Krzysztof Michalski is a prizewinner of the ARD International Cello Competition. He has performed at major venues including the Philharmonie de Paris and the Elbphilharmonie, and regularly appears at leading European festivals.
In September 2024, Krzysztof Michalski gained international recognition by winning Second Prize and the Special Prize at the ARD International Cello Competition in Munich. He is also a laureate of other international competitions including the David Geringas, Zoltán Kodály, Buchet, and Johansen competitions.
He has performed across Europe, Asia, and the Americas and worked with orchestras such as the Bavarian Radio Symphony Orchestra, the Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, and the French Republican Guard Orchestra. His appearances include venues such as the Philharmonie de Paris, the Herkulessaal and the Elbphilharmonie, and festivals including Le Festival de Pâques d'Aix-en Provence, La Roque d’Anthéron, La Folle Journée (Nantes & Tokyo), and Spannungen. In 2023, he opened the “Martha Argerich and Friends play for Brussels” concert.
Recent highlights include performances with Renaud Capuçon and Yulianna Avdeeva, as well as a recording of a debut album together with the harpist Alexandra Bidi. As a chamber musician, he has collaborated with artists such as Christian Tetzlaff, Tanja Tetzlaff, and Claire Désert, among others.
He will participate in the Queen Elisabeth Competition 2026, and will teach and perform at the Taiwan Cello Festival in October 2026.
Festival de Pâques d'Aix-en-Provence
Menuhin Gstaad Festival
Folle Journée (Nantes & Tokyo)
La Roque d'Anthéron
Morningside Music Bridge
Queen Elisabeth Competition 2026
Taiwan Cello Festival in October 2026
Shostakovich 2nd trio with Shuichi Okada and Adam Laloum at the Deauville Easter Festival
Concert tour with Renaud Capuçon and Paul Zientara with the J.-S. Bach Goldberg Variations
Music is a form of communication beyond words. It has been in my life for as long as I can remember, and over time it became essential, like an extension of myself, a way of connecting with others.
Being part of the Pernoo School is a great source of inspiration for me. Working closely with Jérôme Pernoo, whose guidance is both demanding and deeply motivating, is a privilege that continually shapes my artistic development.
I am passionate about languages and am now learning my 5th language - Arabic. I also enjoy cooking, which is just another way of exploring creativity.
