Norbert Palej

Composer

Apr 13

Originally from Cracow, Poland, Norbert Palej has been recognized for his “first-rate and genuinely original work” (American Composers Orchestra), and a musical language that generates “visceral excitement” (The Boston Globe). “Palej eclipses Lutoslawski”, writes Montreal’s La Presse, while The Gazette calls his work “riveting” and Musical Toronto: “fascinating”. His recent CD was nominated for a JUNO Award, and his work premiered at New York’s Carnegie Hall. His 2021 project "Return from the Stars" was developed in collaboration with the European Space Agency, introduced from aboard the International Space Station orbiting Earth, and presented at the Expo 2020 Dubai.

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