Biography
Cellists Leonard Disselhorst and Bryan Cheng formed the duo CelloFellos in 2020, united by a shared passion for pushing the boundaries of classical music. Following years of international experience as soloists and chamber musicians, they now explore a bold and colourful sound world together as a duo. Their programme Global Grooves features original arrangements that blend genres—from Romanian folk dances and Argentinian tango to ragtime, swing, and contemporary pop. With flair, virtuosity, and spontaneity, the CelloFellos create a musical journey that is as diverse as it is exhilarating.
The duo has appeared at leading festivals such as Heidelberger Frühling, Beethovenfest Bonn, and Lavaux Classic (Switzerland), and in venues including the Tonali Saal in Hamburg and the Kammermusiksaal of the Berlin Philharmonie.
Leonard Disselhorst
German cellist Leonard Disselhorst has performed widely as a soloist and chamber musician. A founding member of the vision string quartet, he studied with Jens Peter Maintz and the Artemis Quartet in Berlin. He appears regularly at festivals across Europe and has collaborated with artists including Jörg Widmann, Avi Avital, and Nils Mönkemeyer. His discography includes recordings for Warner Classics, one of which received an OPUS KLASSIK Award. Leonard plays a Gaetano Antoniazzi cello from 1892 and is supported by Thomastik-Infeld.
Bryan Cheng
Canadian cellist Bryan Cheng is acclaimed for his charismatic stage presence and artistic depth. A laureate of prestigious competitions including the Queen Elisabeth and Geneva International Music Competitions, he performs as a soloist with major orchestras and in recitals across Europe, North America, and Asia. In 2022, he was awarded the Prix Yves Paternot, the Verbier Festival Academy’s highest distinction, given to its most promising and accomplished young artist. His passion for diverse musical styles and inventive programming defines his artistic voice.
