Gautier Capucon

Cellist

Birthday September 3, 1981

Birth Sign Virgo

Birthplace France

Age 43 years old

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About

Acclaimed and decorated French cellist who was named New Talent of the Year by Victoires de la Musique in 2011. He is a recipient of the International Andre Navarra Prize and a Borletti-Buitoni Trust Award.

Before Fame

He studied at the Conservatoire National Superieur in Paris after first beginning to play the cello when he was just 5 years old.

Trivia

He is a regular soloist with major orchestras worldwide and is a regular recital and chamber musician as well. He records exclusively for Virgin Classics.

Family Life

He was born in Chambery, France.

Associated With

He is a favorite of renowned conductor Valery Gergiev.