Maya Beiser is a renowned cellist known for her avant-garde approach to both classical and contemporary music, blurring the lines between genres with her innovative interpretations and performances. Born to a musical family, Beiser's father was an Argentinean violinist, and she was raised on a kibbutz in Israel by her French mother. She pursued her music studies at Yale University before further honing her craft at the Juilliard School. Her boundless energy and creativity have established her as a trailblazer in the music world.

Beiser has consistently stretched the boundaries of cello music with her dynamic recordings and eclectic collaborations. Among her most recent projects is "InfInIte Bach," a deeply immersive interpretation of J.S. Bach's timeless Solo Cello Suites, where she explores each intricately composed movement, ranging from "Cello Suite no 6 in D major: Prélude" to "Cello Suite no 5 in C minor: Sarabande." Her talent for merging the classical with the contemporary is further displayed in works like "Maya Beiser x Philip Glass," where her intense artistry meets the minimalist musings of Glass, and in bold reimaginings such as "Ludwig van BadGuy," a fascinating meld of Beethoven's grandeur with the pop sensibilities of Billie Eilish. Beiser's chameleonic ability to adapt is also evidenced in her tributes to cultural icons, such as the evocative "Bowie Cello Symphonic: Blackstar," alongside striking renditions of "Life on Mars?" and "Ziggy Stardust," paying homage to the legendary David Bowie. Her album, "Maya Beiser: delugEON," continues this theme of synthesis and exploration. Beiser's work is a testament to her position at the vanguard of modern cello playing, where she perpetually invites listeners to experience the infinite possibilities of music.

Genres

Classical Cello

Modern Cello

Latest Release

Maya Beiser x Terry Riley: In C

Terry Riley•

Maya Beiser

Album - 10 Tracks - Released April 5, 2024