Maciej Sikała

Maciej Sikała (born 1961 in Gdańsk) is a Polish jazz musician, saxophonist, composer, and Lecturer in the jazz program at the Stanisław Moniuszko Academy of Music in Gdańsk and the Academy of Music in Bydgoszcz.

His career highlights include:

• Performances with leading Polish jazz figures (Jan Ptaszyn Wróblewski, Tomasz Stańko) and international artists (Lester Bowie, David Liebman)
• Over 50 recorded albums (including five as a leader)
• Two Fryderyk Award nominations
• Extensive international touring across Europe, Asia, and North America

Research interests focus on jazz improvisation, saxophone pedagogy, and cross-cultural musical collaborations. His work bridges academic teaching with active performance, maintaining strong connections to both Polish and global jazz communities.

Scientific awards and recognitions:

• Fryderyk Award nominations (2008, 2013)
• Młoda Polska scholarship (2011)