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Christoph Richter is a distinguished cellist and chamber musician whose artistry has enriched concert stages and recording catalogs worldwide. Born in 1957 in Bonn, Germany, Richter rose to prominence as the principal cellist of the NDR Sinfonieorchester from 1981 to 1988. He is a pivotal figure in contemporary chamber music, co-founding the Cherubini Quartet and performing regularly with a roster of legendary collaborators. This page offers a concise biography, highlights from his discography, and information on his teaching roles and ongoing influence in the classical music scene.

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While public solo tour dates for 2025 are not listed on official channels, Richter remains an active performer and educator. He continues to contribute to masterclasses, residencies, and collaborative performances with top-tier ensembles and artists. For fans seeking updates, we recommend following his official channels for announcements and upcoming appearances.

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  • Born 1957 in Bonn, Germany; later principal cellist of the NDR Sinfonieorchester (1981–1988).
  • Prominent chamber musician; co-founded the Cherubini Quartet and performs regularly with András Schiff, Isabelle Faust, Dénes Várjon and others.
  • Prizewinner at the Geneva International Music Competition and the Rostropovich Competition in Paris (1986); awarded the City of Paris prize for Penderecki’s Per Slava for cello solo.
  • Discography highlights include Romancendres (ECM, 2009), Mozart Divertimento in E-flat major KV 563 (Naxos, 2011), Brahms String Sextet No. 2 in G major, Op. 36 (Harmonia Mundi, 2011), Klengel: Cello Concertos Nos. 1 & 4 (CPO, 2001).
  • Professor of cello at Folkwang University of the Arts (Essen) and the Royal Academy of Music (London).

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Christoph Richter Discography

  • Mozart: Divertimento in E-flat major, KV563
    2011 · Naxos
  • Johannes Brahms: String Sextet No. 2 in G major, Op. 36
    2011 · Harmonia Mundi
  • Heinz Holliger / Clara Schumann: Romancendres
    2009 · ECM Records
  • Klengel: Cello Concertos Nos. 1 & 4
    2001 · CPO

While public solo tour dates for 2025 are not listed on official channels, Richter remains an active performer and educator. He continues to contribute to masterclasses, residencies, and collaborative performances with top-tier ensembles and artists. For fans seeking updates, we recommend following his official channels for announcements and upcoming appearances.

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