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March 19, 1991 in Madrid, Spain

 

Pablo Ferrández is a Spanish cellist who has gained international recognition for his virtuosic performances and musical sensitivity. Born on January 22, 1991, in Madrid, Spain, Ferrández began playing the cello at the age of three. His parents, both professional musicians, recognized his talent early on and encouraged him to pursue a career in music. Ferrández studied at the Reina Sofía School of Music in Madrid, where he was mentored by renowned cellist Natalia Shakhovskaya. He also studied with Frans Helmerson at the Kronberg Academy in Germany and with Heinrich Schiff at the University of Music and Performing Arts in Vienna. Ferrández made his debut as a soloist with the Madrid Symphony Orchestra at the age of 13, and since then has performed with many of the world's leading orchestras, including the London Philharmonic Orchestra, the Munich Philharmonic, the Tokyo Symphony Orchestra, and the Los Angeles Philharmonic. He has also collaborated with conductors such as Gustavo Dudamel, Valery Gergiev, and Zubin Mehta. One of Ferrández's most notable performances was his debut at the BBC Proms in 2016, where he performed the Elgar Cello Concerto with the BBC Philharmonic Orchestra. The performance was widely praised by critics, with The Guardian describing Ferrández's playing as "mesmerizing" and "utterly compelling." Ferrández has also won numerous awards and competitions throughout his career. In 2015, he won first prize at the International Tchaikovsky Competition for Young Musicians, and in 2016 he was awarded the prestigious Princess of Asturias Award for the Arts, becoming the youngest ever recipient of the award. In addition to his solo career, Ferrández is also an active chamber musician. He has performed with pianist Daniel Barenboim, violinist Pinchas Zukerman, and the Jerusalem Quartet, among others. He is a member of the Trio Arriaga, which he founded with violinist Ioana Cristina Goicea and pianist Daniel del Pino. Ferrández is known for his passionate and expressive playing, as well as his commitment to promoting classical music to a wider audience. He has given masterclasses and workshops in Spain, Japan, and the United States, and has also collaborated with the Spanish National Orchestra on educational projects. In addition to his performing career, Ferrández is also a composer and arranger. He has written several works for cello and piano, as well as arrangements of popular songs and film music. Ferrández plays on a 1696 Matteo Goffriller cello, which is on loan to him from the Nippon Music Foundation. He is also a Yamaha artist, and plays on a Yamaha SVC-210 electric cello for some of his performances. In conclusion, Pablo Ferrández is a talented and accomplished cellist who has made a significant impact on the classical music world. His virtuosic playing and musical sensitivity have earned him critical acclaim and numerous awards, and his commitment to promoting classical music to a wider audience is admirable. With his passion and dedication, Ferrández is sure to continue making a significant contribution to the world of classical music for many years to come.

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