Michał Urbaniak

Michał Urbaniak is a renowned Polish jazz musician, celebrated for his work as a violinist, saxophonist, and composer. Known for pushing genre boundaries, Urbaniak blends traditional jazz with elements of funk, hip-hop, and electronics, creating a unique and innovative sound. He emerged on the jazz scene in the 1960s and rose to international prominence in the '70s after moving to the United States, where he collaborated with influential artists like Miles Davis and Quincy Jones.

Urbaniak is also notable for introducing the electric violin to the jazz world and for his pioneering use of fusion styles, incorporating Polish folk music into modern jazz. Over the decades, he's released numerous albums and continues to explore new musical directions, earning him a reputation as one of Poland’s most important and enduring jazz figures.