Described as “an orchestra within the orchestra,” the 12 Cellists of the Berlin Philharmonic—founded in 1972 within one of the world’s most prestigious classical music institutions—have won acclaim all over the globe. The spark was ignited during the preparation of Hymnus for twelve cellos by German composer Julius Klengel.
From that production, members of the Berlin Philharmonic drew the inspiration and confidence to form a “single-instrument” ensemble, which soon gained a substantial international following.
Widely regarded as musical ambassadors of the city of Berlin, the group has performed—before reaching the Dolomites—for such prominent figures as the President of the United States and the Emperor of Japan. Their repertoire is remarkably diverse, blending seriousness and lightness in an irresistible mix, ranging from Bach to Glenn Miller, from Fauré to Astor Piazzolla, from José Carli to Duke Ellington.
Audiences are consistently amazed by the versatility of this all-cello ensemble, which moves with ease through the world of classical music while also exploring popular music in its broadest sense—with the grace and respect needed to preserve its essence while bringing out its freshness.
