
Barbara Malevsky
Professor of music at Swarthmore College, known for her research on Krystyna Żywulska's creative work during her imprisonment in Auschwitz.
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Jan 27, 2025 • 26min
Songs from Auschwitz
Barbara Malevsky, a music professor at Swarthmore College, delves into the poignant story of Krystyna Żywulska, a Jewish resistance member imprisoned in Auschwitz. Despite the horrors surrounding her, Żywulska used poetry and music as a form of resistance, creating songs that fostered hope among fellow inmates. The discussion highlights the profound power of her work, including the uplifting 'March of Freedom,' and explores how music became a vital lifeline for prisoners, emphasizing resilience amid despair.