Desperado: An Autobiography

Tomasz Stańko, a Polish jazz musician, was a visionary trumpeter and composer who had a profound impact on jazz internationally. He was awarded the Polytika Passport, Prix du Musicien Européan, and Preis der deutschen Schallplattenkritik in 2014. This book is an extended interview with broadcaster Rafał Księżyk originally published in Polish by Wydawnictwo Literackie.

Format: Hardback
Length: 358 pages
Publication date: 01 July 2022
Publisher: Equinox Publishing Ltd

Tomasz Stańko, widely regarded as one of the greatest jazz musicians Poland has ever produced, embarked on a remarkable career that spanned nearly six decades until his passing in 2018. A visionary trumpeter and composer, Stańko was a protégé of renowned composer Krzysztof Komeda and collaborated with musicians from diverse countries such as Poland, Sweden, Norway, Britain, Cuba, and the USA. His profound impact on jazz on a global scale demonstrated that jazz was not limited to American origins but rather a universal art form. In recognition of his contributions, Stańko received prestigious awards such as the Polytika Passport in Poland, the Prix du Musicien Européan in Paris, and the Preis der deutschen Schallplattenkritik. This captivating book is an in-depth extended interview with broadcaster Rafał Księżyk, originally published in Polish by Wydawnictwo Literackie. It delves into the life and artistry of Tomasz Stańko, providing a candid and insightful perspective into his musical journey and the enduring legacy he has left behind.

Dimension: 320 x 234 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781800502222