Jonathan Aasgaard

Jonathan Aasgaard is a renowned Norwegian cellist celebrated for his versatility as a soloist, chamber musician, studio musician, orchestral principal, and explorer of new music. He was appointed Principal Cello of the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra in 1999 and has performed over 40 works for cello and orchestra with various orchestras. Aasgaard is also the principal cellist of the John Wilson Orchestra and frequently serves as a guest principal with leading British and European orchestras. His chamber music performances have taken him across Europe, the Middle East, Japan, South Korea, and the USA, collaborating with artists like Nigel Kennedy, Yo Yo Ma, and Martin Fröst. He has given numerous premieres, including the world premiere of Carl Davis' Ballade for cello and orchestra.

Jonathan Aasgaard studied at the Barratt-Due’s Institute in Oslo and later at the Guildhall School of Music & Drama under the late Prof. Leonard Stehn, where he won all the cello and chamber music prizes and was a Gold Medal finalist. His discography includes albums on AVIE Records, such as "From Jewish Life" with the RLPO and Gerard Schwarz, and music by Carl Davis for cello and orchestra with the Philharmonia. Aasgaard plays a cello by Celeste Farotti, crafted in Milan in 1926.

Genres

Classical

Contemporary Classical

Chamber Music

Norwegian Folk

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Latest Release

Bennett: Sonnets to Orpheus: II. Capriccioso

Richard Rodney Bennett•

Jonathan Aasgaard•

BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra•

John Wilson

Single - Released January 31, 2025