Urszula Fryzka, a singer nominated for Charismatic Woman shares her story of consistent artistic journey, talent and constant pursuit of growth.
She was born in Kalisz and spent her childhood with grandmother in Sompolno. As a little girl, she wanted to become a ‘singing fairy’ – someone who makes people smile. Music has been her life companion from the very beginning – on the one hand, she owes it to the family artistic roots, and on the other – to her own dreams and hard work.
Although she learned mathematics and IT at secondary school and even studied pedagogy for a short time in Kalisz, her heart chose singing and stage.
– When the student’s ready, a teacher occurs – emphasises the artist, recalling all who stood in her way, including Jacek Krzaklewski, a guitarist and member of the Perfect band, who initiated her audition with future singing teachers, prof. Danuta Paziuk and Marzena Wojak.
She continued talent progression at the Anna German Music School in Białystok. She immediately enrolled in the second level of education and developed her stage, acting and dancing skills.
18 years ago, she met her husband, a guitarist, Jurek Styczyński, whom she not only makes a family with but also musical projects.
The story of their relationship started in a unique and emotional way. Ula Fryzka recalls:
– I gave him my recording and spent three days in tremendous stress. I was afraid he wouldn’t like it and say it wasn’t for him. I waited and waited and waited… Finally, he called and said there’s no need to lie, because the recording was great. It was a huge relief – and the beginning of our journey together, including music.
From the very beginning, she was involved in performances, giving concerts almost every day. She was the vocalist of the Chmury band, the songs of which were broadcast on Polskie Radio. She collaborated with further artists, including such bands as Golden Life and Big Cyc.
She’s a winner of numerous awards at festivals and competitions, including Festiwal Twórców Piosenki Polskiej or Polish Karaoke Championships.
Meeting Krzesimir Dębski – an artistic breakthrough
One of the most important moments in her career was collaboration with the outstanding composer and conductor, Krzesimir Dębski. It all began during the pandemic – a difficult period for musicians. Krzesimir Dębski’s manager suggested that she perform in a chamber trio with her husband, Jurek Styczyński. The project turned out to be the beginning of something much bigger.
Since then, she’s been appearing in concerts accompanied by an orchestra conducted by Krzesimir Dębski, among others performing film music.
– It’s a great honour and an extraordinary experience for me. Choir singing prepared me for working with an orchestra, but here everything took on a different dimension. Krzesimir is an extraordinary person – supportive, warm, charismatic, and he approaches everyone individually – emphasises the singer.
A concert in the auditorium of the University of Poznań, during which she performed on stage alongside Mieczysław Szcześniak and Kasia Wilk, was a unique experience. Among other songs, she performed a track from the Stara Baśń movie – and, as she admits, it was one of the most emotional moments in her career so far.
Music as a space of freedom
Currently, Ula Fryzka works with the band named Przekora, performing rock interpretations of the Maanam songs. It’s a project full of energy and closeness – the musicians from Opole form a well-coordinated team, working, playing and relaxing together.
Simultaneously, she performs in other projects: Made in Warsaw, in an acoustic trio with her husband and Wojtek Hoffman (Turbo), in a duo with Grzegorz Babisz, founder of the 230 volt band, where they play various genres of music, to name a few.
– We listen to expectations of our audience and give them music they want to hear – emphasises the artist.
She doesn’t limit herself to one style. From powerful rock sounds, through pop, to lyrical songs – her voice suits various forms.
– I don’t treat music as a career, but as my growth. When on stage, I relax and let my energy flow – she adds.
Her repertoire includes covers of the greatest artists, but also her own recordings, including (To Takie) Proste, recorded with Made in Warsaw. The artist is currently working on new studio material, consistently building her own musical world.
A charismatic woman – in life and on stage
The artist makes no secret of the fact that she’s a person with enormous energy.
– I have Asperger’s – the diagnosis made my life fall into place. Music has become a channel for expressing emotions, the most important one – she says openly.
Always on time, reliable, passionate and professional – these are qualities confirmed by her colleagues. She puts her whole heart into performances and treats each and every concert as a meeting with the audience. Her motto is: Nothing is impossible, there are only people who are unwilling.
A future full of plans
The coming months will be intense for the artist. Further performances with the band, an important event she’s once again partaking as a co-organiser. Purple Day – Poland’s largest event, dedicated to the work of Deep Purple will take place on October 19, in Warsaw. For Urszula, this is not only an honour, but also proof that consistency and love for music lead to big stages and projects.
Katrzyna Raszka
