Paderewski, Ignacy Jan 1860 - 1941
Author: Kikuchi, Tomoko
Last updated：January 1, 2010
Author: Kikuchi, Tomoko
Polish composer, musician, and politician. He entered the Warsaw Music Institute (Conservatory) at the age of 12, and subsequently went to Vienna, where he was able to study under the renowned piano professor,Leschetizky. From his mid-twenties, he gained international recognition as a pianist. During this period, he cultivated friendships with prominent musicians of the time, building experience and a network of connections, which led to the establishment of the Paderewski Foundation in the United States in 1896.
With the outbreak of World War I, he gradually became involved in political activities. Following efforts such as establishing a relief fund for the Polish people and participating in the independence movement, he was appointed Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Poland in 1919. Even after returning to his musical career, he actively participated in social movements, including supporting young composers. When Poland was invaded, he returned to the United States. While dedicating himself to supporting his homeland there, he passed away in New York in 1941. He was awarded numerous decorations in his honor.
Works(17)
Concerto (2)
Piano Solo (5)
pieces (8)
variation (2)
Variations et Fugue sur un thème original Op.11
Key: a-moll Composed in: 1883 Playing time: 14 min 30 sec
Variations et Fugue sur un thème original Op.23
Key: es-moll Composed in: 1903 Playing time: 29 min 20 sec