Michal Cwizewicz

Michał Ćwiżewicz is a distinguished British-Polish violinist and educator at the Royal College of Music's Strings Faculty. A graduate of Imperial College London (MSc Aeronautical Engineering, 2007) and multiple prestigious conservatoires, he performs globally with ensembles including the Minerva Piano Trio, Górecki Chamber Orchestra (as concertmaster), and Ognisko Ensemble (as director). His recordings feature on BBC Radio 3 and Polish national television, with notable performances on a 1731 Niccola Gagliano violin on loan from a private collection.

• Education: Royal College of Music, Guildhall School of Music and Drama, Escuela Superior de Música Reina Sofía
• Mentored by Itzhak Rashkovsky, Krzysztof Smietana, and quartet members

His research interests focus on advanced violin technique, chamber music collaboration, and historical performance practices. As Head of Strings at Uppingham School, he bridges academic and professional music education.

Scientific Awards:

• Young Artists Reception at Buckingham Palace (2012)