ANDRZEJ KOZŁOWSKI

Classical Pianist

Andrzej Kozłowski was born in Gdynia, Poland, a country with a deep and rich musical tradition, particularly in the works of composers such as Fryderyk Chopin, Karol Szymanowski, and Ignacy Jan Paderewski. In 1992, he and his family emigrated to the United States, where he would later cultivate his passion for music and the piano.

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Kozłowski’s first encounter with the instrument came at the age of 11, when, inspired by the legacy of the Chopin Nocturnes, he boldly declared to his father that he would become “the next Paderewski.” His innate musical abilities soon became evident when his father observed his remarkable facility with the piano, his ability to learn music rapidly, and his intuitive grasp of the instrument’s polyphonic nature. This early realization set him on a dedicated path to mastering the piano.

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However, despite his talent and deep connection to music, Kozłowski made the life-altering decision to walk away from it completely. For seven years, he did not touch the piano at all, distancing himself from the world of music. What had once been a source of inspiration and self-expression became something he left behind. It wasn’t until 11 years had passed that he returned to music professionally, rekindling the passion that had once defined his artistic identity.

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Since his return, Andrzej Kozłowski has devoted himself to the music of Fryderyk Chopin, embracing the emotional depth, technical brilliance, and poetic expressiveness of the composer’s works. His interpretations are often described as deeply sentimental and infused with a spontaneous energy that reflects his own life experiences. His years away from the piano have shaped his approach, adding layers of introspection and storytelling to his performances. He approaches Chopin’s music not merely as a performer but as a narrator of his own journey, bringing a unique, cinematic, and programmatic quality to his playing.

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With a reputation for artistry that merges virtuosity with deep emotional insight, Kozłowski continues to perform and share his passion for Polish classical music, offering audiences a compelling and deeply personal connection to one of the greatest composers in history. His return to the piano is not just a revival of his career but a testament to the enduring power of music to call one back, no matter how far one has strayed.