András Weber, cello

ANDRAS WEBER, received his musical training in Budapest, Hungary. His mentor, Janos Starker, has been a major influence in his work. He has been principal cellist with orchestras in Hungary, Mexico City and Canda. Has given concerts in North America, Europe, and Korea. He was the winner of DEBUT in Montreal where The Gazette called him a “generously gifted” musician who plays with a “nicely colored and singing tone.” Mr. Weber has recorded in Hungary and Canada. Mr. Weber was the founding member and artistic director of the Toronto series ‘Music Alive!’ and teaches at the Royal Conservatory of Music. Currently he is principal cello of Sinfonia Toronto and Canadian Sinfonietta chamber orchestras. He has performed and premiered concertos with many orchestras around the world. Mr. Weber has toured in Hungary, appearing in recitals and chamber music ensembles and giving master classes. During the summers he often performs in Ottawa, Montreal and Quebec City in chamber music festivals.