Having heard Szymanowski, one of Poland's most influential names in classical music, as a child, the affinity between the young pianist and the Romantic composer is very pronounced. On the 1st of February, 2012 Deutsche Grammophon released Blechacz's recordings of Debussy and Szymanowski
Critics have praised his luminous interpretations, which carry a balanced blend of lucidity and virtuosity. The pianist has referred to Debussy as an Impressionist that draws his virtues from Classicism and allowed them to evolve into a distinct and iridescent musical vision. Placed alongside the poetic, existential compositions of Karol Szymanowski, the collection is a visceral, intuitive emotional one, full of nostalgia. Having heard Szymanowski, one of Poland's most influential names in classical music, as a child, the affinity between the young pianist and the Romantic composer is very pronounced.