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Piotr Staniszewski is an Assistant Professor at the Stanisław Moniuszko Academy of Music in Gdańsk, where he has been employed since October 2024. Previously, he taught French horn at the Academy of Art in Szczecin from 2017 to 2022, where he was appointed professor in 2020. He maintains an active performance career as a member of the Polish Baltic Philharmonic Orchestra in Gdańsk since 1993, performing internationally in Vatican City, Germany, Sweden, Russia, China, and USA. He also collaborates with the Polish Chamber Philharmonic in Sopot and has performed over 130 solo recitals and chamber concerts. Staniszewski's primary research interests encompass 19th-century Italian opera and the life and work of Gioacchino Rossini. His scholarly work includes six publications on piano music prepared as part of the International Piano Music Academic Sessions in Gdańsk. He has authored more than a dozen published arrangements or transcriptions for horn and chamber ensembles. His most recent publication, in October 2024, appeared in 'The Horn Call,' the quarterly journal of the International Horn Society in the USA, focusing on CD Lorenz. His artistic output includes three significant recordings: 'Sacred Music for Horn and Organ' (2000) with organist Ewa Mazurek-Krasodomska; 'Concert Songs of Romanticism' (2008) with soprano Aleksandra Kucharska-Szefler and pianist Bożena Szull-Talar; and 'Horn Fantasy' (2019), featuring the world's first recording of works for horn and piano by Carl Daniel Lorenz (1816-1866). Bronze Badge of the Polish Association of Choirs and Orchestras (1996) Award of the Mayor of Gdynia (2004, 2021) Diploma of the Minister of Culture (2004) Badge of Merit for Polish Culture (2009) Individual Award of the Director of the Center for Artistic Education (2016) Medal of the Commission of National Education (2019) Cultural Scholarship of the City of Gdańsk (2002, 2009) Staniszewski combines his academic work with extensive teaching experience, having instructed French horn and chamber ensemble classes at the Primary and Secondary Music School in Gdynia since 1993 and at the Complex of State Music Schools in Koszalin. His students have won over 230 awards in regional, national, and international competitions. He serves on juries for music competitions and as a consultant for the Center for Artistic Education in Warsaw since 2021. His music journalism for 'Ruch Muzyczny' includes 85 reports on major musical events in the Gdańsk region and international opera performances.

• Music Performance
• French Horn
• 19th-century Italian Opera
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Katarzyna Myćka is a Professor at the Stanisław Moniuszko Academy of Music in Gdańsk, where she has served since the 2018/19 academic year. A marimba virtuoso and one of the leading pioneers of concert marimba performance, she represents a unique specialization within the Faculty II – Instrumental department, specifically in percussion studies. Her academic journey began as a piano student at the same institution under Grażyna Fiedoruk-Sienkiewicz, and since 2001 she has worked at her alma mater, initially as an accompanying pianist for various instrumental classes before focusing on marimba performance and education. Myćka's research interests center on marimba performance practice, contemporary percussion repertoire development, and the scholarly investigation of women composers. Her doctoral dissertation on women composers, defended in 2023, represents a significant contribution to musicology and gender studies in music. She actively promotes Polish musical heritage through editing sheet music collections of forgotten Polish composers and has developed a comprehensive discography that showcases both traditional repertoire adaptations and contemporary works. Her seven commercially released CDs demonstrate remarkable versatility, spanning from Bach transcriptions to modern compositions by artists like Emmanuel Séjourné and Anna Ignatowicz. Meritorious for Polish Culture distinction from the Minister of Culture and National Heritage (2016) Medal of the National Education Commission (2023) As an educator, Professor Myćka founded the International Katarzyna Myćka Marimba Academy (IKMMA), an intensive masterclass program that has become a significant training ground for emerging marimba specialists. Her teaching extends beyond technical mastery to encompass artistic interpretation and professional development for percussionists. She actively promotes the work of women composers both through her scholarly research and performance practice, contributing to greater representation in concert programming. Myćka maintains an active performance career, having collaborated with prestigious ensembles including the Beijing Symphony Orchestra, Camerata Israeli, Wiener KammerOrchester, and Stuttgart Philharmonic Orchestra, demonstrating her international stature in the percussion world.

• Marimba Performance
• Percussion
• Contemporary Music
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Prof. Antoni Taraszkiewicz is a faculty member at the Faculty of Architecture , Gdańsk University of Technology, serving as Head of the Department of Residential and Public Architecture . He works alongside his daughter Karolina Taraszkiewicz in both academic and professional realms, co-founding the FORT Taraszkiewicz Architects studio. Research Focus : Integrating historical architectural elements with modern sustainable design, urban revitalization of brownfields, facade composition patterns, and architectural education pedagogy. Publications : His work emphasizes the New European Bauhaus initiative, medieval tenement archetypes, multifunctional building systems, and the psychological balance in residential environments. Academic Leadership : He contributes to curriculum development, blending traditional design principles with digital tools and community-centric approaches.

• Architectural Design
• Sustainable Urban Development
• Historical Architecture Integration
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Monika Kędziora is a Professor (prof. AMP) at the Ignacy Jan Paderewski Academy of Music in Poznań, Poland, affiliated with the Institute of Music Composition and Theory. She holds a habilitation (doktor habilitowany) from the Grażyna and Kiejstut Bacewicz Academy of Music in Łódź (2013) and has received national honors including the Bronze Medal for Long Service (2010) and the 'Meritorious for Polish Culture' badge. Her research focuses on composition and music theory , specializing in Polish contemporary music. She explores compositional techniques, musical temporality, and the works of Polish composers like Roman Maciejewski and Florian Dąbrowski. Her publications demonstrate interdisciplinary analysis of music-text relationships, historical contexts, and philosophical dimensions of musical structure. Awards and distinctions include: Medal Młodego Pozytywisty (2004) Brązowy Medal za Długoletnią Służbę (2010) Odznaka honorowa 'Zasłużony dla Kultury Polskiej' She teaches core subjects including composition, counterpoint, 20th-21st century techniques, and musical analysis, while supervising doctoral research in musical interpretation.

• Composition
• Music Theory
• Polish Music
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Prof. Anna Janosz is a distinguished academic at the Stanisław Moniuszko Academy of Music in Gdańsk, specializing in rhythmics and music education. She holds a PhD (1998) and postdoctoral degrees (2003, 2013), and was appointed Professor in 2011. Her roles include teaching Promotion of Cultural Goods, Event Organization, and Pedagogy, while leading the Department of Rhythmics & Piano Improvisation since 2020. She is internationally recognized for her research in movement interpretations of 20th/21st century music, publishing a monograph Sound in Movement Interpretations... (2012) and over a dozen academic articles. Her work bridges music, movement, and education through the Dalcroze method, with engagements in Austria, Spain, China, and Serbia. Awards include the Rector’s Award and Poland’s 'Meritorious for Polish Culture' honor badge. Research focuses on rhythmic expression, sonorist timbres, and music’s impact on movement. She leads workshops globally and organizes community music initiatives. Professional activities span university teaching, international conferences, and cultural management projects under Erasmus programs.

• Cultural Management
• Music Education
• Cultural Animation
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Jacek Koprowicz (born November 3, 1947 in Łódź) is a distinguished Polish film director and professor of film arts at the National Film School in Łódź. With an academic career spanning over five decades, Professor Koprowicz has established himself as a significant figure in Polish cinema and film education, mentoring generations of filmmakers while maintaining an active directorial practice. His educational background includes: 1970: Cultural Studies at the Faculty of Philology (Department of Film Theory and History) of the University of Łódź 1974: Cinematography Department of the National Film, Television and Theatre School in Łódź 1976-1979: Directing Department of the National Film School in Łódź Professor Koprowicz's professional focus centers on film directing techniques, narrative structure, and visual composition. His creative work demonstrates a consistent engagement with both traditional cinematic approaches and contemporary film language. As an educator, he has specialized in guiding student filmmakers through the complexities of film production, with particular emphasis on narrative development and visual storytelling techniques. His mentorship approach combines technical expertise with artistic guidance, helping students develop their unique cinematic voices while mastering fundamental film principles. The analysis of his recent filmography (2019-2025) reveals continued active participation in Polish cinema, with notable involvement in educational film projects. His work spans various subfields including screenwriting consultation, artistic supervision, and pedagogical guidance across diverse film genres. The consistent theme throughout his recent projects is the development of narrative techniques and visual composition in student film production. Professor Koprowicz's contributions to Polish culture have been formally recognized through several prestigious awards: Bronze Medal for Merit to Culture - Gloria Artis (2014) Academic title of professor of film arts (2017) Silver Cross of Merit (2024) As a dedicated educator, Professor Koprowicz has supervised over 50 student film projects throughout his career at the National Film School in Łódź, providing artistic guidance across various aspects of film production. His mentorship extends beyond technical instruction to encompass the philosophical and artistic dimensions of filmmaking, emphasizing the importance of authentic storytelling and visual expression. He remains actively engaged with the Polish Film Academy and continues to influence the direction of contemporary Polish cinema through both his own creative work and his educational contributions.

• Film Directing
• Cinematography
• Screenwriting
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Marek Kamola (born 1979 in Lublin) serves as a lecturer at the Feliks Nowowiejski Academy of Music in Bydgoszcz, where he teaches piano performance and collaborates with contemporary composers through the Polish Composers' Union. His international career spans solo recitals and orchestral performances across Poland and abroad. His educational foundation includes: Graduate of the Feliks Nowowiejski Academy of Music in Bydgoszcz under Prof. T. Szebanowa Postgraduate Piano Studies with Prof. E. Pobłocka Master classes with M. Drewnowski, T. Szebanowa, L. Nagel, and W. Mierżanow Kamola specializes in cross-era piano repertoire with emphasis on modern compositions, leveraging his partnership with the Polish Composers' Union to premiere new works. His chamber music expertise is particularly noted in vocal accompaniment contexts, where he has received specialized recognition. Key honors include: 2nd Prize at the 1st Interschool Piano Competition in Łódź (1997) Honorable mention at the 5th International IJ Paderewski Piano Competition in Bydgoszcz (2001) J. Lefeld Prize for outstanding accompaniment at the 4th IJ Paderewski Vocal Competition (2012) Lublin City Hall and Mayor's Scholarship for artistic development His institutional support from Lublin authorities has directly enabled international touring and collaborations with living composers, strengthening the academy's contemporary music initiatives through performance-based research.

• Piano Performance
• Contemporary Music
• Chamber Music
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Dr. hab. Kamila Kułakowska serves as a university professor at the Feliks Nowowiejski Academy of Music in Bydgoszcz, where she has led the singing class since 2013 and held the position of vice-dean of the Faculty of Vocal and Acting from 2016 to 2020. An internationally active soprano, she maintains a dual career in performance and pedagogy across European concert halls and opera stages. Her academic foundation includes a diploma with distinction from the Academy of Music in Bydgoszcz's Vocal and Acting Department, preceded by piano studies at the Secondary State School of Music. She refined her vocal technique through master classes with Christoph Hampe (Karlsruhe), Christoph Elssner (Dresden), and Hanna Łazarska (Vienna). Professor Kułakowska specializes in classical vocal repertoire spanning over 200 art songs and major operatic roles by Mozart, Gluck, Tchaikovsky, and Stravinsky. Her artistic focus integrates historical performance practice with contemporary works, particularly excelling in Mozartian roles, Slavic operas, and 20th-century compositions like Ullmann's 'Emperor of Atlantis'. Her distinguished competition record includes: Ada Sari International Vocal Art Competition: 2nd place + special prize Stanisław Moniuszko Competition: Kościuszko Foundation special prize Golden Voices National Competition: 1st place + operetta prize Paderewski Vocal Competition: 2nd place + Polish Radio prize Duszniki-Zdrój National Competition: Special prize Halina Halska Competition: 3rd place + contemporary music prize As an educator, she mentors vocal students while maintaining an active performance schedule with conductors including Valery Gergiev (Teatr Wielki 'Les Troyens') and Modestas Pitrenas (Stravinsky's 'The Nightingale'). Her career bridges rigorous academic training with international stage experience across six European countries.

• Vocal Performance
• Opera
• Art Song
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Ignacy Wiśniewski is a Doctor of Fine Arts, jazz pianist, composer, and Assistant Professor at the Academy of Music in Gdańsk (Faculty IV - Choral Conducting, Church Music, Artistic Education, Rhythmics and Jazz). He specializes in vocal collaboration as arranger, coach, and songwriter, creating over a dozen musicals performed in major Polish theaters. Academy of Music in Gdańsk (Graduate and Faculty Member) Hochschule fur Musik, Theater und Medien Hannover Academie Musicale de Villecroze His research interests include improvisation as human-machine distinction , cross-genre musical collaboration , and theatrical jazz integration . His 2021 DUOS project explored algorithm-resistant composition through saxophone, double bass, and drum collaborations. Scientific Awards: Honorary Badge of Merit for Polish Culture (2022) Special Award of Pomeranian Voivodeship Marshal (2024) Young Poland Scholarship (2018) Wiśniewski leads the Ignacy Wiśniewski Trio (Jazz Shirim debut 2016) and co-founded the Almost Jazz Group quartet (2012-2017). He has collaborated with directors like Agata Duda-Gracz and received funding through the Minister of Culture's Culture on the Web program.

• Jazz Composition
• Film and Theater Music
• Vocal Coaching
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Barbara Dmochowska is a Professor at the Ignacy Jan Paderewski Music Academy in Poznań, affiliated with the Institute of Artistic Education. She specializes in Piano Performance and Musical Interpretation within the discipline of Music Arts. Academic Title: doktor habilitowany (2013) Main Fields: Chamber Music, Piano Improvisation, Polish Vocal Art Her artistic career focuses on chamber music performance, piano improvisation inspired by poetry, and Polish vocal traditions. She collaborates extensively with vocalists, poets, and instrumentalists across Europe. Notable artistic achievements include multiple CD recordings such as the world premiere of Tansman's songs (2013) and the 2022 Poznań vocal art project. She has organized over 200 cultural concerts in Wielkopolska since 1997. Scientific Awards Brązowy Medal Komisji Edukacji Narodowej Srebrny Medal za długoletnią służbę She maintains active performance and teaching roles at the academy, while also contributing to cultural event organization through concert series like "Rodzinne spotkania z poezją i muzyką" (Family Meetings with Poetry and Music).

• Chamber Music
• Piano Improvisation
• Vocal Art
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Dr. Joanna Kantyka serves as Assistant Professor at the Department of Management and Innovation in Healthcare and concurrently holds the position of Head of Department at the Department of Health Promotion and Tourism Organization within the School of Physical Education at Jerzy Kukuczka Academy of Physical Education in Katowice. Her academic career spans over a decade of teaching and research in specialized areas connecting sports, tourism, and healthcare management. Her research interests center on sports marketing , tourism management , and recreational services , with particular focus on physical activity behaviors during extraordinary circumstances like pandemic lockdowns, obesity diagnostics in aging populations, and urban recreational infrastructure quality assessment. Through extensive publication in both English and Polish journals, she examines the intersection of business management with physical activity promotion and healthcare services. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals a consistent trajectory investigating behavioral responses to environmental changes (particularly pandemic-related), methodological approaches to anthropometric measurement, and strategic marketing within recreational organizations. Her work demonstrates strong regional focus on Polish cities while contributing to broader international discourse in sports science and public health. Dr. Kantyka actively supervises master's and diploma seminars across multiple academic programs, with teaching responsibilities including Market Research in Sports Organizations, Marketing Management, Risk Management, and specialized courses in recreational services management. Her consultation schedule indicates regular student engagement with designated office hours on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

• Sports Marketing
• Tourism Management
• Recreational Services
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Aliaksandr Cyargeenka is a researcher at the Institute of Geography and Spatial Organization of the Polish Academy of Sciences, working in the Department of Urban and Population Geography since 2019. He is currently pursuing doctoral studies at the Anthropos Doctoral School of Institutes of the Polish Academy of Sciences. His educational background includes: 2003-2008: Belarusian State University in Minsk, specialization: History (native and universal history), qualification: Historian. Teacher of history and humanities and social sciences 2013-2015: Master's studies at Maria Curie-Skłodowska University in Lublin, major: International Relations, specialization: International Projects 2017-2018: Research internship at University of Warsaw, East European Studies From 2021: Doctoral studies at Anthropos Doctoral School Cyargeenka's research bridges historical analysis with contemporary geography, focusing on border regions and tourism development. His doctoral work examines how historical border changes affect tourism products on the Polish-Belarusian border. His interdisciplinary approach connects political geography, historical studies, and tourism economics to understand the complex dynamics of borderland regions. Analysis of his publication record reveals a consistent focus on Eastern European borderlands, with particular attention to how political boundaries shape tourism development. His work demonstrates sophisticated understanding of both historical context and contemporary spatial dynamics, creating valuable insights for regional development policy. His scientific achievements include: Multiple awards in history competitions during his early academic career Two phases of the prestigious Konstanty Kalinowski scholarship program Participation in the National Science Centre's 'OPUS 18' project on Polish borders as tourism resources Cyargeenka contributes to understanding how border regions can leverage their unique historical and cultural heritage for sustainable development. His research has practical implications for cross-border cooperation initiatives and regional development strategies in Eastern Europe.

• Geography of tourism
• Political geography
• Geography of political boundaries and borderlands
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Marek Barwiński, PhD hab. (doktor habilitowany), serves as an Associate Professor at the Department of Political and Historical Geography and Regional Studies within the Faculty of Geographical Sciences at the University of Lodz. He holds significant administrative positions as both Director of the Institute of Human Geography and Spatial Organization and Head of his Department. His academic career spans from October 1996 to the present at the University of Lodz, demonstrating long-standing commitment to geographical sciences in Poland. Barwiński's research focuses on the complex interplay between political geography, historical borders, and ethnic diversity. His work extensively examines national minorities, borderland regions, and geopolitical transformations, particularly in Central and Eastern Europe. He investigates how political decisions, historical events, and cartographic representations shape territorial boundaries and national identities. His research methodology often combines historical analysis with contemporary geographical approaches, examining census data, political documents, and cartographic evidence to understand demographic shifts and ethnic structures. His publication record reveals consistent scholarly output with over 50 publications, demonstrating expertise in border studies, political geography, and ethnic minority issues. His most recent works focus on Polish border formation after WWI, contemporary nationality structures in Poland, and borderland dynamics in the face of civilizational changes. His research shows a clear trajectory from historical border studies toward contemporary analyses of ethnic diversity and geopolitical challenges in border regions. As Director of the Institute of Human Geography and Spatial Organization, Barwiński leads significant academic initiatives and oversees research activities within his department. His work has established him as a prominent figure in Polish geographical sciences, particularly in the specialized fields of political and historical geography.

• Political Geography
• Historical Geography
• Ethnic Geography
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Prof. Dr. hab. Zbigniew Kozub (born 1960 in Szczecin) is a Polish composer and organist currently serving as Associate Professor at the Academy of Music in Poznań. He teaches composition and leads the Department of Composition within the Faculty of Composition, Conducting, Music Theory, and Rhythmics. Since 1994, he has also headed the Auditory Layer Studio at the Faculty of Animation, University of Arts in Poznań. Specializes in contemporary/experimental music composition Active in film music creation for both Polish and international productions Recipient of multiple composition competition awards Recipient of special award at the Poznań Film and Television Festival

• Music Composition
• Organ Performance
• Film Music
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Tomasz Samosionek is a Polish cinematographer and professor of film arts born on August 19, 1958 in Łódź. He graduated from the Faculty of Chemistry at Lodz University of Technology in 1981 and later from the Cinematography Department of the National Film, Television and Theatre School in Łódź in 1985. In 2018, he was awarded the academic title of professor of film arts. He has maintained a prolific career spanning over four decades, primarily working in documentary filmmaking while also venturing into film direction, screenwriting, and editing. Professor Samosionek's research and creative interests focus on documentary filmmaking, cinematography, visual storytelling, and Polish cinema history. His work demonstrates a particular dedication to capturing historical moments, social issues, and personal narratives through the lens of documentary cinema. His expertise spans both traditional documentary techniques and dramatized documentary formats, showing versatility in visual storytelling approaches. His recent filmography demonstrates continued active engagement in the field, with notable projects including 'TWO FLAGS' (2023), 'MIECZYSŁAW JAHODA. THE CONJURIST FROM KRAKOW' (2022), and 'STAN WOJENNY. NIE BYLIŚMY SAMI' (2021). These works reflect his ongoing interest in Polish history, cultural figures, and social documentation. Among his professional accomplishments, Samosionek has received several prestigious awards including the 'Brązowa Szabla' at the International Historical and Military Films Festival in Warsaw for 'MARCOWA GRA' (2017), the Łódź University of the Third Age Award for 'PA, KOCHANIE' (2016), and the Judaica Foundation Award for 'SARID' (2007). Throughout his career, Professor Samosionek has served as cinematographer, director, consultant, and co-producer on numerous documentary and feature films. His work at the National Film, Television and Theatre School in Łódź has undoubtedly influenced generations of Polish filmmakers, though specific details about his students are not documented in the available information.

• Documentary Filmmaking
• Cinematography
• Film Direction
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