Dariusz Mikulski

Professor Dariusz Mikulski is a renowned Polish hornist, conductor, and educator affiliated with the Academy of Music in Łódź and the World Brass Association, with guest professorships at institutions including Kazakh National University, Mahidol University, and University of Manaus. His career spans artistic directorship of orchestras like the Sinfonia Masovia Orchestra and Vienna Royal Artist Orchestra, conducting roles at the Stanisław Moniuszko Grand Theatre and Wrocław Opera, and founding leadership of the MEETMIKULSKI artistic agency and MikulskiART Foundation.

• Education: Doctorate (2002) and habilitation (2014) at the Academy of Music in Łódź; diplomas in conducting from Prof. Nicolaus Harnoncourt (Austria) and Prof. Thomas Ungar (Germany); Postgraduate Management Studies (2008) at the University of Warsaw's Faculty of Management.

As a conductor, Mikulski specializes in symphonic and operatic repertoires, including works by Mozart, Rossini, Verdi, and Puccini. He has collaborated with orchestras such as the NDR Sinfonieorchester, Wiener Kammerorchester, and Thailand Philharmonic, and organized international events like the MikulskiART Opera Academy and French Horn Master Class series.

Scientific and Artistic Awards:

• Gloria Artis Medal (2008)
• Silver Medal of Berlin (2011)
• International Competition Prizes: Prague Spring, Peter-Damm Wettbewerb, Toulon Horn Competition

Mikulski's multilingual collaborations (Polish, German, English, Russian, Italian) and leadership in cultural promotion highlight his global impact. He continues to lead masterclasses and conduct performances worldwide.