Historic Organs of

POLAND
June 10-22, 2015 13 Days
with J. Michael Barone

id someone say Pipedreams in Poland?! Yes, and why not,

though I confess that my own knowledge of the Polish organ
scene has been limited to the music on a few compact discs and a
bit of snooping on the Internet.
But even that limited introduction suggests a remarkable adventure. A Polish state was founded in 966 when Mieszko I, ruler of
a territory roughly comparable with todays Republic of Poland,
converted to Christianity, and the expanding influence of the
Christian church in Poland brought with it the evolving resources
of the pipe organ. The many extravagant cases of instruments
from the 16th through 18th centuriessome still with preserved
historic pipeworktestify to a healthy economy that supported
an organ tradition comparable to the better-known resources of
Western Europe, perhaps not surprisingly since Kracow, Wroclaw
and Gdansk (among other Polish cities) were part of the prosperous Hanseatic League.
The famous Lublin Tabulature, an historic collection of more than
350 organ works compiled between 1537 and 1548 and the most
comprehensive source of organ music in Europe from that time
(!), was assembled by a Polish monk, Jan of Lublin, a musical theorist and organist attached to the convent at Krasnik, near Lublin.
And Jans work was by no means unique,
as other Renaissance and Baroque
manuscript collections document a
lively and cosmopolitan Polish

organ culture that has persisted through to the present time,

despite the privations of the Communist era.
Our itinerary, focused on the central and eastern parts of Poland,
will embrace a remarkable variety of instruments from five centuries, including the monumental 96-stop organ at Oliwa Cathedral;
the richly ornamented installation by Stanislaw Studzinski from
1680 in Lezajsk, with its celebrated high-pitched, multi-rank cymbal mixture; the oldest historic instrument in Poland from 1620
at the parish church in Kazimierz Dolny; several late-romantic
organs by Schlag und Shne, with their distinctive symphonic
voice; new concert hall installations by Schuke in Warsaw and
Rieger in Lodz; and Christian Wegscheiders careful restoration
of the 1719 Hildebrandt organ in Paslek.
Along the way, our demonstrations also will introduce us to compositions by such Polish composers as Jakub Sowa, Felix Borowski, Mieczyslaw Surzynski and Feliks Nowowiejski.
Im not aware of other organ tours that have visited this area before, so I hope that you will take advantage of a unique opportunity. Our group is traditionally cordial, and whether you already
are one of the Pipedreams Gang or are considering joining us
for the first time, youll come home with incredible memoriesof
Pipedreams in Poland!

ITINERARY

WED 10 JUN 
Depart U.S.
Depart JFK on the overnight flight to Warsaw via
LOT Polish Airlines. (Meals in-flight)
THU 11 JUN 
Arrive Warsaw
Welcome to Warsaw, the dynamic capital of Poland, which has risen from the ashes of WWII destruction. Upon early afternoon arrival in Warsaw,
meet your Polish tour manager and driver. Transfer to Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, one of the first
neo-classical buildings in Europe, to meet your
organ expert, Michal Markuszewski. Later this
afternoon check in at the hotel and gather for a
welcome dinner with introduction to the organs
of Poland. (Meals in-flight, D)
Holy Trinity Lutheran Church (1998 Hillebrandt; 30/II + P)
FRI 12 JUN Warsaw
Todays visits include St. Johns Archcathedral,
leveled during the Warsaw Uprising (AugustOctober 1944); it was rebuilt after the war with the
exterior based on the 14th-century churchs presumed appearance. Also visit St. Annes Church,
which is one of the oldest buildings in Warsaw.
Enjoy an evening at leisure for optional concert
opportunities. (B)
St. Johns Archcathedral (1987 Eule; 60/
III+P)
St. Annes Church (1992 Pflger; 30/II+P)
Evangelical Reformed Church (1900 Schlag
und Shne; 24/II+P, rest. 2008)
National Philharmonic Hall (2001 Schucke;
71/III+P)
SAT 13 JUN Warsaw/Elblag
Depart Warsaw this morning traveling northward
with visits to two fine instruments. Stop in the village of wita Lipka, which is known for its pilgrimage church one of the most important examples
of Baroque architecture in modern Poland. The
18th century organ is a work of art in itself. Continue to Pask to hear the largest Baroque organ
saved from the losses of WWII; it is the last extant
two-manual instrument by Andreas Hildebrandt.
(B, D)
wita Lipka: Church of the Blessed Virgin
Mary (1721 J. Mosengel; 40/II+P; rest. 1905
Goebel)
Pask: Bartholomew Church (1719 Hildebrandt; 36/II+P; rest. 2013 Wegscheider)
SUN 14 JUN 
Elblag/Gdask
After hotel check-out, drive to Frombork, which
hosts an annual International Festival of Organ
Music each summer and was home to the astronomer Copernicus. Tour the Nicolaus Copernicus Museum followed by the Basilica where the
astronomer was buried. The Basilica is a national
heritage site and features a 20th century organ
housed in a lovely 17th century case. Travel to the
1683, half-timbered Church of the Sacred Heart of
Jesus in Stegna and continue to Gdask for the final visit of the day at St. Marys Basilica, the largest
brick building in the world. The 1985 organ at St.
Marys was built by the Hillebrand brothers from
Hanover using the case and pipes from a 1627
Merten Friesen instrument. (B, D)
Frombork: Archcathedral Basilica of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary and
Saint Andrew (1934 Kemper; 51/IV+P; rest.
2012)
Stegna: Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus
(1914 Schlag und Shne; 24/II+P)
Gdask: St. Marys Basilica (1985 Hillebrand
Bros.; 46/III+P)

MON 15 JUN 
Gdask
Discover the ancient port city of Gdask in the
course of the days visits. As with much of Poland,
Gdask was destroyed during WWII and rebuilt
with the dedication of its citizens. One church
in the city center was largely spared the ravages
The Dominican Church of St. Nicholas and it
houses a 35-stop organ in a splendid case dating
to 1755. Of particular note today will be the two
organs located in the Cathedral in nearby Oliwa:
a small choir organ from 2003 within a 16th century case, and the great organ built 1763-88 as the
largest instrument in the world at that time. The
latter is noted for its 7000-plus pipes and splendid
sound. (B)
Dominican Church St. Nicholas (18th C. unattributed 1907 Goebel; 35/II+P, rest. 1977
Hammer)
St. Brygide Church (1996 Kamiskich; 45/
III+P)
Archcathedral Basilica of The Holy Trinity,
Blessed Virgin Mary and St Bernard Oliwa:
Great Organ (1788 Wulff; 94/V+P - 1968
Kaminski; 96/V+P), Choir Organ (2003 Kemper; 17/II+P)
TUE 16 JUN 
Gdask/Toru
Depart for Pelplin to one of the best-preserved
Cistercian abbeys in Europe. In the heart of the
Pelplin monastery lies the second largest brick
church in Poland where you will find a 17th century Baroque organ, one of the most beautiful in
Europe, as well as a 19th century Neo-Gothic main
organ, one of the biggest in Pomerania. Depart
for Toru whose medieval Old Town is a UNESCO
World Heritage Site. Hear the instruments at the
14th century Basilica, the 15th century Cathedral
and the 18th century University Church. (B, D)
Pelplin: Cathedral: Baroque organ (1679
Wolff; 42/III+P; rest. 2003 Mollina), Main organ (1845 Bachholz; 72/III+P)
Toru: Cathedral of Sts. John the Evangelist
and John the Baptist: Small Organ (1688
Unknown; 15/I+P) Main Organ (1878 Terletzki; 40/III+P
Toru: St. Marys Basilica: (1878 Terletzki; 52/
III+P)
Toru: Holy Spirit Church, Nicolaus Copernicus University (1757 Dalitz; 63/IV+P)

little instrument. This afternoon arrive in d,

third largest city in the country; Arthur Rubenstein was born and raised here. Hear one of the
most important concert instruments in d at
St. Matthews Lutheran Church. Following hotel
check-in and dinner, visit Saint Stanislav Kostkas
Cathedral (20th century) to hear its impressive
Grand Organ. (B, L, D)
Wocawek: Basilica Cathedral of the St.
Mary Assumption (1893 Spiegel; 32/II+P)
Domaniwice: Chapel of the Nativity of the
Blessed Virgin Mary (1795 Unknown; 8/I)
d: Lutheran Church of St. Matthew: Great
Organ (1928 Rieger; 60/III+P), Chapel Organ
(pre-1900 Schlag und Shne; 12/II+P)
d: Saint Stanislav Kostkas Cathedral:
Grand Organ (1971 Eisenbarth; 58/IV+P),
Small Organ (1974 Eisenbarth; 10/II+P)
THU 18 JUN 
d/Krakw
Begin the day with an introduction to the 2014
instruments at the d Philharmonic, one Baroque and one Romantic, making the hall unique
among the worlds philharmonic halls. Journey to
Jdrzejw and its 12th century Cistercian Abbey
before arriving in Krakw later today. Krakw was
formerly the capital of Poland and its royalty ruled
from Wawel Castle, which towers over the city. (B,
D)
d Philharmonic: Baroque Organ (2014
Wegscheider; 37/II+P), Symphonic Organ
(2014 Rieger; 66/IV+P)
Jdrzejw: Cistercian Abbey Church (1754
Sitarski; 40/IV+P)

FRI 19 JUN 
Krakw
Marvel at Krakws treasure trove of historic buildings and important cultural legacy while getting
acquainted with a splendid sampling of its instruments. This evening attend an included symphonic concert or opera. (B)
Philharmonic Hall (1996 Klais; 50/III+P)
Archbasilica of the Assumption of St. Mary
(1800 Ziernacki; 56/III+P)
Collegiate Church of St. Florian (1761 Sitarski presumed; 23/II+P)
Church of the Holy Cross (1996 Gross; 18/
II+P)
Collegiate Church of St. Anna (1724 Sitarski
presumed; 26/II+P)
WED 17 JUN 
Torun/d
St. Nicolaus Church (early 20th century
Travel to Wocaweks Gothic Basilica Cathedral of
Falla;15/II+P)
St. Mary with its 19th century Neo-Gothic organ.
Continue to the village of Domaniewice where SAT 20 JUN 
Krakw /Lublin
the Chapel of the Nativity houses a truly unique In southeastern Poland is Leajsk, famed for its
Bernadine Basilica and Monastery, but even more

so for its organ. This instrument is considered one

of the most valuable European organs in terms of
construction and ornamentation it is breathtaking to behold. Continue to Lublin, long a crossroads of trade. Upon arrival visit the Lublin Cathedral before check-in at the hotel for dinner and
overnight. (B, D)
Leajsk: Bernadine Basilica (1680 Studziski;
40/III+P)
Lublin: Cathedral (1893 Blomberg - 1973 rebuilt Siedlar; 20/II+P)
SUN 21 JUN 
Lublin/Warsaw
Begin the day at the Lublin workshop of Krzysztof
Deszczak, who specializes in restoration and refurbishment of historic instruments. Then drive to
the charmingly situated town of Kazimierz-Dolny
whose parish church features the oldest playable
organ in Poland. Later today arrive back in Warsaw for your final night. Gather for a festive farewell dinner celebrating your discoveries of music
and culture in Poland. (B, D)
Kazimierz Dolny: Parish Church (1620 Unknown; 36/II+P)
MON 22 JUN Warsaw/Return to U.S.
Transfer this morning for flight check-in and departure to JFK. (B, Meals in-flight)
Code: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Itinerary subject to change.
Visits and venues subject to confirmation.

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COST SUMMARY

WHATS INCLUDED?
55 AIRFARE: Round-trip economy class airfare
from JFK via LOT Polish Airlines or other
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other cities; a separate ticket will be required
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55 ACCOMMODATION: Eleven nights accommodation in 4 and 5 star hotels, double
occupancy, with private facilities.
55 MEALS: Breakfast daily, one box lunch
and eight dinners. Wine included with the
farewell dinner.
55 GROUND TRANSPORT: Transfers and transportation by deluxe motorcoach.
55 SIGHTSEEING/PROGRAMMING: Extensive
organ-related programming throughout;
honoraria and entrance fees included.
Tickets for one evening concert, mid-price
range.
55 PORTERAGE: Luggage handling of one
piece per person.
55 ORGAN EXPERT: Mr. Michal Markuszewski
serving as the accompanying organ impresario.
55 PROFESSIONAL GUIDE: A professional tour
manager/guide throughout.
55 GRATUITIES: Gratuities to drivers and
guides (for your convenience, $160 per
person has been included).
55 TAXES: Airport/foreign departure taxes (currently $301 per person).
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YOUR HOSTS

MICHAEL BARONE is
a well known voice on
public radio as host for
national
broadcasts
of American Public
Medias Pipedreams,
which celebrated its
30th anniversary in
2012. He came to Minnesota Public Radio
in 1968, served as the
systems music director through 1993, and continues as a Senior Executive Producer.
Barone is a graduate (B.M. in Music History) of the
Oberlin Conservatory in Ohio, and an internationally known advocate for the pipe organ and its
music. He has received special honors from the
American Guild of Organists, the Organ Historical
Society, the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP), and the Minnesota
Music Hall of Fame for his contributions to the
musical community at large and to organ music
in particular.
Michal Markuszewski (Warsaw, 1980)
graduated with honors from the Fryderyk
Chopin Academy of
Music in Warsaw. He
has also completed
studies at Universitt
der Knste in Berlin
and at the Hochschule
fr Musik in Wrzburg.
Michal has performed
recitals at international
festivals in Poland, Lithuania, Slovakia, Ukraine,
Aland Islands, Czech Republic, Luxemburg, Spain,
Holland, Norway, Switzerland, Great Britain and
in over 200 cities in Germany. He has perfected
his skills during numerous courses taught by such
masters as Guy Bovet, Aleksander Fiseyski, Julian
Gembalski, Lorenzo Ghielmi, Jean Guillou, Bernhard Haas, Naji Hakim, Rudolf Innig, Edgar Krapp,
Olivier Latry, Heribert Metzger, Peter Planyavsky,
Martin Sander, and Christopher Stembridge. Michal has made numerous recordings (Organum
Classics, Label Harp, DUX). His album recorded
on the historical organ of the Reformed Church
in Warsaw (DUX 0707) was nominated for the
Fryderyk award. He has also recorded for
radio and television. Micha Markuszewki is
also active in the area of the preservation of
historical organs. He is a member of the Society
for Research and Preservation of Silesian Organs, and a member of the German Society of
Friends of Organs. He has also participated in
numerous projects of restoration of historical
organs, as well as serving as a consultant for the
construction of new instruments. www.michalmarkuszewski.pl

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