Looking for the perfect cello performance to bring elegance and warmth to your next event in Boston, Massachusetts? From weddings and private parties to concert halls and educational programs, the city is home to an incredible community of cellists whose artistry elevates every occasion. Whether you want classical depth, contemporary flair, or versatile ensemble music, these Boston-based cellists will make your celebration truly unforgettable.
Here are seven of the most talented cellists you can book in Boston today:
Thomas Lim
Applauded for his “warm tone and powerful musical interpretations,” Cellist Thomas Lim (b. 2001) frequently brings his performances to audiences across the world in North America, Europe, and Asia. Making his solo debut at the age of 16, Thomas has given acclaimed performances of the Prokofiev, Tchaikovsky, and Haydn concertos with orchestra. Named a National YoungArts Foundation Winner in 2019, Thomas is the recipient of numerous awards including prizes at competitions including the Juilliard Concerto Competition, Columbia University Orchestra Concerto Competition, New York International Artists Association Cello Competition, MTAC VOCE Competition, Korea Times Music Competition, Montgomery Symphony Orchestra Blount-Slawson Young Artists’ Competition, the Lewisville Lake Symphony Orchestra Concerto Competition, and the Coeur d’Alene Concerto Competition.
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Allison Yoshie Eldredge
Cellist Allison Eldredge, a recipient of the coveted Avery Fisher Career Grant and Musical America’s “Young Artist of the Year”, has played widely nationally and internationally, from London to Moscow to China and Berlin. She has been called “a cellist afraid of nothing” (Chicago Times) with “virtuosity wholly at the service of the music” (American Fanfare). She gained national attention when Daniel Barenboim invited her to give the first performance of the Elgar concerto which he conducted years after the death of his wife, the celebrated cellist Jacqueline Du Pre.
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David Russell
Hailed as “superb”, “incisive” and “sonorous and panoramic” (Boston Globe), David Russell maintains a vigorous schedule both as soloist and as collaborator in the U.S. and Europe. He was appointed to the teaching faculty of Wellesley College in 2005 and currently serves as Lecturer and Director of Chamber Music. He has served as Principal cello of the orchestras of Odyssey Opera and Opera Boston since 2010 and performs regularly with many ensembles based in New England such as Cantata Singers and Ensemble, the Worcester Chamber Music Society and Emmanuel Music.
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Daniel Chouinard
Daniel Chouinard, based in Boston, is the antithesis of the stereotypical string musician. He is an accomplished improviser in several styles, learns by ear, and blends in with any type of ensemble—all while maintaining strong technical and sight-reading abilities.
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Adam Broce
Adam Broce is a recent graduate of the University of Oregon School of Music and Dance where he was a student of renowned pedagogue, Steven Pologe. There, he earned a Bachelors of Music in Cello Performance (Summa Cum Laude) and the award for Outstanding Undergraduate Performer in the Strings. A recipient of the John Stark Evans and the Fulton Family Scholarships at the University of Oregon, Adam is a respected up-and-coming musician. Based in Boston, MA — he is currently studying at the Boston Conservatory at Berklee with respected pedagogue and performer, Rhonda Rider.
Leo Eguchi
Boston-based cellist Leo Eguchi, has been described as “copiously skilled and confident” (New York Times) with performances that were “ravishing” (New Bedford Standard-Times) and “played with passion and vitality” (Boston Music Intellegencer).
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Ariana Falk
Cellist Ariana Falk has appeared around the world as a multi-faceted musician committed to bringing passionate, innovative performance to the stage. As a recitalist and chamber musician, she has appeared at Carnegie Hall, Jordan Hall, Mechanics Hall, Sprague Hall at Yale, the Kennedy Center, and the Chapel Royal series in Brighton, U.K. She has also appeared a guest artist on the Marlboro College and Longy School of Music Faculty Artist series, live on WGBH Boston and WVPR, and at the Al Kamandjati Festival in Ramallah and Jerusalem.
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Final Thoughts
From world-class symphony players to inspiring teachers and vibrant ensembles, Boston’s cellists bring a wide spectrum of talent to private events. Whether you’re planning a wedding, corporate gathering, or intimate celebration, these seven outstanding cellists ensure your special occasion resonates with beauty, depth, and unforgettable music.