“a coherent interpretation attracted attention with a multitude of dynamic and color contrasts”
Barbara Żurakowska, Ruch Muzyczny 14.04.2023
J. Kornowicz – Masiffs for two flutes and orchestra /world premiere
“Performance of Beethoven’s symphony No. 5 was filled with temperament, character, and expression. The unique mood of each movement was vividly conveyed”
Barbara Żurakowska, Ruch Muzyczny 14.04.2023
L.v. Beethoven – V symphony
“The orchestra under the baton of Szymon Makowski used a wide dynamic palette, captivating phrasing and expressive climaxes”
Barbara Żurakowska, Ruch Muzyczny 30.09.2022
R. Koczalski – symphony in f-minor
“Szymon Makowski has excellent conducting skills, knows how to properly plan intensive work within tight deadlines, is calm, composed and has good contact with the orchestra members”
Joanna Wnuk-Nazarowa, General Manager of the Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra
“Mr. Makowski proved, that he has a great potential to perform contemporary music. Well prepared, imaginative and fast-working he was warmly welcomed by the orchestra.”
prof. Szymon Bywalec, General and Artistic Director of the Orchestra of the New Music, Katowice
“The skills, competencies, conducting predispositions and character traits required for practicing this profession have undoubtedly led Mr. Szymon Makowski to establish himself as one of the outstanding Polish conductors.”
prof. Marek Pijarowski, former chief conductor of the Poznan Philharmonic, Wrocław Philharmonic and head of the conducting department of the Wroclaw Academy of Music