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Jerzy Kosmala was a renowned classical music artist who was born on December 22, 1935, in Krakow, Poland. He was a cellist and a conductor who made significant contributions to the world of classical music. Kosmala was born into a family of musicians, and his father was a cellist in the Krakow Philharmonic Orchestra. This early exposure to music sparked his interest in the cello, and he began playing the instrument at a young age. Kosmala's musical education began at the Krakow Music Academy, where he studied under the tutelage of Professor Kazimierz Wilkomirski. He later continued his studies at the Moscow Conservatory, where he studied with the renowned cellist Mstislav Rostropovich. Kosmala's time in Moscow was a turning point in his career, as he was exposed to a new level of musical excellence and was able to refine his skills as a cellist. After completing his studies, Kosmala returned to Poland and began his career as a cellist. He quickly gained recognition for his exceptional talent and was invited to perform with some of the most prestigious orchestras in Poland. In 1960, he became the principal cellist of the Krakow Philharmonic Orchestra, a position he held for over a decade. Kosmala's talent as a cellist was not limited to his performances with orchestras. He was also an accomplished soloist and chamber musician. In 1963, he won first prize at the International Cello Competition in Florence, Italy, which launched his international career. He went on to perform in some of the most prestigious concert halls in the world, including Carnegie Hall in New York, the Royal Albert Hall in London, and the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam. In addition to his career as a cellist, Kosmala was also an accomplished conductor. He began conducting in the 1970s and quickly gained recognition for his skill and musicality. He served as the principal conductor of the Krakow Philharmonic Orchestra from 1973 to 1978 and later became the principal conductor of the Polish Radio and Television Symphony Orchestra. Kosmala's contributions to the world of classical music were recognized with numerous awards and honors. In 1974, he was awarded the Order of Polonia Restituta, one of the highest honors in Poland. He was also awarded the Medal for Merit to Culture by the Polish government in 1980. In 1995, he was awarded the Gloria Artis Gold Medal for Merit to Culture by the Polish Ministry of Culture and National Heritage. Throughout his career, Kosmala remained committed to promoting classical music and supporting young musicians. He served as a professor at the Krakow Music Academy and was a mentor to many young cellists. He also founded the Jerzy Kosmala Foundation, which provides scholarships and support to young musicians. Jerzy Kosmala passed away on December 30, 2018, at the age of 83. His legacy as a cellist, conductor, and mentor to young musicians lives on through his recordings, performances, and the many musicians he inspired throughout his career.

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