Jerzy Kaszuba

Prof. Jerzy Kaszuba serves as a full professor at the Academy of Music in Bydgoszcz since 1996, teaching accordion performance, and also holds a teaching position at the Academy of Music in Poznań. His distinguished administrative career includes serving as Rector of the Academy of Music in Bydgoszcz during two terms (1999-2005 and 2012-2020), Dean of the Instrumental Faculty (1993-1996), and Vice-Rector for Educational Affairs (2005-2012).

He graduated from the State Higher School of Music in Warsaw under Professor Włodzimierz Lech Puchnowski. His performance background includes international solo and duo concerts across Lithuania, Latvia, Germany, Austria, and France, with notable appearances at the Warsaw Autumn and Poznań Musical Spring festivals.

Prof. Kaszuba's research and artistic focus centers on contemporary accordion repertoire and innovative pedagogy for young musicians. His expertise is reflected in his publication Methods of Teaching Children to Play the Accordion, which establishes him as a leading authority in music education methodology.

His significant contributions to Polish musical culture have been recognized through:

• Youth Artistic Award named after S. Wyspiański
• Laureate status in national music competitions
• Laureate status in international competitions (France, Germany)

As an educator, he has mentored over 50 graduates, many achieving success in prestigious competitions. He actively shapes the accordion community as Vice-President of the Association of Polish Accordionists' Main Board and serves on juries for national and international competitions. His leadership extends to promoting accordion music through social initiatives and festival participation.