Top British historian discusses his inspirations, recommendations and exciting new project in an interview for the Polish Cultural Institute.
Roger Moorhouse, historian and author specialising in modern German history, has been for years showcasing a factual approach to the role of Poland in World War II. His latest book ‘First to Fight’ discusses in depth the start of war and Polish defensive campaign of September 1939.
He is the co-author, with Norman Davies, of Microcosm: Portrait of a Central European City, and the author of Killing Hitler, Berlin at War, The Third Reich in 100 Objects and The Devils’ Alliance.
Roger Moorhouse took some time in his busy schedule to give us recommendations, discuss his inspirations, favourite historical figures and most importantly give a glimpse into his newest project.
Violin Concertos by Duranowski, Janiewicz & Mozart:
The NIFC label presents an new recording of violin concertos by 18th century Polish-born composers August Frederik Duranowski and Felix Janiewicz with early symphonies by WA Mozart, featured on the recording is the acclaimed oh Orchestra, with violinist, and concertmaster of the St Gallen Symphony Orchestra, Chouchane Silanossian.
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06.2024
31
12.2024
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AGA ZARYAN QUARTET with Alicja Śmietana String
On the 80th anniversary of the outbreak of the Warsaw Uprising, we invite you to a concert with the repertoire from the moving jazz album "Beauty is Dying" (“Umiera Piękno”) performed by the outstanding vocalist Aga Zaryan and her band, with the participation of Alicja Smietana's string quartet!
03
08.2024
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Polish Journey – Hits and Transcriptions for
The duo Krupiński and Nowak takes listeners on a journey spanning over 120 years. The two virtuosos present a stylistically diverse repertoire, including frequently played works by Fryderyk Chopin, as well as transcriptions of pieces by Andrzej Panufnik and Krzysztof Penderecki.
19
06.2024
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