Meditations for Harpsichord

Harpsichordist and artistic director Katarzyna Kowalik presents the world premiere of Meditations for Harpsichord – an innovative project exploring the meeting point of music, mindfulness, and contemporary creation.

This special event marks the world premiere of nine newly commissioned works, the launch of the Meditations for Harpsichord CD recording on Prima Facie Records, and the launch of the book Meditations for Harpsichord, published by Vision Edition.

The programme features new works for harpsichord, Tibetan singing bowls, gongs, and electronics, creating a unique sound world that brings together ancient and modern musical traditions. Alongside the premieres, audiences will experience a carefully curated journey through meditative sound, inviting reflection, stillness, and deep listening.

The commissioned composers are Rolf Hind, Nicola LeFanu, John Palmer, Janet Oates, Kevin Raftery, Anna Ignatowicz-Glińska, Andrzej Karałow, Dariusz Przybylski and Anna Maria Huszcza.

Composers and editors involved in the publication of the book will be present at the event, offering audiences an opportunity to celebrate the culmination of this ambitious international project.

Audience members are invited to experience the performance in the way that feels most comfortable to them. Seating will be available on chairs, while floor cushions will also be provided. Those who wish to participate in a more meditative way are welcome to bring a yoga mat and listen while lying down.

Programme:
Louis Couperin Unmeasured Prelude (in the style of Froberger)
Nicola LeFanu Fantasia for Katarzyna world premiere
Anna Maria Huszcza Intertwined Silence world premiere
Kevin Raftery How Can I Meditate? world premiere
Dariusz Przybylski Pulsar world premiere
Anna Ignatowicz-Glińska efis world premiere
John Palmer Akasha world premiere
Andrzej Karałow Beyond stillness, murmuring voices world premiere
Janet Oates Flow world premiere
Rolf Hind …comme un clavecin mêlé de gong... world premiere
Johann Jakob Froberger Méditation sur ma mort future

Performers:
Katarzyna Kowalik harpsichord

Generously supported by the Hinrichsen Foundation, The Marchus Trust, Vaughan Williams Foundation, Gemma Classical Music Trust, Society of Authors and Creators ZAiKS, Polish Ministry of Culture and National Heritage (Artistic Scholarship 2026), private sponsors, and partner organisations.