More than six years have passed since his death. The artist began his musical career in the 1960s. The well-known singer was born in Krakow, but his family came from the Silesian Voivodeship. Józef Wodecki, Zbigniew’s father, was the first trumpet player in the Great Polish Radio Symphony Orchestra, while his sister, who still lives in Katowice, played at the Gliwice Opera.
Katowice. A new mural with the likeness of Zbigniew Wodecki welcomes visitors
It was the capital of Upper Silesia that decided to commemorate Zbigniew Wodecki with a new mural. In August, 10 years have passed since the musician’s performance at the OFF Festival in Katowice. It was then that the artist, together with the Mitch & Mitch group, played the entire album “1976: A Space Odyssey”.
On September 5, a unique work was unveiled at Tylna Mariacka Street at Francuska street. On the mural we see a smiling artist and his lush hair, into which important symbols are woven. From Wodecki’s hair emerges a microphone, trumpet, violin, keyboards, and even Maja the Bee, the heroine of one of his greatest hits. The work was created with the support of the Foundation for Zbigniew Wodecki, SAWP Association and Energo-Complex.
Zbigniew Wodecki on a mural in Katowice Poland Press/East News
The authors of the work are the Czary-Mury duo, i.e. Marek Grela and Marta Piróg, who chose the place to place the project on purpose. “We were looking for a place in Katowice that would be worthy of commemorating Zbigniew Wodecki. We chose Tylna Mariacka, which is located in the very center of the city – near the Silesian Theater and the current seat of NOSPR,” quotes the duo Dziennik Zachodni. Thanks to this location, the mural is perfectly visible to tourists arriving at the first platform in Katowice.
Murals encourage you to explore new places and their history
The likeness of Wodecki is another work that appeared on buildings in Katowice. Marcin Krupa, the mayor of the city, told the portal why the city values street art. “In Katowice, we have several interesting trails: murals, neon signs, modern and Silesian Blues. As in previous years, free guided walks are held during the holidays, which allow you to get to know the places on these trails, as well as their history. not only to promote, but also to develop.
Source: Gazeta
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