Adam Matyszkowicz, born 18 August 1940 in Cieszyn Silesia, Hnojník, is a Polish‑Canadian jazz pianist and composer who began performing in local clubs in the late 1950s. He entered the recording scene with Unit (1973) and the live album Live Embers (1975), establishing his reputation in modern jazz. Subsequent releases-The Name Is Makowicz (1983), Swiss Encounter (1988), the Duke Ellington tribute Adam Makowicz Plays Duke Ellington (2000), and Songs for Manhattan (2003)-showcased his versatility. Collaborations include the duo record Adam Makowicz / George Mraz (1994) and the Carnegie Hall concert Makowicz vs Mozdzer at the Carnegie Hall (2004). Other projects such as Brillante – The Adam Makowicz Chopin Project (2011), Swinging Ivories (2018), and Welcome Back, Adam (2023) highlight his contributions in jazz. In 2025, he teamed up with Krzysztof Medyna on New York Flavors.
