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The Stanisław Moniuszko Academy of Music in Gdansk

Student concerts of dr Krzysztof Tymendorf viola class

• 05.08.2020, 09.15 h, 46. International Music Courses in Łańcut, Poland
• 18.01.2020, 15.30 h, Academy of Music in Gdansk, admission free
• 15.01.2020, 15.30 h, Academy of Music in Gdansk, admission free
• 28.11.2019, 17.00 h, Music School in Gdynia, Viva Viola Festivity, admission free
• 02.12.2018, 19.30 h, Academy of Music in Gdansk, admission free
• 02.06.2018, 19.00 h, Academy of Music in Gdansk, admission free
• 26.01.2018, 19.00 h, Academy of Music in Gdansk, admission free
• 28.01.2017, 19.00 h, Academy of Music in Gdansk, admission free
• 10.04.2017, 19.00 h, Academy of Music in Gdansk, admission free
• 01.12.2017, 19.00 h, 3. Viva Viola Festivity, House of Art GAK in Gdansk, admission free
• 14.12.2017, 19.00 h, 3. Viva Viola Festivity, Academy of Music in Gdansk, admission free
• 24.04.2016, 12.00 h, Fields of Hope in Pomerania, Gdansk, admission free
• 21.05.2016, 19.00 h, The European Night of Museums, Ratusz Staromiejski in Gdansk, admission free
• 17.04.2015, 19.00 h, 2. Viva Viola Festivity, Academy of Music in Gdansk, admission free
• 03.06.2015, 19.00 h, Academy of Music in Gdansk, admission free
• 20.11.2015, 19.00 h, Academy of Music in Gdansk, admission free
• 17.05.2014, 19.00 h, The European Night of Museums, Ratusz Staromiejski in Gdansk, admission free
• 23.05.2014, 19.00 h, 1. Viva Viola Festivity, Gdansk Archipelago of Culture, admission free
• 25.01.2013, 19.00 h, Academy of Music in Gdansk, admission free
• 18.05.2013, 19.00 h, The European Night of Museums, Ratusz Staromiejski in Gdansk, admission free
• 15.11.2013, 19.00 h, Academy of Music in Gdansk, admission free
   

Masterclasses / Workshops / Consultation

2021

• State Music School in Zielona Góra, Poland
• University of North Texas College of Music, USA (rebooking from 2020)
• Music School in Żory, Poland
• Wanda Kossakowa State Music School in Sanok, Poland
• Music School in Gniezno, Poland
• Workshops "Music Now" in Teresin, Poland
• Music School in Walbrzych, Poland
• Grażyna Bacewicz State Music School in Koszalin, Poland
• T Music School - E-learning Workshops for violists, Online

2020

• Conservatory of Music in Bratislava, Slovakia
• 46. International Zenon Brzewski Music Courses in Łańcut
• Virtual Open Days - Online consultations for candidates for AM studies in Gdańsk, Poland
• Grażyna Bacewicz State Music School in Koszalin, Poland
• Wanda Kossakowa State Music School in Sanok, Poland
• Music School in Dydnia, Poland
• Henryk Wieniawski Music School in Łódź, Poland
• T Music School - E-learning master course for violists, Online
• Polish Rising Music Stars Online
• Polish Viola Symposium Masterclass Online

2019

• St. Petersburg Conservatory M. R. Korsakova in St. St. Petersburg, Russia
• Masterclass at Schloss Krastowitz in Klagenfurt, Austria
• Tallinn Music Academy in Estonia as part of Erasmus Plus
• Turku University Arts Academy in Finland as part of Erasmus Plus
• Workshops for violists "Music Now" in Teresin, Poland
• Grażyna Bacewicz State Music School in Koszalin, Poland
• Viva Viola Festivity at Music School in Gdynia, Poland
• III Baltic Music Workshops in Gdynia, Poland
• Kazimierz Wiłkomirski State Music School in Elbląg, Poland
• Wanda Kossakowa State Music School in Sanok, Poland
• State Music Schools in Żory, Poland
• Music School in Dydnia, Poland
• Open Days of the Department of String Instruments at the Academy of Music in Gdańsk, Poland
• Karol Lipiński Music School in Lublin, Poland

2018

• Open Days of the Department of String Instruments at the Academy of Music in Gdańsk, Poland
• VII International Masterclasses in Zielona Góra, Poland
• III International Viola Forum at the Academy of Music in Poznań, Poland
• Kazimierz Wiłkomirski State Music School in Elbląg, Poland
• Music School in Krakow, Poland
• II Baltic Music Workshops in Gdańsk, Poland
• State Music Schools in Żory, Poland

2017

• State Music Schools in Żory, Poland
• VI International Masterclasses in Zielona Góra, Poland
• 1st Baltic Music Workshops in Gdańsk, Poland

2016

• V International Masterclasses in Zielona Góra, Poland

2015

• IV International Masterclasses in Zielona Góra, Poland

 

Jury / Competitions

2020

• VI Baltic String Duo Competition, Gdańsk
• Polish Rising Music Stars
• Paul Hindemith International Viola Competition

• V Baltic String Duo Competition, Gdansk
• Polish Rising Music Stars

• III Lubuski Competition of Brass Chamber Ensembles, Łagów
• IV Baltic String Duo Competition, Gdansk
• Polish Rising Music Stars

• III Baltic String Duo Competition, Gdansk
• II Lubuski Competition of Brass Chamber Ensembles, Łagów

• II Baltic String Duo Competition, Gdansk

• I Baltic String Duo Competition, Gdansk

Conferences / Congresses / Forum

• 47. International Viola Congress, Castelo Branco, Portugal

• The Nordic Baltic Festival Platform Conference, St. St. Petersburg, Russia
• 46. International Viola Congress, Poznań

• Polish Music Odyssey Conference, Université Paris Sorbonne Paris, France
• Music Export Conference, Warsaw
• The Nordic Baltic Festival Platform Conference, Gdańsk
• Classical: NEXT, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
• III International Viola Forum, Academy of Music, Poznań
• 45. International Viola Congress, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
• Luxembourg Classical Meeting - Music: LX, Luxembourg

• Classical: NEXT, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
• Fira B! Conference, Palma, Majorca
• Music Export Conference, Warsaw
• Conference Pomeranian Broadening of the Field of Culture, Gdańsk
• International Musica Archi Conference at the Academy of Music, Poznań

• National Viola Arte Conference, Music Academy, Gdańsk
• 43. International Viola Congress, Cremona, Italy

• 41. International Viola Congress, Krakow

 

Alumni

• 5th Baltic String Duo Competition / Gdańsk, 2019 / 2nd place / honorable mention for the most interesting interpretation

• solo violist in Elblag Chamber Orhestra

• Distinction - IV Violist Review Tadeusz Gonet in Cracow

• III prize 3. Baltic String Duo Competition Gdansk (2016)

Dominika Dudek

• viola tutti in I, CULTURE Orchestra (2018)

• I prize 3. Baltic String Duo Competition Gdansk (2017), special prize
• 3. Baltic String Duo Competition Gdansk (2017)
• II prize The 25th Young Musician International Competition 'Città di Barletta' – solo (2015)
• II prize The 25th Young Musician International Competition 'Città di Barletta' (2015) – duo
• II solo violist I, CULTURE Orchestra (2017)
• solo violist - leader I, CULTURE Orchestra (2018)
• tutti, Elbląg Chamber Orchestra

• International Music Competition OPUS 2020 / Krakow, May 15, 2020 / honorable mention / 4Clouds Piano Quartett
• Polish Rising Music Stars Competition 2020
• 5th Baltic String Duo Competition / Gdańsk, 2019 / 2nd place / honorable mention for the most interesting interpretation of the piece

• viola tutti Progress Chamber Orchestra, Tczew

• II solo violist I, CULTURE Orchestra
• tutti, The Grand Theater in Poznań
• tutti, Elbląg Chamber Orchestra

• II solo violist in Elblag Chamber Orhestra

Maksymilian Krzak

• II prize ex aequo 4. Baltic String Duo Competition Gdansk (2018)
• Preparatory Department of the Peabody Conservatory of Music
  Bridges Program in Baltimore, USA

• III prize 2. Tadeusz Gonet Viola Competition Cracow (2016)

• viola tutti, The Grand Theater in Poznań
• viola tutti, Koszalin Philharmonic  

 

Consultations, viola workshops

Contact: +48 693 165 157

World premieres

Projects

EURO CHAMBER MUSIC FESTIVAL	Duo del Gesú	Viva Viola Festivity	Save The Music
METROPOLIS Metropolis is the title of the German science fiction film, whose script was written by expressionist scriptwriter and director Fritz Lang, and writer and scriptwriter Thea von Harbou. The film presents a city divided into two social groups: intellectual and workers. The painting was created in 1926 and caused quite a stir in Germany's cultural life. It was so drastic and literal that censorship forced the removal of some scenes. Interestingly, the tape with this film work was lost, and was not found in Buenos Aires until 2002. The Metropolis projection will be accompanied by a live music track. It will be performed by: the icon of Polish electronic music Władysław "Gudonis" Komendarek and violist Krzysztof Komendarek-Tymendorf. DURATION: 2h

Schedule

Media

CD's

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Natalia Ushakova CD Pan-European Philharmonia Universal Music Austria / Deutsche Grammophon Released: 2013-03-15

Framed Soundtrack Chamber Orchestra AUKSO

W ciemności Sountrack Orchestra

 

Reviews

 

Bravo! First-class playing and a wonderfully varied solo viola album!
 

Paul Neubauer

 

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"Viola Coming Out. So it is not easy music, but what comes out of the speakers hits the spot."
„ReVIOLAtion” review - Gazeta Wyborcza

Krzysztof Komendarek-Tymendorf is a rising star of Polish viola music. There is not even an ounce of exaggeration in this description. To justify it though, it is enough to reach for his debut album ReVIOLAtion, released by a phonographic label – Naxos Records. The album brings works for viola solo by contemporary composers: Druzhinin, Weinberg, Vieuxtemps and Grażyna Bacewicz. So it is not easy music, but what comes out of the speakers hits the spot.
At first, I had some serious reservations about this record. After all, the viola is no “queen of all instruments” and works composed for it fail to enter the canon. Besides, this particular soloist still has – as I wrongly thought to myself – a long way to go before he reaches the level of performance that would in any way correspond to Professor Piotr Reichert’s claim that “what distinguishes an excellent viola player is their dexterity and the depth of tone they draw from the cello.” It turned out that my concerns were unfounded. Krzysztof Komendarek-Tymendorf is a magnificent instrumentalist, with a rare sense of music and extraordinary level of virtuosity.
In the beginning the title of the album, i.e. ReVIOLAtion, also seemed to me a bit contrived and pretentious. And again, unnecessarily. The play on words is supposed to suggest a “viola revolution,” and the recording is indeed just that. Not only does Komendarek-Tymendorf interpret each composition in revolutionary – though at times controversial – a manner, but also the repertoire chosen by the artist provides an opportunity to showcase the underestimated sound palette and technical capabilities of the instrument. Juxtaposed together, the sonatas by Druzhinin and Weinberg not only show the musical spirit akin to that of Shostakovich, but also demonstrate the esteem in which the viola was held by both composers.
The album concludes with two short pieces by Henri Vieuxtemps and Grażyna Bacewicz. Both composed with a virtuoso in mind. However, the presentation of instrumentalist capabilities is not the performer’s main purpose. Of course, in his renditions of these pieces Komendarek-Tymendorf demonstrates his skills, but not just for their sake. He underpins them with musicality, opulent sound, and a wide range of dynamics.

I am happy to recommend this album by Krzysztof Komendarek-Tymendorf – admittedly, an artist who is young, but already fully mature and accomplished.

February 12, 2021
Robert Majewski
Translation: Dominika Pieczka
Source: Gazeta Wyborcza (online and print)
https://plock.wyborcza.pl/plock/7,35681,26789122,altowka-wychodzi-z-cienia-nie-jest-to-muzyka-latwa-ale-to.html

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Review of „ReVIOLAtion” in Polish Albums / Polish Music Portal

Krzysztof Komendarek-Tymendorf is a young violist whose CV is filled with many outstanding projects and accolades gained as a musician of the highest rank. ReVIOLAtion is a daring project, because – first and foremost – we are exclusively dealing with the sound of an instrument that so far has not been immensely popular in solo projects, namely the viola. On this album however  this very instrument turns not only into the carrier of music, but also the reflection of virtuosity and the whole gamut of emotions.
The artist's professionalism is unquestionable, but presenting this interesting string instrument from the purely technical perspective, showing its multidimensionality and “soul,” is not that simple. All the more so if there is a message behind it, or an inner dictate to tell a story. It is not easy as the artist chose not to resign from the classical approach to the form itself and – instead – to breathe into it the freshness that befits the contemporary musical reality. The very term “classical” may occasionally evoke associations with something that has no right to exist in our times. Admittedly, this album requires our involvement and openness, but by no means is it  detached from the universal values that are dear to every human being. Because of that, though far from being modern in any way, it forms an essential part of culture.
Thanks to his panache and imagination, Krzysztof has managed to lend all his works a distinctly contemporary feel. However, the artist always refers to such a significant oeuvre with incredible respect and delicacy. Especially since we are dealing with outstanding works (sonatas) by Fyodor Druzhinin and Mieczysław Weinberg.
What turns out to be a real treat on the record is the rendition of Capriccio “Hommage à Paganini op. 55 and an extremely important Polish accent in the form of one of the most popular violin pieces by Grażyna Bacewicz (Polish Caprice, whose viola version was transcribed by Jerzy Kosmala). Its top-class performance shows an approach to a complicated musical matter which – even if we only consider the technical perspective – contains several degrees of difficulty. Besides, presenting it in such a pure form, and at the same time finding a melodic and rhythmic consensus, must without doubt inspire admiration.
As a result the musician managed to create a space in which artistry and precision of performance perfectly combine into one whole (e.g. chords, dynamic range). At the same time he is emphasizing his own individualism in the compositions. The artist skillfully reveals his technique, paying attention to the smallest details, but what becomes more important is to create a moving vision that goes beyond any expectations. It is also worth noting the expression that does not overshadow other elements of the work's detailing (Viola Sonata: II. Vivace, Viola Sonata: IV. Maestoso. Allegro risoluto).
The eponymous ReVIOLAtion should be understood as a “viola revolution,” which in this case can also be construed as a broadening of horizons related to classical music, which thanks to such projects holds an eminent place in contemporary times. The educational aspect provides an added value to this album, although it should be noted that the chosen repertoire is not an obvious one. The promotion of such compositions is of vital importance, all the more so since we are dealing with outstanding works which, performed by Krzysztof Komendarek-Tymendorf, will forever constitute an excellent “compendium” of knowledge. ReVIOLAtion will also inevitably deliver the best aesthetic experience, which is of paramount importance when it comes to such music.

February 12, 2021
Łukasz Dębowski
Translation: Dominika Pieczka
Source: https://polskaplyta-polskamuzyka.pl/2021/02/12/krzysztof-komendarek-tymendorf-reviolation-recenzja

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„ReVIOLAtion” review -  Ruch Muzyczny

A whole album recorded on a string instrument solo poses quite a challenge. In his virtuoso form, Komendarek differentiates long monologues with sensitivity. The instrument sounds mellow and vibrant with colour. At first you listen to it with due attention, as the musician plays brilliantly, but our vigilance easily falls prey to the sound of both sonatas by Druzhinin and Weinberg, so similar in character.

February 11, 2021
Adam Suprynowicz
Translation: Dominika Pieczka
Source: Ruch Muzyczny, Numer wydania: 3 /2021 str. 29

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„ReVIOLAtion” review - Magazine Presto

The album, which constitutes the artist’s debut (sic!), is for explorers and connoisseurs who will appreciate the idea inherent in it: the viola is a versatile instrument that will take on the concept of music in any times and will do so successfully. The virtuosity of the violin and the warmth of the cello intertwined in one instrument under Krzysztof Tymendorf’s fingers turn into a story of timeless beauty, which is reflected in the perverse sequence positioning the shortest and at the same time oldest composition by H. Vieuxtemps between Weinberg and Bacewicz.

 

January 15, 2021
Luiza Borowiec, Anna Mielcarska, Kinga A. Wojciechowska
Translation: Dominika Pieczka

Source: Magazine Presto – Music-Movie-Art, issue number: 30/2021, p. 130

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„ReVIOLAtion” review - pizzicato.lu | Pizzicato Supersonic Award

ReVIOLAtion; Fyodor Druzhinin: Sonate für Viola solo; Mieczyslaw Weinberg: Sonate für Viola solo Nr. 3; Henry Vieuxtemps: Capriccio Hommage a Paganini für Viola solo op. 55; Grazyna Bacewicz: Polish Capriccio für Viola solo; Krzysztof Komendarek-Tymendorf, Viola; 1 CD Naxos

Fyodor Druzhinin was a Russian violist, composer and music teacher in the circle of Shostakovich and Weinberg. Shostakovich wrote his viola sonata for him. One of his pupils was Yuri Bashmet. In the meantime, another of his circle, Mieczyslaw Weinberg, has also become better known. Both wrote various works for the viola, the latter four sonatas, Druzhinin only one. Two sonatas, the one by Druzhinin and Weinberg’s third with a playing time of 30 minutes, actually make up this recording. In addition, there are two short movements.
Krzysztof Komendarek-Tymendorf is a younger violist from Poland who presents his impressive first recording here. The recording has captured his playing very sonorously, but also tastefully, so that it sounds just full, but neither gets on the listener’s nerves nor reverberates unnecessarily. Tymendorf places his recording under the motto ReVIOLAtion, which may well mean restoration or perhaps reconciliation, does not initially reveal any weaknesses or problems in these works peppered with technical difficulties. On the contrary, in his powerfully elegant, always noble playing, he does not allow himself to be impressed by the technical challenges and can thus effortlessly steer the interpretations of the works into creative paths. This enables him to play the viola almost as virtuosic as a violin, round in sound like a cello.

January 4, 2021
Uwe Krusch
Translation: Dominika Pieczka
Source: https://www.pizzicato.lu/volltonende-viola/

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Mieczysław Weinberg (1919-1996) *Sonata na altówkę solo nr 3 op.135 (1982)* – Muzyka Współczesna odc.75

The mastery of performance allowing to achieve this wonderful sound of the viola made me happy.
‘You have no idea how important it is to me that my music was played so beautifully by a Pole. And when I heard Grażyna Bacewicz’s beautiful caprice at the end of the album, my longing for my homeland and the beauty of the performance prompted me to lock myself in the library alone with my music and memories.’
‘Don't delude yourself, please, that my sonata is a piece for just anyone. But if you love the viola, remember this name – Krzysztof Komendarek-Tymendorf – and closely follow every new recording he releases.’
I wanted to put away the record by this new viola genius, but Weinberg held my hand and said:
‘I can lend it to you. Listen to it, please, a few times. In solitude, that’s a must. And if you want to keep it permanently, I will be extremely happy. I have one more favor to ask of you – if we ever meet again, please call me by my Polish name. It’s Mietek...’

January 1, 2021

Andrzej Łada
Translation: Dominika Pieczka
Source: https://www.kronikaludwika.blog/mieczyslaw-weinberg-1919-1996-sonata-na-altowke-solo-nr-3-op-135-1982-muzyka-wspolczesna-odc-75/

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„ReVIOLAtion” review - MusicWeb International

 „This disc deserves a warm welcome, both for choice of repertoire and for the classy performances."

January 2021
Philip Borg-Wheeler
Source: MusicWeb International. Original text of review.

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„ReVIOLAtion” - Album of the Month, Turkish Viola Society

 

December 9, 2020

Source: https://turkishviolasociety.com

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“A Polish rising viola star of the new generation! Krzysztof Komendarek-Tymendorf is a truly charismatic
and unique viola player of his generation. Fully mature as an artist, he demonstrates excellent technique
of both the right and the left hand; he has mastered uniform sound throughout the scale and can
modulate it at will thus differentiating its timbre depending on the narrative of a given piece. His
performance is characterized by great expression, musicality, very good technique, rich sound, great
range of dynamics and articulation. When played by him, music acquires softness and character through
excellent intonation, which is rhythmically perfect. He delivers his renditions consciously and gives
individual meanings to each performed piece.
To undertake the recording of solo sonatas by Fyodor Druzhinin and Mieczysław Weinberg, one must
have a very good double-stop, chord-playing technique. These works demand the highest level of
performance and the execution of these sonatas meets the very standard. Polish Capriccio by Grażyna
Bacewicz and Capriccio by Henri Vieuxtemps are short pieces in which Krzysztof Komendarek-Tymendorf presented great sense of music and rich volume of sound.”

November 27, 2020
Prof. Irena Albrecht
Translation: Dominika Pieczka

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Concert of Duo del Gesù

The first festival concert is already behind us! Duo del Gesù delivered an excellent performance which – when it comes to beautiful subtleties or luscious sound – lacked for nothing. The ensemble took us on an extraordinary journey through a repertoire that even seasoned listeners could find refreshing. A wonderful world premiere of an extremely interesting piece by Kamil Cieślik, most intriguing arrangements of Hungarian Dances, and a beautiful rendition of The King of Alders which the delighted audience had demanded as an encore. But what perhaps turned out to be especially moving were the duets by Mozart and Haydn. It felt like visiting good old friends who decided to show us a mysterious but tastefully decorated room in their home that we had never seen before since they rarely admit their guests there. It was beautiful. As evident in the photo, the audience shared their impressions vividly right after the concert.

May 28, 2019
Iwona LorancTranslation: Dominika Pieczka
Beskidzki Classics Festival "Cavatina Classics" in Bielsko-Biala

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International Viola Congres

Performance styles were seamless, with physical movements that were uncannily symmetrical. If attimes the balance was slightly toward the impressively resonant viola, the congress’s audience of viola enthusiasts did not seem to mind.

September 11-15, 2013
In Review: the 41st International Viola Congress (concert)
Andrew Filmer
Translation: Dominika Pieczka
Source: Journal of the American Viola Society, Vol. 2 Issue 1 December 2013

 

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