About the Foundation
Fundacja Via Sonoria was born of a passion for music and the need to support and promote musical culture in Poland and abroad. Our mission is to develop and nurture the cultural interests of diverse social groups, especially children, young people and the musically gifted. We work to make our musical heritage more widely known, to support local cultural initiatives and to promote artistic talent.
The Foundation is actively involved in educational and artistic projects that not only support the development of music education but also foster cooperation between different cultural communities. We work with cultural institutions, music schools and artists, organising concerts, workshops, educational programmes and events that promote music in all its forms.
Our Mission
Our mission is to support and develop musical culture, to nurture cultural engagement and to promote musical talent, while building bridges between local initiatives and the international music community.
Key areas of activity:
- Promoting talent – helping young artists pursue their passion and build their careers.
- Music education – running educational activities, workshops and learning programmes.
- Sharing musical culture – presenting works by outstanding composers and supporting local initiatives.
- International cooperation – building cultural ties between Poland and other countries.
Through its work, Fundacja Via Sonoria supports culture at local, national and international level, giving music and its creators room to grow.
The Board
Grzegorz Vytlacil – President of the Board
Grzegorz Vytlacil is a respected cellist and teacher with many years of experience in classical music and music education. He graduated from the Fryderyk Chopin Academy of Music in Warsaw (Białystok branch), where he studied with distinguished professors. He took part in prestigious masterclasses in Łańcut and Zamość, developing his skills under such authorities as Prof. Tomasz Strahl and Prof. Catalin Ilea.
He performs as a soloist and chamber musician with acclaimed ensembles in Poland and abroad. As a cellist with the Podlasie Opera and Philharmonic, he actively promotes Polish music, especially the work of lesser-known but outstanding composers. He is also a co-founder of the Kwartet Dworski (Court Quartet), with which he has carried out numerous artistic projects.
Grzegorz Vytlacil leads Fundacja Via Sonoria, bringing together his artistic and organisational experience in pursuing its mission of promoting musical culture. His vision rests on building bridges between tradition and the present day and on supporting young talent.
Emilia Vytlacil – Vice-President of the Board
Emilia Vytlacil is a pianist, an experienced teacher and a cultural manager specialising in music education. Having graduated in piano from the Fryderyk Chopin Academy of Music in Warsaw (Białystok branch), she has for years been committed to developing young musical talent and promoting musical culture in Poland. She is Deputy Head of the State Music School (first and second level) in Łomża, where she is responsible for organising teaching and artistic work.
As Vice-President of Fundacja Via Sonoria, she brings her experience in managing cultural projects and organising concerts and educational programmes. She has co-developed numerous initiatives promoting Polish music at home and abroad. Emilia Vytlacil combines a passion for music with professionalism in delivering artistic projects that shape new generations of classical music lovers and performers.
The Board of Fundacja Via Sonoria combines long experience in music and education with a commitment to developing Polish musical culture, creating space for artists, audiences and young talent.
