Marek cares deeply about and has tremendous pride in his profession. Marek is making a wonderful contribution to the community that he has become part of and will continue to make a difference in the American musical landscape.

-- Yo-Yo Ma, Cellist

Mr. Szpakiewicz offers a valuable contribution to the classical music field as he possesses a unique style.

-- Lynn Harrell, Cellist

Marek’s experience as a successful concert cellist and keen insights into orchestra, especially into string instruments, are indispensable to my film scoring.

-- Jan A.P. Kaczmarek,
Oscar-winning film composer

I have heard his performance of my ‘Fancy On A Bach Air’, and can state without question that it is a brilliant and very special performance. I believe he will make a great contribution to the United States through his musicianship.

-- John Corigliano,
Pulitzer Prize-winning composer

His cello performance technique beyond the limit, his intensive commitment to music, his artistic integrity and charismatic personality are qualities that not only set a good example for fellow cellists to what is possible; these qualities also give people all over the world the opportunity to have their lives enriched by the phenomenal music that he creates through his performances.

-- Bobby McFerrin, Vocalist and Conductor