SMAK: The Jonasz Kofta Festival for Young Songwriters and Composers in Myślibórz

We invite you to participate in the 45th Jonasz Kofta National Meeting of Young Songwriters and Composers “SMAK” in Myślibórz on October 8–10, 2026. We are now accepting applications from artists, composers, lyricists, and performers!!!! We are incredibly excited that, for the 45th time, we will have the pleasure of meeting you at the iconic “SMAK” in Myślibórz. It is always with great joy that we welcome to the Myślibórz Cultural Center both the young and those who are a bit older but still young at heart—composers, lyricists, musicians, and vocalists. It is thanks to you that Polish singer-songwriter music still has its place in our country’s cultural and entertainment landscape. It is here, in Myślibórz, that we can come together to “savour” poetic lyrics and the delicate sounds of the guitar and piano, as well as enjoy creative encounters with people who share a similar sensibility and worldview. As is tradition, we will present the “Rungs to a Career” Awards: “Ebony Rung to a Career” – 5,000 PLN “Oak Career Step” – 4,000 PLN “Pine Career Step” – 3,000 PLN The SAWP Award – 1,000 euros, for the best performer The Janusz Kondratowicz Special Award – 3,000 PLN, for the author of the best lyrics The Amber Skubik Award—2,000 PLN, for the most distinctive personality at SMAK The Award from the Mayor of Myślibórz and the Director of the Myślibórz Cultural Center—1,145 PLN This year, workshops and consultations on improving creative and performance skills will be led by: Justyna Holm, Wanda Kwietniewska, Kuba Sienkiewicz, Łukasz Drapała, Wojciech Byrski, and Krzysztof Antkowiak. We have also invited the following to serve on the jury: Beata Molak-Bychawska, Krzysztof Heering, and Leszek Szopa. Szymon Jachimek will serve as the emcee. The following artists will perform in concerts and recitals: - Mateusz Ziółko - Kuba Sienkiewicz - “Friends Under the Awning” Concert, or… A Few Spices for SMAK Dear Participant: “SMAK” is waiting for YOU! The registration form and rules are available on the event’s Facebook page. See you in October.