
• 'Honoris Gratia' Badge (Mayor of Krakow)
• Laureate of multiple Polish/international vocal competitions

He founded/directs the Penderecki Vocal Competition and frequently chairs juries for national vocal contests, emphasizing his commitment to nurturing new talent.