Guilhermina Suggia
Portuguese cellist and composer
Born
June 27th, 1885
140 years ago
Died
1950
75 years ago — 65 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Portugal
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A prominent cellist, gained recognition for performances throughout Europe and North America during the early 20th century. Studied under notable musicians and participated in various prestigious music festivals. Suggia was renowned for interpretations of classical and romantic repertoire, particularly works by composers such as Elgar and Saint-Saëns. She collaborated with leading orchestras and conducted masterclasses to inspire the next generation of musicians.
Performed Elgar's Cello Concerto with orchestras
Played alongside conductors like Sir Edward Elgar
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