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SUMMARY:Rescuing Chopin in London - A Story That Found Its Way Home
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DESCRIPTION:The event was inspired by the remarkable story of the lost monument to
Frédéric Chopin, given to Great Britain by Poland in 1975. After years of
being considered lost, it was found under Waterloo Bridge and, thanks to
the long-running efforts of Dr Marek Stella-Sawicki, returned to its place
at the Southbank Centre.
The evening will be not only a concert but also an artistic story of
memory, Polish–British friendship, determination, and humanity.
Audiences will hear a recital by the outstanding pianist Artur Haftman, a
specially prepared theatrical narration, and a performance by singer Maja
Walentynowicz, a finalist of The Voice of Poland.
Particular prestige will be lent to the event by the presence of invited
guests. Ambassador of the Republic of Poland in London, Rafał Wiśniewski,
has confirmed his participation, and a representative of the British Royal
Family has also expressed preliminary interest in attending. Their
attendance remains subject to formal confirmation.
The event's organiser is Business Social Club by Kamreno, and the
Institutional Partner is the Polish Cultural Institute in London.
Following the artistic programme, there will be an elegant networking
reception for invited guests.
Why is this story worth telling?
This is not just a musical event.
It is a story about:
Event Programme
18:45Opening and welcome of guests
19:30Rescuing Chopin in London
21:00Networking with artists and guests
Confirmed Artists
Artur HaftmanAn outstanding concert pianist specialising in the works of
Frédéric Chopin.
Maja WalentynowiczFinalist of The Voice of Poland.
Dr Marek Stella-SawickiAuthor of the script and the person whose years-long
efforts led to the rediscovery of the lost Chopin monument in London.
Institutional Partner
Polish Cultural Institute in London
Confirmed Guests of Honour
As of the date of publication, confirmed attendance:
H.E. Rafał WiśniewskiChargé d'affaires a.i.Embassy of the Republic of
Poland in London
Further Guests of Honour will be announced in due course.
Organisational Information
Date28 October 2026
VenueNational Liberal ClubWhitehall PlaceLondon
TicketsLINK: https://luma.com/tld94zeo
More information
WP Westminster article:LINK:
https://westminsterpimliconews.co.uk/londons-lost-chopin-monument-returns-for-one-night-only/
Event page:LINK: https://luma.com/tld94zeo
Business Social Club website:LINK: https://www.businesssocialclub.uk/
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