was created to promote the historical film “With Fire and Sword” directed by , and ultimately brought popularity also to the performers and permanently entered the history of Polish cinematography. Here is the story of its creation.
“Dumka” was to be sung by the film’s Helena. The duet was the label’s idea
An outstanding composer, Krzesimir Dębski, was responsible for creating the melody of “Dumka”, while the lyrical layer was written by a renowned lyricist, Jacek Cygan. Initially, it was planned that the song would be performed by the film’s Helena, i.e. , but the actress, overwhelmed by the number of responsibilities, did not take up the challenge. – This is where the record company stepped in and they insisted on the duo – music journalist Adam Halber. After considering all options, Mieczysław Szcześniak was finally involved in the project. It was a hit because they created a duo that has been loved by generations for over two decades. – To this day, when both of them sing it during a concert, emotions pulsate – he said.
They created a duo that was loved by generations. They couldn’t get along in the studio
Górniak and Szcześniak quickly found a common ground. Together they agreed on how the next verses were to sound, but working in the studio turned out to be quite a challenge, especially since they worked not only under time pressure, but also under enormous stress. Jacek Cygan recalled that when they sang separately, everything sounded flawless, but complications appeared during joint rehearsals. – When they are recorded together, it no longer sounds like they have too much energy that blows up the microphones – the artist.
Then, without revealing the reasons, it was decided to separate them for the duration of their work in the studio. So Gypsy took the singer to the buffet and during that time he recorded his part. – I know that it is difficult for an outsider to understand that a duet can be recorded separately, but it sometimes happens – said the musician. The idea, although controversial according to many, brought the desired effect, delighting the director, on whose opinion the fate of “Dumka” depended. – The most important thing was that when, after recording, the next day we met with Jerzy Hoffman and Mr. Michaluk, the film’s producer, Jerzy Hoffman opened his arms and said that he loved this song – recalled the lyricist in an interview for .
Source: Gazeta
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