Adam Harasiewicz facts for kids
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Adam Harasiewicz
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Harasiewicz in the Netherlands in 1963
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| Born | 1 July 1932 Chodziez, Poland |
| Genres | Classical |
| Occupation(s) | Pianist |
Adam Harasiewicz is a famous Polish classical concert pianist. He was born on July 1, 1932. He is known for his amazing performances of music by the famous composer Chopin.
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Early Life and Musical Start
Adam Harasiewicz was born in a town called Chodziez in Poland. When he was young, he first tried learning the violin for two months. But then, at the age of 10, he started playing the piano. He quickly became very good!
First Big Win
By the time he was 15, Adam won first prize in a music contest held in Rzeszów. This was a big achievement for a young musician.
Studying Music
When he was 18, Adam went to a special music school in Kraków, Poland. It's now called the Academy of Music in Kraków. There, he studied piano with a very important teacher named Zbigniew Drzewiecki. Adam studied with him for six years, learning a lot about playing the piano.
A Master of Chopin's Music
Adam Harasiewicz became especially famous for playing the music of Frédéric Chopin. Chopin was another very famous Polish composer. Adam's playing showed great skill and imagination. He played with a special feeling that made him a true expert in Polish Romantic music.
Winning the Chopin Competition
In 1955, Adam Harasiewicz won the first prize at the V International Chopin Piano Competition. This is a very important competition for pianists who play Chopin's music. Winning it helped him become known around the world.
Life After the Competition
After winning the competition, Adam lived in Belgium for some years. Later, he moved to Austria, where he settled down.
Judging Future Stars
Adam Harasiewicz has also helped choose new piano stars. He was a judge at the International Chopin Piano Competition several times. He was a judge in 1995, 2010, 2015, and 2021. This shows how respected he is in the world of classical music.
His Recordings
Adam Harasiewicz has recorded many albums. He has recorded all of the music written by Frédéric Chopin. He has also recorded many pieces by another Polish composer, Karol Szymanowski. These recordings let people all over the world enjoy his beautiful piano playing.
External links
- Adam Harasiewicz Biography and Recordings
See also
In Spanish: Adam Harasiewicz para niños
