Asier Polo facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Asier Polo Bilbao
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Asier Polo, 2020
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| Origin | Bilbao, Spain |
| Genres | Chamber music |
| Instruments | Cello |
Asier Polo is a famous cellist from Spain. He is known for his amazing performances around the world. He has played with many top orchestras and conductors.
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Asier Polo's Musical Journey
Early Life and Training
Asier Polo was born in Bilbao, Spain. He started learning the cello there with Professor Elisa Pascu. He was very talented from a young age.
In 1987 and 1989, he won first prizes. These were for cello and chamber music in a national competition for young musicians. After that, he continued his studies at important music schools. He studied at the Reina Sofía School of Music in Madrid. He also learned from great teachers like Maria Kliegel and Ivan Monighetti.
Asier Polo also took special classes with famous cellists. These included Natalia Gutman and Mstislav Rostropovich. He also studied chamber music with members of the Amadeus Quartet.
Performing Around the World
Since his studies, Asier Polo has performed a lot. He has played as a solo artist and in recitals. His concerts have taken him across Europe, Asia, and America. He performed with the singer Alfredo Kraus in many famous places. These included Covent Garden in London and the Musikverein in Vienna.
He has toured South America with the Spanish National Orchestra. He has also played with many other orchestras. These include the Israel Philharmonic and the Prague Chamber Orchestra. He has worked with well-known conductors like Christian Badea. In 2006, he performed at Carnegie Hall in New York City.
Asier Polo often plays with the pianist Marta Zabaleta. Several Spanish composers have written music especially for him. These include Gabriel Erkoreka and Luis de Pablo.
His Special Cello and Teaching
Asier Polo plays a very old and special cello. It was made in 1689 by Francesco Rugieri in Cremona. This instrument helps him create beautiful music.
Today, Asier Polo also teaches music. He shares his knowledge at the Centro Superior de Música del País Vasco-Musikene. He also teaches at the Conservatorio della Svizzera Italiana.
Recordings
Asier Polo has made many recordings. His music can be found on labels like Claves Records and Naxos Records. He has also recorded for radio and TV. His performances have been broadcast in Spain, Germany, and Japan.
See also
In Spanish: Asier Polo para niños
