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Immerse yourself in a world of creativity as the Elizabeth Foundation for the Arts (EFA) celebrates 25 years of Open Studios on October 18-19. Explore 74 vibrant artist studios at the EFA building in Hell's Kitchen, with free admission to exhibitions, programming, and special events.

On Saturday, enjoy a live performance by renowned Polish double bassist Kuba Dworak, who brings the folk melodies of his grandfather's era to life through a modern jazz lens.

Double Bass Performance by Kuba Dworak

Saturday, October 19, 5-6 PM

Join us for a solo concert with Kuba Dworak, the internationally acclaimed classically trained jazz double bassist from Poland. Kuba’s performance will anticipate his upcoming solo album that pays homage to his roots in Southeastern Poland through innovative solo double bass arrangements. Drawing inspiration from the traditional folk music of Małopolska and Podkarpacie, regions deeply connected to his family's heritage, Kuba blends folk melodies of his grandfather’s time with contemporary jazz interpretations. This autoethnographic work keeps memories alive, and elevates the rich and hyper-local cultural traditions to an international stage.

"Perpetus", meaning "eternal," is a new project by Gniewomir Tomczyk, an outstanding drummer of the younger generation, created in collaboration with renowned Polish jazz artists. "Perpetus" is a five-part suite inspired in part by five paintings by Polish painter Józef Tomczyk.

The second concert featured a performance by experienced musicians: Schmidt | Salamon Experience ft. Grzech Piotrowski. The musicians showcased their artistry, extracting poetic sounds from their instruments. The audience went wild. It was powerful.

After several years apart, this trio will reunite at the Jazz in the City festival in Frýdek-Místek, coming from New York, Basel, and Krakow, and will perform a concert that you won’t hear anywhere else.

On July 11, 2024, the Amphitheater in Tarnów hosted a heartfelt tribute concert celebrating the life and legacy of the renowned local drummer Damian Niewiński. The evening was a touching musical journey, featuring performances by various artists and bands who were close to Damian's heart, including Nat Osborn Band, THE FLASH!, Megitza, and many others.

On July 11th, 2024, from 19:00 to 22:00, we invite you to a heartfelt tribute concert honoring the remarkable life and music of Damian Niewiński. The event will take place at the Amfiteatr Letni in Tarnów. Damian, a talented drummer from Tarnów, touched many lives with his vibrant energy and passion. This charity concert features performances by Nat Osborn Band, BIOS, Megitza, and many other artists dear to Damian's heart.

In this year's 21st edition of the Ministry of Culture and National Heritage scholarship program "Młoda Polska," with a budget of approximately 5.7 million PLN, 107 scholars (out of nearly 900 applicants) are participating. They represent six fields of artistic activity: music, visual arts (including photography), literature, film, dance, and theater.

Join us for a solo concert with Kuba Dworak

Join us for an enchanting evening with Yumi Ito, a Switzerland-based singer, pianist, and composer of Polish-Japanese heritage, at NOSPR. Renowned for her warm, captivating voice and exceptional musical sensitivity, Ito effortlessly bridges art-pop and high-tempo improvisations. Witness her extraordinary talent and natural stage presence in a performance that promises to leave you spellbound. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience Yumi Ito’s remarkable artistry!

Kuba Dworak appears on Yumi Ito's latest album, which features eight original compositions. This review highlights his role as the bassist in this international ensemble. The album combines elements of contemporary Chamber Music and Jazz, with Dworak’s bass work contributing to the overall sound. For those interested in exploring the album, the review provides insights into its structure and instrumentation.

Being listed alongside such renowned artists is a significant honor and highlights the vibrant and evolving nature of the jazz community. Kuba Dworak extends their heartfelt thanks to all the readers and supporters who made this recognition possible. It is truly a privilege to be acknowledged within this extraordinary circle of jazz talent.

On his new album entitled Reflection the Polish violinist Bartosz Dworak together with his quartet presents their own new works, in which all members of the band show unique improvisation skills and bring new inspirational musical elements of modern jazz.

Kuba Dworak is performing with the Yumi Ito Quartet on October 2, 2018, at Jazzraum in Zürich. The concert will take place at 20:00 at Mehrspur, Musikklub Toni-Areal. Dworak, a prominent Polish bassist, will collaborate with Swiss-Japanese vocalist Yumi Ito, guitarist Szymon Mika, and drummer Marton Juhasz. The quartet's performance promises a blend of serene and dynamic jazz, showcasing Ito's expressive compositions and arrangements. Don't miss this opportunity to experience an engaging evening of jazz!

The highly anticipated album "Reflection" by Bartosz Dworak is now available at Empik. This collection of seven compositions captures moments of beauty and introspection, providing an escape from the harsh realities of our world. Featuring an acoustic, organic sound with subtle electronic influences, the album showcases the talents of Bartosz Dworak on violin, Piotr Matusik on piano, Jakub Dworak on bass, and Szymon Madej on drums. Don’t miss out on experiencing this reflective and enchanting music—grab your copy today at Empik!

The Fryderyk Awards 2017 in the categories of pop and jazz music will be presented on April 26 at the Polish Theatre in Warsaw. The awards for classical music categories will take place on April 24 at the Witold Lutosławski Concert Studio of Polish Radio.

I am excited to share that the Kajetan Borowski Trio, which I am a part of, has been nominated for the prestigious Fryderyk Award in the category of Debut Album! This recognition is a significant milestone for us, and I am truly grateful for all the support. Stay tuned for more updates as we celebrate this achievement together!

Don't miss the chance to see Kuba Dworak perform with the Baszyński Free Electric Band on Thursday, June 9 at 7 PM at Plac Biegańskiego. If the weather doesn’t cooperate, the concert will move indoors to OPK "Gaude Mater."

Tonight, May 6th, Jakub Dworak joins Paweł Kaczmarczyk Audiofeeling Trio at 12/14 Jazz Club in Warsaw. The trio will perform their latest album, "Something Personal," highlighting their exceptional improvisational skills.

Bartosz Dworak's album Polished features Kuba Dworak on bass. Released in 2015, this album offers a refined blend of jazz with compositions by Bartosz Dworak and Piotr Matusik.
Read the review to see Kuba Dworak's contribution to this exciting release!

On November 13, jazz vocalist Ida Zalewska will perform at Sosnowiec Art Center with her ensemble, featuring Kuba Dworak on bass. Known for her past work with the blues trio Terraplane, Zalewska brings her vibrant energy to the stage alongside Dworak and a talented group including Kuba Płużek on piano, Damian Niewiński on drums, and Szymon Mika on guitar. Don’t miss this exciting performance!

Dive into the latest album by Bartosz Dworak Quartet, where Kuba Dworak joins the lineup on bass. "Polished" showcases Bartosz Dworak's acoustic violin brilliance and blends traditional Polish folk with modern jazz. This album features original compositions and fresh takes on classic jazz standards. Don’t miss out—grab your copy today and experience the rich fusion of tradition and innovation!

We’re excited to announce that the Bartosz Dworak Quartet, featuring Kuba Dworak on double bass, has clinched the coveted "Key to Career" award at the 40th edition of the event on November 22 at Jazz Club Pod Filarami in Gorzów.

We are thrilled to announce that the Bartosz Dworak Quartet, featuring Kuba Dworak on double bass, has won the prestigious "Key to Career" award at the 40th edition of the event held on November 22 at Jazz Club Pod Filarami in Gorzów.

We are thrilled to announce that Jakub Dworak, a distinguished double bassist, has been honored with a special award at the Jazz Individuality Competition 2014. This recognition, sponsored by the ZAiKS Authors' Association, includes an invitation for a trip to Los Angeles from Darek Oleszkiewicz.

Kuba Dworak, an exceptional double bassist, has been distinguished with a special award at the Jazz Individuality Competition 2014. This prestigious accolade, presented by the ZAiKS Authors' Association, includes an exciting opportunity for Jakub to travel to Los Angeles, where he will be hosted by Darek Oleszkiewicz, the esteemed chair of the jury.

On May 20 at 9:30 PM, Janek Pawlak Squad will light up the stage at Jazz Club Hipnoza during the 7th Silesian Jazz Festival in Katowice. The talented ensemble features Janek Pawlak on vibraphone, Bartek Dworak on violin, Andrzej Gondek on guitar, Kuba Dworak on double bass, and Szymon Madej on drums.