Christine Walevska

Christine Walevska (born March 8, 1945, Los Angeles) is an American classical cellist. She is known for her numerous recordings with Philips Records and performing concerts worldwide. In 1975, she became the first concert musician to perform in Cuba under the regime of Fidel Castro.[1] The music critic Antonio Hernandez of the Brazilian newspaper O Globo referred to Walevska as the "goddess of the cello," a moniker to which she has often since been referred.[2][3]

Christine Walevska
Born (1945-03-08) 8 March 1945
Los Angeles
GenresClassical
Occupation(s)cellist, pedagogue
InstrumentsCello
Years active1960's to present
Labels

References
  1. Triplett, Gene (28 February 1983). "Renowned Concert Cellist Breaks 'Dowdy' Stereotype". The Oklahoman. Retrieved 13 January 2016.
  2. Janof, Tim (8 February 2009). "Conversation with Christine Walevska". Internet Cello Society. Retrieved 13 January 2016.
  3. Fusilli, Jim (9 January 2013). "Melancholy Baby". The Wall Street Journal. Retrieved 13 January 2016.
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