Patrick Demenga

Patrick Demenga is a highly respected Swiss cellist known for his impressive technical skills and deep musicality. He's built a career performing a wide range of repertoire, from the classical standards to contemporary works, and has collaborated with numerous renowned musicians and orchestras. Demenga is a dedicated champion of new music, frequently premiering and recording pieces by contemporary composers, as evidenced by his recordings of works by Alexander Knaifel. He's also a sought-after teacher and has influenced generations of cellists.

Beyond his solo performances, Demenga is a passionate chamber musician, regularly performing and recording in various ensembles, including cello duos as seen in his release "Cello Duets." His discography is extensive and reflects his diverse interests, featuring recordings of standard concertos like the Mendelssohn Violin Concerto (likely in a version with cello instead of violin as the solo instrument), chamber works like Mendelssohn's piano trios, and more unusual fare like Knaifel's "Chapter Eight" and "Lux aeterna." His involvement in the "12 Hommages à Paul Sacher pour Violoncelle" further highlights his commitment to contemporary music and his standing within the musical community.

Genres

Experimental

Classical

Contemporary Classical

Avant-garde

Chamber Music

Crossover Classical

Orchestral Music

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Latest Release

Alexander Knaifel: Chapter Eight

Alexander Knaifel•

Patrick Demenga•

State Choir Latvija•

Riga Cathedral Boys Choir•

Youth Choir Kamēr•

Andres Mustonen

Single - Released March 14, 2025