Testimonials
“Stretton Contemporary is a fascinating project that honors the timeless legacy of Antonio Stradivari, the celebrated maker of my ‘Archinto’, while pushing the boundaries of modern craftsmanship. It’s incredible to see innovation and tradition come together to inspire the next generation of musicians.”
Pablo Ferrández Violoncello
Pop-idol magnetism, superb technique and exhilarating musicality reveal a sure star in the making. Los Angeles Times
Pablo Ferrández is one of the most acclaimed cellists of his generation reviewed by the press. Sponsored by Anne-Sophie Mutter, he won the coveted Young Artist of the Year award at the International Classic Awards. At the Sommets Musicaux de Gstaad Festival, he was awarded the Edmond de Rothschild Prize, and the Verbier Festival honoured the young Spaniard with the Prix Nicolas Firmenich de Violoncelle. Pablo performs worldwide with top orchestras such as the London Philharmonic Orchestra, the Los Angeles Philharmonics, the Bavarian Radio Symphony Orchestra, and the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra. In 2021 he made his debut at the Filarmonica della Scala, with the Mozarteum Orchestra Salzburg and the Spanish National Orchestra, to highlight just a few highlights of his fast-paced career.
Pablo Ferrández plays a very fine violoncello by Antonio Stradivari, Cremona 1689, known as the “Archinto”, a generous loan by a member of the Stretton Society.