Jean-Guihen Queyras

Jean-Guihen Queyras is a renowned French cellist whose journey began in Montreal, Canada, before moving to Algeria and eventually settling in France. Born in 1967, Queyras has carved out a distinguished career marked by versatility and a deep dedication to his craft. His repertoire spans a wide range of classical and chamber music, with a particular affinity for the works of Bach and Schumann. Queyras is not just a performer but also an educator, serving as a professor at the Musikhochschule Freiburg since 2011, and a cultural leader, co-directing the Rencontres Musicales de Haute-Provence. His artistic prowess was recognized with the prestigious Glenn Gould Protégé Prize in 2002. Whether collaborating with esteemed musicians like Alexander Melnikov and Isabelle Faust or exploring the depths of solo cello suites, Queyras' performances are characterized by curiosity, diversity, and an unwavering commitment to the music.