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Paderewski biography in English unveiled in Warsaw

22.09.2025 16:20
Last week, the English version of a biography of the renowned Polish pianist and statesman Ignacy Paderewski was launched in Warsaw.
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Ignacy Paderewski, the renowned Polish pianist and statesman, is the subject of a new English-language biography released last week.
Ignacy Paderewski, the renowned Polish pianist and statesman, is the subject of a new English-language biography released last week.Photo: Radio Poland

The book brings the towering figure to life through a series of vivid vignettes, exploring his achievements in music and politics, as well as his charm and popularity with concert audiences worldwide.

To learn more, Michał Owczarek spoke with the author, Magdalena Majewska, at the launch ceremony, which included a piano recital of pieces composed or favoured by Paderewski, held at the Steinway Piano Gallery in Warsaw.

Magdalena Majewska (C) at the launch ceremony. Photo: Radio Poland Magdalena Majewska (C) at the launch ceremony. Photo: Radio Poland

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