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Paul Tortelier

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French cellist and composer (1914–1990)

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Type
Person
Country
FR
Active from
1914-03-21
Active to
1990-12-18

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Paul Tortelier (March 21, 1914 - December 18, 1990) was a French cellist and composer. His compositions include a concerto for two cellos and orchestra (1950), a solo cello suite in D, and a sonata for cello and piano. He also wrote a set of variations for cello and orchestra ( 'May Music Save Peace' ). He also wrote a symphony, the Israel Symphony, after his experience of living in the kibbutz. Tortelier was born in Paris, the son of a cabinet maker with Breton roots. <a href="https://www.las

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Instance of
human
Given name
Paul
Gender
male
Citizenship
France
Place of birth
Paris
Place of death
Chaussy
Languages spoken
French
Student of
Gérard Hekking
Instrument
cello
Image
Tortelier Harcourt 1948.jpg
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date of birth
1914-03-21
date of death
1990-12-18
name in native language
Paul Tortelier
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