The Seventh Cellist

Rudolf Weinsheimer, a prominent cellist with the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra for four decades, is celebrated for founding the Ensemble of the 12 Cellists. His leadership extended to organizing international tours and fostering collaborations with esteemed composers such as Boris Blacher, Arvo Pärt, and Iannis Xenakis, encouraging them to create new works for the ensemble. This highlights his significant influence in both performance and contemporary music composition.