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Zbigniew Preisner

My Life - Preisner’s Music featuring Lisa Gerrard

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close up photo of Zbigniew Preisner

In celebration of his 70th birthday, Zbigniew Preisner, one of the most outstanding film composers of his generation, performs works from his vast collaborations.

For many years, Zbigniew Preisner collaborated with the late director Krzysztof Kieślowski and scriptwriter Krzysztof Piesiewicz, creating multi-hued soundtracks that shaped the mood of existential despair in Three Colours, stirring scores that oscillate between diegetic and non-diegetic music in Dekalog, and haunting operatic compositions in The Double Life of Veronique.

In celebration of Preisner’s 70th birthday, this concert will feature works from his extensive collaborations with Kieślowski, along with music from his album Requiem for My Friend, in memory of the late director.

Zbigniew will be joined on stage by Lisa Gerrard—founding member, singer, and composer of the iconic band Dead Can Dance—a hand-selected group of collaborators, and the Guildhall Session Orchestra and Choir.

Tagged with: Contemporary music

Age guidance: This event is suitable for audiences aged 5+. Under 14's must be accompanied by someone aged 16 or over.

Presented in partnership with Adam Mickiewicz Institute, as part of the UK/Poland Season 2025, a vibrant programme spanning 100+ events across 40 cities in both countries. Uk/Poland Season 2025 is organised by the British Council, the Adam Mickiewicz Institute and the Polish Cultural Institute, financed by the Ministry of Culture and National Heritage and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Poland.

Presented by Serious. 


 

Programme

  •   TBC

Performers

  • Zbigniew Preisner   composer
  • Lisa Gerrard   vocal
  • Edyta Krzemień   soprano
  • Konrad Mastyło   piano
  • Radosław Pujanek   solo violin
  • Mitch Dalton   guitar
  • Guildhall Session Orchestra and Choir  

Hall

Location
The Barbican Hall is located within the main Barbican building. Head to Level G and follow the signs to find your seating level. 

Address
Barbican Centre
Silk Street, London
EC2Y 8DS

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