Stories

28–31.05.2026
17. Leo Festival 2026
Stories

Olga Humeńczuk – NFM director
Christian Danowicz – artistic director

Where words leave off, music begins.
Heinrich Heine
 
I believe the quote from this Romantic poet perfectly captures the essence of music. At the same time, it poses a challenge: while we can tell stories without music, or with its help, is it possible to tell stories solely through music – without the use of words?

Great composers have attempted this for centuries, and the European musical language has developed so that today we not only understand it but are fascinated by its universality and sincerity. That’s why this year I invite you to a Leo Festival filled with narrative music, where your imagination will need no words. I have also prepared a concert dedicated to younger listeners, during which music will blend with words in Sergei Prokofiev’s Peter and the Wolf, with one of Poland’s most distinguished actors, Zbigniew Zamachowski, narrating the tale. There will also be stories about the most expensive and magnificent string instruments, including criminal themes, no less! In keeping with the festival’s tradition and mission, there will also be a concert featuring students and graduates of music academies. 

It will be colourful, diverse, and a little different than usual, so join us and you will surely find something of interest to you.

 

Christian Danowicz
Artistic Director 
Leo Festival

Intergenerational Story
 
28.05.2026
Thu.
7:00 PM
NFM, Red Hall
Blind Test
 
29.05.2026
Fri.
7:30 PM
NFM, Red Hall
Home Concerts with Leo
 
30.05.2026
Sat.
3:00 PM
Wrocław, private homes
Peter and the Wolf – symphonic tale
 
31.05.2026
Sun.
11:00 AM
NFM, ORLEN Main Hall
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