For centuries, Kalisz has been the beating heart of Polish piano making, renowned for the skill and passion of its master craftspeople. Now, after decades of silence, the arrival of an entirely new concert instrument on Poland’s musical scene marks a truly momentous occasion. With great pride, we are opening a new chapter in our country’s tradition of building keyboard instruments of the highest calibre. If you love rich, refined sonorities and long to experience the emotion of strings brought to life by virtuoso performers, this evening will stay with you for years to come. Join us on a fascinating journey into a world of precision, expertise acquired over many years and an enduring passion for the beauty of sound.

Heritage, passion and a return to the forefront. A historic evening for Polish piano making!

Polish piano making is reclaiming its place on Europe’s most prestigious stages, driven by a deep passion and a commitment to preserving the traditions of generations of Kalisz master craftspeople. For decades, Kalisz has been a proud centre of Polish piano making, where knowledge passed from one generation to the next has set unrivalled standards of quality. The team behind Alaudis is rooted in this rich heritage, having gained valuable experience through more than three decades of piano restoration. To learn more about the people behind this remarkable undertaking, visit About us – SAP Renovation. Moving from the meticulous restoration of historic masterpieces of piano making to the creation of an instrument designed entirely in-house took immense courage and an uncompromising approach. Visit our website to discover the philosophy behind Alaudis, which brings together respect for the masters of the past and the latest advances in acoustic engineering.

The sound we have dreamed of for more than three decades! Join us for the official debut of the Polish Alaudis grand piano

The dream of an exceptional concert instrument became a reality with the birth of Alaudis, whose ceremonial debut is now fast approaching. The forthcoming Alaudis – Inaugural Concert will showcase the technical capabilities of this new design while celebrating a triumph of Polish musical ingenuity. During the evening, you will discover for yourself the extraordinary expressive power held within precisely shaped wood and steel strings. We have prepared a rich and varied programme to reveal the full tonal palette of this exceptional instrument. You will witness the birth of a new legend, with the potential to earn a lasting place in concert halls across Europe.

When and where will the inaugural concert take place?

The concert will take place on 29 October 2026 at 7:00 p.m. in the Professor Jerzy Rubiński Auditorium at the Faculty of Pedagogy and Fine Arts in Kalisz, part of Adam Mickiewicz University. The choice of venue is deeply symbolic: this city is the historic heart of Poland’s piano industry. From the moment you enter the hall, you will sense the joyful anticipation of hearing the instrument’s first official notes. Before attending, explore Alaudis Skowronek – the Polish grand piano by SAP Renovation to learn more about its technical specifications. Save this autumn evening in your diary now and be part of a milestone in Polish cultural history.

Artists and supporters – who will make this evening exceptional?

Outstanding pianists and chamber ensembles will take to the stage, bringing the artistic sensitivity needed to reveal the new instrument’s full dynamic range. The evening will feature performances by Łukasz Byrdy, the Per Quattro ensemble and the distinguished piano duo Joanna Kaczmarska-Bieżyńska and Robert Adamczak. The crowning moment of this musical feast will be a recital by Leszek Możdżer, an artist renowned for his extraordinary sonic imagination and unmistakable improvisational style. The event will be hosted by the respected radio journalist Róża Światczyńska, who will enrich the evening with anecdotes and historical context. The concert enjoys the prestigious support of the Chopin community, including the Fryderyk Chopin Society, offering a powerful endorsement of the instrument’s quality.

Would you like to attend? Contact us to reserve your seat!

Seating in the Kalisz auditorium is strictly limited, so you must contact us directly to receive a personal invitation. We would be delighted to share this special moment with lovers of piano music, music enthusiasts and friends of Polish craftsmanship. Simply email the organiser at rafal.zduniak@alaudis.eu to express your interest in attending. Please note that places will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, so we encourage you to get in touch promptly. Don’t delay – contact us to secure your place at this unique event.

Inside the Skowronek – uncompromising craftsmanship in the making of the Alaudis grand piano

Creating the Alaudis Skowronek grand piano meant refusing to compromise on quality at any stage of design or assembly. Its makers set out to combine the traditional principles of their craft with the most rigorous acoustic analysis. Every structural component, from the substantial cast-iron frame to the smallest lever in the action, was optimised with resonance in mind. Go behind the scenes of the Alaudis project to discover the many months of meticulous research required to achieve the intended tonal balance. This instrument was created for musicians seeking a faithful partner capable of expressing the subtlest nuances of their playing.

Discover the craftsmanship and design features that set this instrument apart:

• Selected tonewood from the renowned Alpine forests of Val di Fiemme.
• A dependable concert grand action paired with the legendary hammers of Louis Renner.
• A precision keyboard made by the renowned German manufacturer Kluge Klaviaturen.
• A multilayer finish using premium lacquers from Italian master producers.

The foundations of tone – from Italian lacquers to Kluge keyboards

The Skowronek’s depth of tone and clarity of sound come from carefully selected materials supplied by some of Europe’s most respected manufacturers. The Kluge keyboard gives performers precise control over note repetition, a quality you will appreciate even in the most demanding passages. The hand-fitted action with Renner hammers allows the strings to respond instantly to the nuances of the pianist’s touch. The Italian lacquer finish lends the case an elegant lustre while protecting the wood from fluctuations in ambient conditions. Read about how the Alaudis grand piano develops its distinctive tonal identity to discover the art of voicing this instrument.

How will this Polish grand piano surprise the world’s leading pianists?

The new Polish grand piano surprises performers with the exceptional singing quality of its middle register and a powerful, crystal-clear bass free from unwanted booming. Musicians who have tested the prototypes highlight the remarkably smooth transitions between octaves, which make it easier to shape long, lyrical phrases. The instrument maintains exceptional tuning stability even under the demands of intensive concert use. It also offers a broad dynamic range, allowing an effortless transition from the softest pianissimo to a thunderous fortissimo. Visit the official website to explore the different Alaudis grand piano models and discover the wealth of tonal possibilities awaiting pianists.

SAP Renovation – restoring and creating musical masterpieces

At SAP Renovation, master craftsmanship goes hand in hand with a passion for perfection. Every day, our skilled specialists bring together expertise in fine woodworking, precision mechanics and acoustics. This has earned our Kalisz workshop a reputation as a trusted partner to pianists around the world. In our workshops, there is no place for haste or superficial work: the lasting quality and beauty of the finished instrument are what matter. The trust we have earned over the years is reflected in every detail of the meticulously crafted Alaudis grand piano.

Our journey – from restoring historic pianos to building our own instrument

The move from restoring the most demanding historic grand pianos to building a design of our own was a natural progression, made possible by many years of developing specialist expertise. Thousands of legendary instruments by makers such as Steinway, Bösendorfer and C. Bechstein have passed through our hands. Each historic piano, carefully dismantled, revealed to our technicians the secrets of past master piano makers. We decided to transform this accumulated knowledge into an entirely new project, bringing a fresh voice to European musical culture. Read more about the history, challenges and future of the Alaudis project.

Why are quality and patience the keys to an exceptional sound?

Creating a refined sound takes time, many months of seasoning the raw materials and extraordinary patience on the part of skilled piano tuners and voicing specialists. The tonewood must be stored under strictly controlled conditions to reach the optimum moisture content and withstand internal stresses. Rushing any stage of the process would undermine the care invested in constructing the instrument’s complex resonating body. Every string, agraffe and felt hammer undergoes rigorous manual testing before being fitted to the instrument. Only this uncompromising discipline in the workshop can produce a sound of such refinement, warmth and artistic depth.

By joining us for this event, you will become part of the living history of Polish craftsmanship as it proudly returns to the ranks of the world’s foremost instrument makers. Hearing the first notes of the Alaudis Skowronek together will be a joyful celebration of music, fidelity to tradition and human passion. We warmly invite you to Kalisz for an encounter with outstanding artists and a sound that will stir your senses. Please remember to reserve your place in advance to join fellow lovers of exquisite sound. We look forward to seeing you on 29 October in the university auditorium in Kalisz!