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The article present the life and career of a Polish composer Andrzej Panufnik, one of the most distinguished European musical artists of the second half of the XX century. Starting with his childhood, through musical education, activity during the Second World War, immigration to the UK and post-war career, the authors owers a comprehensive biography of Andrzej Panufnik. Moreover, the article describes the composer’s musical inspirations, his activity within the regime of People’s Republic of Poland and his career in a newly-adopted country – England. e author discusses the composer’s patriotic activity by analysing his musical oeuvre. Finally, Panufnik’s major achievements and awards are itemised to show what an accomplished and honoured composer he was.