Duo VivaTasto – 1st Prize with Special Mention, Chamber Ensemble
Duo VivaTasto is a chamber music duo formed by classical guitarist Katarzyna Wójcicka and violinist Alicja Kostrubiec. The ensemble was founded in October 2024 at the Feliks Nowowiejski Academy of Music in Bydgoszcz, Poland. Born from a close friendship and a shared passion for music, the duo began with a dream to one day perform Astor Piazzolla’s iconic Libertango together.
Both musicians are actively involved in the world of solo and chamber performance, regularly participating in renowned international competitions such as the Royal Maas International Competition, the Global Young Musicians Competition, and the 6th Wanda Wiłkomirska International Violin Competition of Polish Music.
VivaTasto works under the guidance of Marcin Chiliński and Dr. Katarzyna Gluza at the Academy of Music in Bydgoszcz. The duo brings together musical sensitivity and the pursuit of a unique sound — their performances are a fusion of friendship, passion, and a deep commitment to artistic excellence.