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About Magdalena Baczewska
Magdalena Baczewska [pronounced ba-CHEV-ska] is a Polish-American artist and scholar enjoying a versatile career as a soloist, chamber musician, artistic administrator, educator, academic leader, curator, and speaker. Described by the press as “Columbia professor by day, musical sorceress by night” (ConcertoNet) and “eloquent and technically flawless” (The Washington Post), she has performed in many of the world's major music centers to both popular and critical acclaim.
As a concerto soloist, she has appeared with prestigious orchestras worldwide, including the San Francisco Symphony, Philadelphia Orchestra, and China National Symphony.
Latest Publications
2023
A COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO BACH'S DANCE SUITES
In this sequel to the 2022 Introduction to J.S. Bach's Keyboard Music, Columbia University professor Magdalena Baczewska returns to tonebase, whose mission is to democratize access to the highest-quality music education, to present a course on the dance music of J.S. Bach, dispelling myths, misconceptions, and teaching the intricacies of the various dance forms that would have been common knowledge in Bach’s time. Available by subscription at tonebase.co/piano
2023
J. S. BACH - THE FRENCH SUITES
I’m happy to announce the release of my new album, Bach’s French Suites, out now across the streaming platforms: Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, etc. Bach’s learned, yet completely effortless treatment of the dance forms continues to amaze me. Though I recorded this set on the modern piano (the latest model of Yamaha CFX is as modern as it gets), my perspective comes from research of historical keyboards and performance practice. It has been a privilege to think about how these worlds fit together. The best part is that the journey continues.
2022
INTRODUCTION TO J. S. BACH'S KEYBOARD MUSIC: tonebase video series
In this tonebase video series, Columbia University professor and Bach specialist Magdalena Baczewska takes you on a journey through a series of exemplary works from the keyboard music of J.S. Bach, one of the most influential musicians in history. From simple minuets and preludes, through the Two and Three-Part Inventions, you will not only feel how elegant, dramatic, and dazzling Baroque music falls under your fingers, but build a foundation of musicianship that will serve you in all of your musical pursuits. Available by subscription at tonebase.co/piano
2022
ROBO TRIBE REMIX
Magdalena's latest collaboration with DJ/producer Passwar D, "Robo Tribe" is a fusion between classical piano improvisation and techno. Upon its release (Diffuse Reality Records), "Robo Tribe" was featured as a hype on Beatport, the largest online music source for DJs.
From the Press:
"Baczewska is an interesting presence in the piano world" (Musikalifeiten)
"Like a seasoned actor, [Baczewska] continues to sustain an evocative mood throughout" (Classics Today)
“Deliciously different sonic adventure” (Contemporary Fusion Reviews)
“Finely woven, ease of execution, rich lyricism” (American Record Guide)
“Inspires the imagination” (Contemporary Fusion Reviews)
"Warm, gracious and expressive” (Classical Music Guide Online)
“Aristocratic character, free from pretentiousness or banality” (Musikalifeiten)
“One of the most innovative, even radical classical keyboardists in the U.S.” (ConcertoNet)
“Columbia University professor by day, musical sorceress by night” (ConcertoNet)
"Baczewska enlightens" (Palm Beach Arts Paper)
"Magnificent, unique voice that stylistically never falters" (Classical Music Guide Online)
MAGDALENA BACZEWSKA
[pronounced BaCHEVska]
“Columbia University professor by day, musical sorceress by night” - ConcertoNet “
One of the most innovative, even radical classical keyboardists in the U.S.”- ConcertoNet
"Baczewska enlightens"- The Palm Beach ArtsPaper
MAGDALENA BACZEWSKA
[pronounced BaCHEVska]
“Columbia University professor by day, musical sorceress by night” - ConcertoNet “
One of the most innovative, even radical classical keyboardists in the U.S.”- ConcertoNet
"Baczewska enlightens"- The Palm Beach ArtsPaper
