Andrzej Kosendiak

Polish Conductor and Music Director

Andrzej Kosendiak is a Polish conductor, educator, and cultural manager, recognized for his contributions to the promotion of early music and contemporary classical music in Poland. He is the director of the National Forum of Music (Narodowe Forum Muzyki) in Wrocław, which is a significant cultural institution in Poland. Kosendiak has been involved with various ensembles, including the Wrocław Baroque Orchestra, which he founded to explore and perform music from the Baroque period using historical performance practices. His work often involves rediscovering and performing lesser-known works of the past as well as commissioning and premiering new compositions. Kosendiak's dedication to music has led him to collaborate with numerous artists and orchestras, both in Poland and internationally, contributing to his reputation as a versatile and respected figure in the classical music community.