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Brian Yoon

cello

Brian Yoon

Cellist Brian Yoon has been described by CBC Music as “Canada’s next cello superstar.”  Since winning First Prize at the 35th Eckhardt-Gramatté Competition, he has performed across Canada, with repertoire ranging from Bach and Beethoven to Shostakovich and Metallica.  Currently the Principal Cello of the Victoria Symphony, he has also served as guest principal with the National Arts Centre Orchestra and assistant principal with the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra.  Brian has been generously supported by the BC Arts Council, the Canada Council for the Arts, and the Sylva Gelber Music Foundation.

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