American cellist Anita Graef has garnered acclaim as a musician of “superb artistry” (Pasadena
Now) who performs with “high energy and polish” (WQXR). She has appeared extensively
throughout North America and Europe in concerto, recital, and chamber music engagements,
establishing a remarkable artistic voice defined by her charismatic stage presence, versatility, and
infectious joy. Her notable performances include Carnegie Hall’s Weill Recital Hall, the Dame
Myra Hess Memorial Concert series, and Concerts from the Library of Congress, with features in
Strings Magazine and appearances on WQXR, WFMT, NPR and more.
Recent seasons have seen concerto debuts from Ms. Graef with the Louisville Orchestra, the
Arkansas Philharmonic, the Riverside Symphony, the Miami Valley Symphony and many others.
Upcoming recital and chamber music appearances include engagements throughout North
America and abroad.
Ms. Graef performs on a modern Italian cello by Ferdinando Garimberti, dated 1923.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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