Violinist Dominika Dancewicz has been praised as “passionate and charismatic” and “transporting and thought provoking”. As an orchestra and ensemble musician she has performed on the world’s most prestigious concert stages including the Berlin Philharmonic, Concertgebouw in Amsterdam, Salle Pleyel in Paris, and Carnegie Hall in New York. Her recording credits include Deutsche Grammophon, Dux and Navona labels. An avid chamber musician, Dominika Dancewicz performed with ensembles across Europe, Asia and in the United States. She is the founding member of Axiom Quartet, The Polish Duo, and Duo Dramatique, an acclaimed violin and piano ensemble that performs extensively in Texas and beyond, and released two full-length albums. Her most recent release “Crossroads” (Navona label) has been selected for the first round of 2023 Grammy© voting. Ms. Dancewicz is a two-time recipient of the City of Houston “Let Creativity Happen” grant for her unique concert projects that connect ambitious music with impactful storytelling. Aside from performing in recitals, Ms.Dancewicz serves as the Concertmaster for the Opera in the Heights Orchestra in Houston. She is also a highly sought-after violin instructor and mentor. She is currently a Professor of Violin at the University of St. Thomas in Houston, and maintains a busy private studio. She holds Master’s degree from Rice University Shepherd School of Music.