Cieszykowski, Leon A., B.A.
Teacher of Music and Choir Master. Born Oct. 12, 1888 in Poland; son of Anthony and Lucy Chmielewski-Cieszkowski. Education: Institute of Music, Warsaw, Poland; Chicago Musical College, 1932 degree of Bachelor of Music. Since 1912 engaged in Chicago as organist, choir master and teacher of music. Musical director of the "Wisla," "Kalina," and "Harfa" choirs. Former general director of the Polish Singers' Alliance of the State of Illinois. General Director of the Polish National United Choirs.

From: "Who's Who in Polish America" by Rev. Francis Bolek, Editor-in-Chief; Harbinger House, New York, 1943