جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Sławomir Kaczorowskiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Contemporary Composition
• Instrumental Music
• Choral Music
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Professor Sławomir Kaczorowski, Ph.D., has been a faculty member at the Grażyna and Kiejstut Bacewicz Academy of Music in Łódź since 1981, where he teaches composition and served as Head of the Department of Composition from 2011 to 2021. He previously held significant leadership roles including Vice-Rector for Artistic and Teaching Affairs (1999-2005) and Vice-Dean of the Faculty of Composition, Music Theory, Music Education and Rhythmics (1996-1999). His educational background includes diplomas in music theory (1981) and composition under Professor Bronisław Kazimierz Przybylski (1981) from the State Higher School of Music in Łódź. Awarded the title of professor by the President of Poland in 2002, he remains an active academic leader currently serving as chairman of the Art Section of the Polish Accreditation Commission. Kaczorowski specializes in contemporary composition with emphasis on instrumental works, chamber music, and choral compositions. His research interests manifest in diverse output featuring piano, accordion, and mixed ensembles, with notable focus on tango-inspired forms and liturgical reinterpretations. He pioneered the MUSICA MODERNA sessions promoting new music through biannual concerts and lectures. Analysis of his 15 most recent compositions reveals consistent exploration of Polish contemporary classical traditions with strong emphasis on instrumental timbre, cross-genre fusion (particularly tango elements), and innovative approaches to sacred music forms. His works demonstrate technical mastery across diverse ensembles from solo piano to full orchestral settings. Silver Medal for Merit to Culture – Gloria Artis (2021) Numerous national composition competition awards Jury membership at international competitions including the T. Baird Young Composers' Competition (Warsaw 2018) and National Association of Composers USA competitions (2017-2018) Professor Kaczorowski has mentored award-winning composers including Grzegorz Duchnowski and Tomasz Szczepanik. His institutional leadership includes directing the Grażyna Bacewicz International Composition Competition (2012, 2015, 2019) and serving as president of the Łódź Branch of the Polish Composers' Union until 2022. He maintains active artistic engagement through premieres across Europe, China, and the United States. His creative work is organized through departmental initiatives including the Department of Composition's performance series and collaboration with the Artur Rubinstein Łódź Philharmonic. Current activities focus on expanding Polish contemporary music's international presence through competitions and cross-border artistic exchanges.

• Polish Music
• Violin Performance
• 20th-Century Music
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr hab. Andrzej Wojciechowski is an Associate Professor at the Stanisław Moniuszko Academy of Music in Gdańsk , affiliated with the Department II – Instrumental . As a certified violinist and postdoctoral scholar, he specializes in Polish violin music, chamber ensembles, and 20th-century compositions. Graduated with distinction from the Academy of Music in Gdańsk (1998), studying under Prof. Krystyna Jurecka Collaborates with orchestras like the Polish Baltic Philharmonic and Sopot Chamber Philharmonic Co-created concert projects with artists such as Jan Stanienda and Krzysztof Penderecki His research interests span Polish musicology, violin pedagogy, and interdisciplinary artistic education. He has edited publications with "Eufonium" and promoted Polish music through recordings like Violin Works by Roman Maciejewski (2011) and The Work of Gdańsk Composers (2015). His scientific awards include: Medal of the National Education Commission (2009) Individual Award for contributions to artistic education (2012) Honorary Medal 'For Merit to Polish Culture' (2014, 2015) Rector's Award, 3rd degree (2014, 2016) Wojciechowski has taught over 50 graduates, many of whom have won music competitions, and leads the Academic Chamber Orchestra as concertmaster and conductor. His work bridges performance, education, and preservation of Polish musical heritage.

Anna Starzec-Makandasisمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Piano Performance
• Chamber Music
• Musicology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Anna Starzec-Makandasis is an Assistant Professor at the I.J. Paderewski Academy of Music in Poznan, Poland, affiliated with the Institute of String Instruments . She teaches piano accompaniment and holds a qualified doctor degree in music art (2019). Her career spans solo and chamber music performance across Poland, Italy, Norway, Germany, Israel, and the USA. Educated at I.J. Paderewski Academy of Music (MA 2005), Oklahoma City University (MM 2010), Southern Methodist University (Artist Certificate 2012), and Stony Brook University (Doctor of Arts 2012) Her research focuses on piano performance, chamber music interpretation, and Polish music. She has released four critically acclaimed CDs, including works by Scarlatti, Lutosławski, and Gawroński, and contributed to the publication Viola: Spectrum of Artistic Imperative (2018). Her performances include collaborations with violinist Anna Maria Staśkiewicz, violist Mariusz Murawski, and orchestras in Oklahoma and Tel Aviv. Recipient of multiple awards: Third Prize in Rome (2003), First Prize at OMTA (2006), Grand Prize Virtuoso in London (2016) Notable achievements: Lecture-recitals on Domenico Scarlatti’s sonatas (2018), performances at Felicia Blumenthal Festival (Tel Aviv), Polish Chamber Music Conference (2020)

Urszula Krygerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Classical Vocal Performance
• Art Song Interpretation
• Opera
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Urszula Kryger, Ph.D., serves as Dean of the Faculty of Vocal and Acting Studies at the G. and K. Bacewicz Academy of Music in Łódź since the 2012/2013 academic year, following her tenure as Head of the Vocal Studies Department (2008-2012). A distinguished mezzo-soprano, she has maintained an international performance career while advancing vocal pedagogy through master classes and competition juries. Her educational background includes dual degrees from the Academy of Music in Łódź: Instrumental Studies in Piano (1988) and Vocal Studies in Acting (1992), supplemented by advanced vocal training under Andrzej Orłowicz in Copenhagen. This foundation informs her holistic approach to vocal artistry. Kryger's research focuses on Classical Vocal Performance with specialization in Art Song Interpretation and Polish Musicology . Her scholarly work centers on authentic performance practices of Chopin, Szymanowski, and Moniuszko, emphasizing textual nuance and historical context in art song. She investigates chamber music collaborations as interdisciplinary laboratories for vocal expression, with particular attention to the interplay between text, timbre, and emotional authenticity. Her publication trajectory reveals deep engagement with Polish musical heritage , progressing from foundational recordings of Russian repertoire to definitive interpretations of Szymanowski and Żeleński. The consistent Fryderyk Award recognition demonstrates scholarly impact in preserving and reinterpreting national musical identity through rigorous vocal scholarship. 2001 Fryderyk Award for 'Russian Duets' (DUX) 2002 Fryderyk Award for 'Moniuszko's Songs' and 'Karłowicz/Szymanowski's Songs' 2004 Fryderyk Award for 'K. Szymanowski's Songs' (Channel Classics) 2006 Karol Szymanowski Foundation Award 2012 Fryderyk Award for 'Żeleński - Pieśni' As an educator, Kryger mentors through master classes across Europe and serves on international competition juries. Her academic leadership includes departmental administration and shaping curriculum for vocal performance programs. Collaborative projects with ensembles like the Tokyo String Quartet and Petersen Quartet demonstrate her commitment to interdisciplinary artistic research. Kryger maintains active performance partnerships with distinguished musicians including Hartmut Höll, Charles Spencer, and Pascal Rogé, while conducting research through recording projects that serve as both artistic output and pedagogical resources for vocal students.

Danuta Dobrowolska-Maruchaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Music Theory
• Ear Training
• Solfeggio
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Danuta Dobrowolska-Marucha is a Professor of musical arts at the Academy of Music in Bydgoszcz, with a distinguished career spanning over five decades. She specializes in music theory and ear training methodology, having developed innovative pedagogical approaches based on comprehensive analysis of musical works. Her academic journey includes positions at the State Higher School of Music in Warsaw (now Fryderyk Chopin University of Music) and the Academy of Music in Bydgoszcz, where she progressed from assistant to full professor (2005). She has held leadership roles including Head of the Aural Training Group (1982-1995) and Director of the Inter-University Department of Aural Training (1995-2015). Her educational background includes a diploma with distinction in music theory from the State Higher School of Music in Warsaw (1968), postgraduate studies with Nadia Boulanger in Paris (1968-1969), and doctoral studies in music theory. She further enhanced her expertise through International Kodály Method courses in Hungary and Polish-Hungarian seminars. Her research focuses on transformative approaches to ear training, solfeggio pedagogy, and curriculum development for diverse musical specializations. She pioneered the integration of authentic musical recordings into teaching materials, resulting in foundational textbooks like Musical Dictation and Exercises for Ear Training - Selected Works by F. Chopin . Her work bridges music theory, acoustics, and psychology, with applications across primary, secondary, and tertiary education. She has received numerous honors including the Gloria Artis Bronze Medal, Gold Cross of Merit, Medal of the Commission on National Education, and multiple awards from the Minister of Culture and Art. She has supervised five doctoral dissertations and numerous award-winning master's theses, including the first music theory thesis written by a blind student in Poland (1996). As an active academic consultant, she has collaborated with government ministries, developed national curricula, and organized international music courses. Her legacy continues through her extensive publications and the academic contributions of her daughters, both professional musicians.

Andrzej Wicherمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Psychoacoustics
• Audiology
• Tinnitus Research
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Andrzej Wicher serves as Associate Professor and Head of the Department of Acoustics within the Faculty of Physics and Astronomy at Adam Mickiewicz University (UAM) in Poznań, Poland. His academic leadership extends to membership on the Council of Disciplines of Physical Sciences and Astronomy since 2016, and previous service as Deputy Director of the Institute of Acoustics (2016-2019). Internationally, he holds an honorary Adjunct Professor position at La Trobe University in Melbourne, Australia. Wicher's research spans psychoacoustics, audiology, and auditory neuroscience, with particular focus on tinnitus mechanisms, otoacoustic emissions (especially DPOAE), binaural hearing phenomena, and speech intelligibility assessment. His work integrates clinical applications with fundamental auditory system modeling, recently expanding into environmental noise impacts—particularly wind turbine acoustics—on cognitive functions. This research portfolio reflects through 15+ recent publications showing consistent interdisciplinary connections between auditory diagnostics, neurological assessment, and real-world sound environments. His scientific contributions are recognized through multiple Rector's Awards for both organizational and scientific activities at UAM (2015-2024). As an active member of the Polish Academy of Sciences' Committee on Acoustics, European Acoustical Society, and Polish Acoustical Society, he contributes to the global acoustics community while co-organizing major conferences including the Open Seminar in Acoustics and Fechner Day. Wicher's teaching program includes specialized courses in psychoacoustics, hearing diagnostics, and auditory system analysis. His research infrastructure benefits from international collaborations with institutions including University of Cambridge, Tohoku University, University of Manchester, and University of Minnesota, supported through national (NCN) and international (EU FP6, NOR/POLNOR) grants.

Alina Kubikمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Music Composition
• Contemporary Music
• Opera
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Alina Kubik serves as an Assistant Professor at the Department of Composition and Music Theory within the Faculty of Composition and Music Theory at Ignacy Jan Paderewski Academy of Music in Poznań. Her academic career spans over 15 years with active engagement in both artistic and scholarly pursuits across Poland and internationally. Her research interests focus on the intersection of textual and musical elements in contemporary composition, with particular emphasis on opera, vocal music, and improvisation techniques. She explores semantic relationships between poetry and music, rhetorical structures in Baroque compositions, and innovative approaches to chamber music performance. Her scholarly work bridges historical analysis with contemporary compositional practices. Dr. Kubik's artistic output demonstrates significant contributions to contemporary Polish music, with compositions performed at major festivals including Poznań Musical Spring, Wrocław Marianum Festival, and international venues in Israel, Italy, and Austria. Her academic presentations at conferences across Europe reflect her dual expertise in composition and musicology. Honorable mention for Divertimento for string orchestra (Penderecki Competition, 2017) 1st Prize in Sfogato Festival Composers' Competition (2017) Laureate of Zygmunt Mycielski Composers' Competition (2014) Finalist of T. Baird Young Composers' Competition (2012) Multiple awards for children's musical projects from Centre for Children's Art in Poznań She has supervised student improvisation ensembles and mentored young composers through the Young Composers Circle of the Polish Composers' Union. Her international collaborations include masterclasses at Conservatori Superior de Música de les Illes Balears (Spain) and Conservatorio Superior de Música de Canarias, along with academic partnerships with institutions in Bari, Italy. Dr. Kubik maintains active involvement in both academic and artistic communities through conference presentations, festival participation, and educational initiatives including lectures for University of the Third Age at Poznań University of Economics.

Adam Palmaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Jazz Studies
• Classical Guitar
• Music Composition
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Adam Palma is a Professor of Musical Arts at the University of Salford (UK) and Professor of Jazz Guitar at the Stanisław Moniuszko Academy of Music in Gdańsk, Poland. He is renowned for innovative arrangements of classical works for acoustic guitar, notably his 2019 album 'Adam Palma Meets Chopin'—the first full Chopin collection adapted for solo guitar—which earned him global acclaim and a spot on Chicago Tribune 's top jazz albums of 2020. His 2022 album Second Life pioneers the fusion of acoustic guitar with string orchestra. He holds a Bronze Medal 'Gloria Artis' (2020) and the Belvedere Professor title (2022). His performances include historic venues like London’s Royal Albert Hall (2018) and collaborations with artists such as Al Di Meola, Leszek Możdżer, and Krzesimir Dębski. After surviving a 44-day coma due to COVID-19 in 2020, he resumed a vigorous performance schedule, blending jazz, classical, and experimental genres. Teaching focuses on jazz guitar pedagogy, chamber music, and cross-genre musical exploration at the Academy of Music in Gdańsk.

Marcin Tarnawskiمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Early Music
• Baroque Music
• Improvised Ornamentation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Marcin Tarnawski serves as a Lecturer in the Department of Harpsichord, Organ, and Early Music at the Academy of Music in Warsaw, where he also holds leadership roles as Chairman of the Recruitment Committee and Head of the Recruitment Office since 2021. His academic background includes violin studies under Prof. Dr. Hab. Marcin Baranowski, baroque violin (with distinction) under Irmgard Schaller, and symphony/orchestra conducting under Prof. Dr. Hab. Elżbieta Wiesztordt at the F. Nowowiejski Academy of Music in Bydgoszcz. Tarnawski's research centers on improvised ornamentation and chamber music within historical performance practice, with active engagement in baroque repertoire interpretation and early music pedagogy. His artistic work bridges scholarly research and performance through collaborations with period-instrument ensembles. He has coordinated the university's Art of Excellence project (2019-2022), establishing the OpenMusicReview.art platform, and founded the Academy of Early Music Association (2014-2018) which organized the Bydgoszcz Baroque Scene festival. Notable conducting achievements include Handel's La Resurrezione (2019) and Porpora's Filandro (2020). As a consultant at the Center for Artistic Education, he specializes in historical string instruments and early music ensemble training. Current affiliations include Arte dei Suonatori ensemble Intemperata ensemble Academy of Early Music Foundation Orchestra (Szczecin) Capella Bydgostiensis chamber orchestra of the Pomeranian Philharmonic.

Hubert Gabriel Żmudzkiمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Music Composition
• Spectral Music
• Microtonal Music
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Hubert Gabriel Żmudzki is a Polish composer and pianist affiliated with the Stanisław Moniuszko Academy of Music in Gdańsk (Doctoral School participant since 2023) and the Karol Szymanowski Academy of Music in Katowice , where he teaches harmony, counterpoint, and contemporary score reading. His academic journey includes diplomas in Composition (2021) and Music Theory (2023) with distinction. Born: 15 June 1997 in Więcbork Doctoral Studies: Supervised by Prof. Krzysztof Olczak Research Interests focus on microtonal/spectral music , interdisciplinary connections between astronomy, surrealism, and philosophy , and extended instrumental techniques . His compositions explore: Surreal painting-inspired textures Astronomical phenomena as creative stimuli Spectral harmony with dense polyphony Scientific Awards include: 1st Prize, Tadeusz Baird Competition (2022) 3rd Prize, Henryk Mikołaj Górecki Competition (2020) Winner, NeoVoyager Mentoring Program (2023-2024)

Marcin Murawskiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Music Performance
• Viola
• Chamber Music
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Marcin Murawski is a full professor at the I.J. Paderewski Academy of Music in Poznan, Poland, where he serves as professor of viola and the Rector's Plenipotentiary for International Cooperation. He is employed at the Faculty of Instrumental Studies, Jazz and Popular Music, specifically within the Institute of String Instruments. Murawski has established an international reputation as a violist, educator, and recording artist with over 30 CD and DVD albums to his name. Murawski's research interests center around music performance, particularly viola repertoire, chamber music, and artistic interpretation. His work spans diverse musical periods from Baroque to contemporary compositions, with special focus on Polish music, international collaborations, and the viola d'amore. He has performed extensively worldwide, including prestigious venues like Carnegie Hall, and has been featured at major international viola congresses in New Zealand, Norway, and the Netherlands. Murawski's artistic output shows a remarkable breadth across musical eras and styles, with recent recordings focusing on contemporary compositions, Romantic era works, and Baroque masterpieces. His collaborations with composers like Michael Kimber and his dedication to recording lesser-known repertoire demonstrate his commitment to expanding the viola literature. His work with the viola d'amore represents significant scholarly and performance research in historical instruments. Bronze Medal for Long Service from the President of Poland (2013) Special prize from the principal of the I.J. Paderewski Academy of Music Grand Prix I Festival of Television Polish Radio (Sopot 2002) Award at XIII International Chamber Competition named after G. and K. Bacewicz (Lodz 1998) Murawski has mentored numerous students who have become laureates of international competitions. His international activities include serving as Secretary General of the International Viola Society since 2020 and as a member of the Australian and New Zealand Viola Society. He has conducted masterclasses at prestigious institutions worldwide, including in Iceland, Ireland, Latvia, Norway, Estonia, Ukraine, Georgia, Russia, Austria, Romania, China, the United States, and New Zealand. His artistic work is centered around his performance career as a soloist and chamber musician, with extensive international touring. He has collaborated with major orchestras including the Amadeus Chamber Orchestra of Polish Radio, Koszalin Philharmonic Orchestra, and Sinfonietta Polonia.

• Chamber Music
• Piano Accompaniment
• Classical Music Performance
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Małgorzata Sienkiewicz-Kosecka is a faculty member at the Stanisław Moniuszko Academy of Music in Gdańsk , affiliated with Faculty II – Instrumental and the Inter-faculty Accompaniment Department . She holds the rank of Lecturer . Her career began with piano studies under Prof. Hanna Sulikowska, followed by advanced training with Prof. Katarzyna Popowa-Zydroń and Prof. Waldemar Wojtal at the Gdańsk Academy, where she earned distinctions and performed J. Brahms's Piano Concerto in D minor with the academic Symphony Orchestra. Her professional focus centers on chamber music and piano accompaniment . She currently serves as an accompanist at her alma mater, collaborating with the Department of String Instruments and Department of Wind Instruments and Percussion . Additionally, she has held roles as a senior piano teacher and accompanist in music schools across Gdańsk, Gdańsk-Wrzeszcz, and Elbląg. Her expertise spans both performance and pedagogy, with a specialization in collaborative music-making. Her early career included recognition as a laureate of national and regional piano competitions, reflecting her technical and artistic proficiency. While no scientific awards or publications are explicitly noted, her contributions to music education and ensemble performance are central to her professional identity.

Łukasz Godylaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Music Composition
• Contemporary Classical Music
• Choral Music
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Łukasz Godyla serves as Assistant Professor at the Feliks Nowowiejski Academy of Music in Bydgoszcz, where he also graduated with distinction in music theory and composition under Prof. Zbigniew Bargielski. Concurrently, he pursues doctoral studies at the Fryderyk Chopin University of Music in Warsaw since 2011, maintaining an active dual role in academia and creative practice. His research centers on contemporary composition across diverse musical forms, with particular emphasis on orchestral, choral, and electronic genres. Godyla's work frequently integrates Polish literary themes and cultural elements, as evidenced by compositions inspired by Tadeusz Różewicz's poetry. His creative output demonstrates technical mastery and innovative approaches to modern musical structures, establishing him as a significant voice in Poland's contemporary music scene. Analysis of his 15 most recent compositions (2007-2012) reveals consistent exploration of religious texts (e.g., Lacrimosa, Rex tremendae maiestatis), literary adaptations, and abstract conceptual frameworks. The works span solo instrumental studies to large-scale orchestral/choral productions, showcasing exceptional versatility in instrumentation and form while maintaining distinctly Polish artistic identity. Godyla's exceptional contributions have been recognized through prestigious awards: First Prize at National Composition Competition (2006) First Prize at T. Baird Young Composers' Competition (2007) Honorable mention at F. Baird Composition Competition (2007) Distinction at Legnica Cantat Competition (2008) First Prize at Z. Mycielski Competition (2010) John Paul II Scholarship (2007) Artistic Scholarship of the Mayor of Bydgoszcz (2008) Scholarship of the Minister of National Heritage (2010) As an educator, Godyla mentors emerging composers while receiving substantial institutional support through national and regional scholarships. His works have been performed at major festivals including 'Warsaw Autumn' and recorded on albums such as 'Musica Nova Pomorza i Kujaw,' reflecting sustained creative momentum and professional recognition within Poland's musical establishment.

Agnieszka Brojekمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Cello Performance
• Orchestral Studies
• Music Translation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Agnieszka Brojek is an Assistant Professor at the Ignacy Jan Paderewski Academy of Music in Poznan, employed in the Department of String Instruments. She teaches Italian language (Faculty I) and orchestral studies, cello literature, and didactics (Faculty II). A PhD holder in Art (2016), she is an accomplished cellist and translator with international performance experience. Her educational background includes: Doctor of Art, Ignacy Jan Paderewski Academy of Music in Poznan, 2016 Italian Philology degree, Adam Mickiewicz University Dr. Brojek's research spans cello performance, orchestral studies, and music translation. She specializes in contemporary cello repertoire (notably Giovanni Sollima's works) and religious text translation. Her linguistic expertise (six languages, three fluent) supports collaborations with opera productions and international music festivals. She actively designs music-literary projects for youth through the Raczyński Library. Her publications reveal dual scholarly trajectories: analytical cello research (2017) and religious translations (2018). The cello work examines technical innovation within modern string performance, while translations advance Carmelite spirituality studies through biographical works on saints. Her notable accolades include: Medal commemorating 10 years of orchestra 'La Grecia' (Orchestra of the Province of Catanzaro, Italy), 2012 Bronze Medal of the President of the Republic of Poland for long-term service, 2014 No doctoral students or research grants are publicly documented. Her professional engagements focus on artistic performance and translation rather than academic advising or funded research projects. She maintains active collaborations with major ensembles including Orchestra della Provincia di Catanzaro and Orchestra Internazionale d'Italia. Her leadership in international projects like Progetto Muse (Forlì, Italy) as cello coach and concertmaster demonstrates her orchestral expertise. Festival partnerships span Tiroler Festspiele Erl (Austria) and Festival della Valle d’Itria (Italy).

Artur Kroschelمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Composition
• Contemporary Music
• Music Theory
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Artur Kroschel is a University Professor and Head of the Department of Composition at the Academy of Music named after I.J. Paderewski in Poznań, where he has been employed since at least 2016. His academic career includes a doctorate from the Academy of Music in Wrocław (2008) and a higher doctorate (habilitatus) from the Academy of Music in Krakow (2015). Professor Kroschel specializes in contemporary composition with a focus on innovative techniques across various ensembles. His research interests encompass modern compositional methods, 20th/21st century music theory, and Polish contemporary music traditions. His creative output demonstrates particular expertise in chamber music, orchestral works, vocal compositions, and experimental forms that push the boundaries of traditional composition. Kroschel's extensive compositional output shows consistent evolution toward more complex ensemble configurations while maintaining distinctive Polish contemporary music characteristics. His works from 2016-2018 demonstrate increasing sophistication in handling diverse instrumental combinations, from unconventional duos like viola-double bass to complex orchestral textures. A notable trend is his exploration of timbral possibilities across different instrument families, particularly in woodwind and string writing. First prize at the IX Silesian Days of Contemporary Music Festival in Katowice (2000) Distinction at the Adam Didur Composition Competition in Sanok (2000) Rector's Award of the Academy of Music in Poznań (2009, 2012, 2018) Zasłużony dla Kultury Polskiej honor badge (2010) Bronze Medal for Long-Term Service from the President of Poland (2018) Professor Kroschel serves as Artistic Director of the International Festival of Contemporary Music 'Poznań Spring Music Festival' since 2011 and is Vice-President of the Poznań Branch of the Polish Composers' Union. He is the co-founder of Sepia Ensemble, which specializes in contemporary music performance. His teaching portfolio includes composition, composition basics, 20th/21st century composition techniques, and contemporary music literature. He has served as a juror for composition competitions in Poland and Germany, contributing significantly to the development of emerging composers.