A historic event, the testimony to the deep and lasting ties between Poland and Switzerland
For PATH Family Office it is extremely important to initiate and support those events, that continue the rich history of dynamic cultural exchange and mutual support. Which are the testimony to the lasting and deep ties between Poland and Switzerland.
One of the events we are exceptionally proud of, was the concert that took place in May in Vevey, the pearl of the Swiss Riviera, honoring the 110 th anniversary, of the legendary meeting of Ignacy Jan Paderewski and Camille Saint-Saëns, when those two outstanding virtuosos of that period, one could say the stars of the music scene at the time, met to perform together, on two grand pianos, works composed by Saint-Saëns.
Paderewski's life, has taught us that music is not confined to the concert hall. It is a language that shapes our understanding, defines our relationships and gives meaning to our place in the world. He was a testament to the power of art and his life continues to inspire many, reminding us that our passions can truly make a difference in the world.
110 years later, to honor this legendary event, with the participation of remarkable Polish statesman, diplomat, outstanding pianist and composer, Magdalena Lisak and Philippe Giusiano, winners of the 13th International Fryderyk Chopin Piano Competition Fryderyk Chopina, one of the most outstanding pianists of our times, graced us with their recitals of Fryderyk Chopin's works and performed incredibly emotional pieces for two pianos, replicating the 1913 performance.
It was an unforgettable evening celebrating history, collaboration, friendship and outstanding music performances.
For PATH Family Office it was a truly honor, we could partner Polish Embassy in initiating and carrying out this historic event.
Behind the virtuosos Magdalena Lisak and Philippe Giusiano, from left to right, posed all those without whom this year's concert would not take place:
Mrs Giusiano, Piotr Augustyniak, Ewa Paderewska, Iwona Kozłowska (Polish ambassador to Switzerland) with her daughter, Wojciech Jakóbiec, Bartek Bielski, Tomasz Lazarowicz, Olivier-André Gléron and Kinga Romanovska.
© De Jongh archival holdings, Elysee Museum, Lausanne
From left to right behind Ignacy Paderewski and Camille Saint-Saëns: Charles Pilet, Viscount de Faria (Consul of Portugal), Mrs Schelling, Auguste Roussy, Mrs Paderewska, Mr Beaud (Ambassador of France to Switzerland), Eugène Couvreu (Mayor of Vevey) and Ernest Schelling.
Magdalena Lisak and Philippe Giusiano
Iwona Kozłowska (Polish ambassador to Switzerland) Philippe Giusiano, Magdalena Lisak and Piotr Augustyniak (PATH Family Office)
Piotr Augustyniak
