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Krakow: Chopin Piano Recital at Chopin Concert Hall

1. Krakow: Chopin Piano Recital at Chopin Concert Hall

Indulge your ears with the sounds of Chopin’s piano music, and experience one of the most important elements of culture. Appreciate the genius of Poland’s best-known composer in the unique atmosphere of Krakow's Market Square. Attend a special concert dedicated to Frederic Chopin, an icon of Polish and European music and a piano virtuoso in his own right, and listen to his most famous piano pieces performed by talented young pianists. Concerts are held in the Chopin Concert Hall, decorated with Gothic architectural elements. Listen to nocturnes, mazurkas, and polonaises, in which Chopin expressed his feeling of longing for his homeland. The combination of atmospheric interior and excellent music will provide an unforgettable experience, and not just for music aficionados.

Krakow: Chopin Piano Concerts in Chopin Gallery

2. Krakow: Chopin Piano Concerts in Chopin Gallery

Experience an extraordinary and very popular concert organized by music experts, doctors of musical art. Listen to the significant works of Fryderyk Chopin, the genius of piano composition. Listen to exceptional renditions of the brilliant and superb pianist from winners of the most recognized piano competitions.  Acquire unforgettable and unique memories from these inspiring performances. These musicians were chosen by prominent artists, which guarantees an excellent experience during the concert.  Travel into Chopin’s magical music world and the poetic vibes of a bygone era. Discover Chopin’s individual style which is included in dance Mazurkas, heroic and virtuoso Polonaises, expressive Ballades, buoyant Scherzas, and virtuoso Etudes.

Krakow: Jewish-Style Klezmer Music Concert

3. Krakow: Jewish-Style Klezmer Music Concert

Enjoy a traditional Jewish folk concert featuring music influenced by Romanian, Greek, Ukrainian, Polish, and Turkish origins. The repertoire consists of instrumental pieces connected with the folklore of Reform Judaism, and of songs performed in Yiddish, belonging to the tradition of Orthodox Judaism. The concert itself will be performed in an old historical tenement house called 'Dębinskim' or 'Under Barrel'. The house was built in the 15th century as a one story building and was restructured thoroughly in the middle of the 16th century. All individually graduates of the conservatory, the band itself has been performing together for over 20 years. The performance is a true step back in time, with one or two songs you will surely recognize.

Krakow: Christmas Music Concert With Wine

4. Krakow: Christmas Music Concert With Wine

What could be better than to have a special cozy evening listening as the Christmas music is virtuously played by the famous Royal Chamber Orchestra, while you enjoy a glass of wine. The Royal Chamber Orchestra was founded by Sławomir Prokopik in 2007. It consists of Kraków’s most illustrious musicians, internationally renowned graduates of the Academy of Music. Their music showcases their impeccable taste, boundless imagination and remarkable technique. The concert takes place in an old historical tenement house called “Dębinskim” or “Under Barrel”. The house was built in the 15th Century as an one-storeyed building and it was restructured thoroughly in the middle of the 16th Century. After that the house became the property of a Royal Hunter named Kaspar Dębinski who worked for the Royal Family in the Wawel Castle. At present you can see the extraordinary 19th-century staircase with its original richly ornameted railing made of iron leading to the concert hall.

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Overall rating

4.4 / 5

based on 267 reviews

Probably the most awe inspiring recital I have yet to experience. Set in a small upper floor theatre/ room with around 40 chairs , all in good accordance to the stage , the pianist set about transfixing the audience with his interpretation of Chopin’s magic. A must . Must must.

Virtuoso performance, very much low key and personal. Excellent value for money.

The host was warm and welcoming, we very much enjoyed the concert

Good atmosphere, the pianist is very talented. Is worth to watch

I really enjoyed the recital. Definitely would recommend.