Calendar of Cultural Events

Please verify dates and times with The Kosciuszko Foundation Director of Cultural Affairs
Tom Pniewski -- (212) 734-2130 ext. 214

Paderewski Trio in Concert
Sunday, February 5 at 3 PM.Tickets $20.
The program includes works of Robert Volkmann, a friend and contemporary of Schumann, and contemporary American composer Paul Schoenfield. Featured is the tango-based “Four Seasons” of Astor Piazzola. Tickets are $20 and include a reception and discussion with the artists after the concert. You can reserve your place by calling (212) 734-2130.

The Paderewski Trio is made up of Krzysztof Kuznik, violinist; Rafal Jezierski, cellist; and Juny Jung, pianist. Winners of the 32nd Artists International Annual Debut Prize in 2003, this is their third annual appearance in the KF Chamber Music Series.

Born in Poznan, Poland, Rafal Jezierski (cello), first studied with his father, a professional cellist and singer. After graduating from the Manhattan School of Music, he is currently a completing his Master's Degree at The Juilliard School, where he is studying with Bonnie Hampton.

Krzysztof Kuznik (violin), graduated from both the Chopin Academy of Music in Warsaw and the Manhattan School of Music. A founding member of the Elsner String Quartet, he is currently on the faculty of the Manhattan School of Music and frequently performs with the New York Philharmonic Orchestra.

Korean born pianist Juny Jung is the music director and founder of the Simons' Pond Music Festival in Pennsylvania. He graduated from both the Manhattan School of Music and the Mannes College of Music.

Program:

Robert Volkmann:
Piano Trio in B flat minor, Op. 5

Astor Piazzolla:
Primavera, Verano, Otono, Invierno (Arr. Jose Bragato)

Paul Schoenfield:
"Cafe Music"

All events take place at the Foundation House, unless otherwise noted. Programs subject to change. Click here for directions.

Kosciuszko Foundation programs are supported by the Mary F. Koons Charitable Trust, the New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA), the Tadeusz Solowij Literary Fund, and the KF Cultural Fund.

Paderewski Trio