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The PWM Edition Magazine, a quarterly publication of the Polish Music Publishing House, focuses on short musical forms in its second issue of 2014. The editor-in-chief, Daniel Cichy, emphasizes the importance of conciseness in music, citing the saying "zwięzłość jest siostrą talentu" (conciseness is the sister of talent). The magazine features articles on various composers, including Józef Świder, who passed away on May 22, 2014, and was known for his choral music.

The issue includes a section on inspirations, with an interview with Joanna Wnuk-Nazarowa, and a section on news, featuring conversations with Jan Henryk Botor and Wojciech Kałamarz. There is also a section on announcements, with a conversation with Eugeniusz Knapik, and a concert calendar.

The magazine reviews concerts, including the Musica Polonica Nova festival, and features a section on new publications. The editor-in-chief notes that the magazine aims to highlight little-known but valuable works of Polish composers.

The issue also touches on the topic of lakoniczność (laconicism) in music, which refers to the ability to express a musical truth in a concise and intriguing way. The editor-in-chief cites examples of composers who have mastered this technique, including Handel, Verdi, and Mahler.

Overall, the magazine provides a comprehensive overview of the Polish music scene, with a focus on short musical forms and the importance of conciseness in music.