Top Cellists for hire
These acclaimed cellists have written, recorded, and performed on soundtracks and hit songs. Find your ideal session cello player today.
•• Zagreb Philharmonic Cellist •• Minimalistic, Ambient, Atmospheric, Cinematic, Neo-Classical •••••• Welcome to my cello world! I bring the captivating sounds of the cello to your compositions. Whether you’re seeking a powerful cello solo or the calm, light texture of the cello, I’m here to infuse your music with emotion and depth.
Over the past 8 years he has recorded and toured with Regina Spektor, Flora Cash, Judy Collins, Don McLean and Interpol's Paul Banks, appearing on their most recent albums and concert broadcasts from around the world. Yoed Nir appears on more than 3000 albums worldwide as a cellist and/or arranger.
Grammy® Nominated Cellist •Sessions & Live : Esperanza Spalding, Zhu, Michael Bublé, Halsey, Sigur Ros, Skywalker Sound ... •Netflix movie soundtracks •Master's Degree in Cello Performance
Hello! I'm a Nashville-based session and touring cellist. I've most recently played with Copeland, Gungor, Needtobreathe, and a host of indie singers and songwriters. While I love enhancing other people's music, I'm also passionate about writing, composing, and producing my own music too.
Emotive, creative and dynamic cellist. From touring with Liam Gallagher to improvising with Indian musicians; performing with Smokey Robinson to recording film soundtracks. Liz has a vast array of experience as a session musician and can both expertly record composed cello lines as well as improvise to add an extra layer of emotion to a track.
Argentine professional cellist, with more than 14 years of musical training. I graduated in Chamber Music at the Lanús National University (UNLa). Experienced in orchestra, chamber music, string arrangement, and soloist performance; presenting myself at many national and international festivals.
Leave it to me to compose and record professional strings for your music. I compose and record cello, violin, viola and bass. I have recorded and composed for Volkswagon, Discovery channel, Vulfpeck, Benny Friedman, and Sam Tsui. I have also recorded in Billy Joel's personal studio.
Pro cello recordings to elevate your music, with 25+ years in cinema and albums, professional-grade studio gear.
Whether it's soaring or subdued, intimate or intense, I will record the emotional string arrangement that your song needs to come alive.
I've played for many greats, like J. Fraites of the Lumineers, Natalie Merchant, Brad Mehldau- including his Grammy-winning Best Album Finding Gabriel, for which I also hired the other strings. I recorded remotely for the Bafta-winning Best Score of Mood on BBC. I arrange, produce and mix with the aim of taking your music to its highest potential.
Broadway & indie musician 15+ years of playing & writing. Can work with or w/o charts to deliver the best strings sound for your song. I focus on vibe, intonation, timing, and energy to bring your vision to life and amplify your music.
Hey guys! My name is Vesi, I am an international Cello Performer/Recording artist with more than 10 years experience behind me! Masters Degree in Classical Cello and over 15 Million views on my YouTube Channel full with Pop Covers, I am ready to fit in and enrich your Pop tracks / Movie soundtrack or anything else you might need with my sound!
I am a professional cellist living in Scotland and working throughout Europe.
Mult-Instrumentalist, Composer, and Producer with ample experience in both popular and academic music. I am proficient in violin, viola, cello, double bass, flute, piano, guitar and ethnic instruments such as sitar, esraj and dilruba... you name it! 5 International Film Festivals Awards for "Best Original Score" for the Feature Film "AXIOMAS".
Hi! I'm cellist with the GRAMMY-nominated PUBLIQuartet. My credits include albums by Vampire Weekend, Bjork, Rostam, RAC, and Becca Stevens. I've arranged strings for Debbie Harry (Blondie) and have performed on the stages of SNL, Jimmy Fallon, Jimmy Kimmel, Conan, Governor's Ball, and Carnegie Hall.
Hello! I'm Volodymyr, an accomplished cellist and arranger from Ukraine. I currently working as a cellist in the L'viv Opera Studio Orchestra and Luhansk Philharmonic Orchestra (based in L`viv). Additionally, I'm the founder and a member of the instrumental rock band ROCKOKO since 2012.
I am a dedicated session cellist who would love to add layers of rich cello sound to your track. I toured extensively with producer Giorgio Moroder. I have a variety of recording experience, from traditionally classical, to pop, disco, afrobeat & folk. I can improvise and write parts for your songs and I'll find the sound right for you.
Mellow and moving cello lines for your song or track.
I'll record the cello line you want for your song. I can also help you write it, write a string arrangement, or compose the parts you need.
Touring electric cellist and composer for films and games. 2021 TEDx Talk performer. Film and game soundtracks with original compositions featured at Filmpalooza, the 48 Hour Film Festival, and the Indie Short Film Series.
Cellist, arranger, and composer. I will record your written cello lines or create new ones from scratch!
I can write and record stunning cello parts to elevate your song to the next level, or score out a full string quartet arrangement. Classically trained, with a masters degree from the Royal Northern College of Music, I have extensive experience collaborating with artists and a strong creative instinct for adding exactly what is needed to each song.
Experienced cellist and music producer from São Paulo, Brazil, ready to record for artists around the globe, in his own Studio using top quality gear.
I will record studio quality, beautiful arranged cello parts remotely. I can improvise over, play along with, or read any part you need.
Cellist, string arranger, songwriter, and vocalist with years of experience, and millions of streams. I have worked with artists like Ramón, William Gamborg, Elsie Bay, and Resa Saffa Park.
Hi! I'm a freelance session cellist with a significant experience in recording all kinds of music. Are you looking for a cello track for your composition? Do you need a powerful cello to improvise on your movie / trailer / video game soundtrack? I would be happy to join in and work with you, so hit the "Contact" button! :)
Cellist specializing in working with singer-songwriters, rock bands, folk groups, and every artist in-between. I've backed a dozen contestants who sang on The Voice, performed at official SXSW showcases, and played in bands opening for Grammy/Tony winners. Metal, rap, jazz, bluegrass, experimental- you name it, I've played it. Let's make music!
From Music City, I'm a cellist for Call of Duty, Star Wars, Netflix, Disney, and artists from around the world. I will arrange lushes epic string parts and record them with top-level gear so you'll get a song that sounds incredible with the real orchestra of strings you dream of!
I am a classically trained versatile cellist with 35 years of performing experience skilled in solo, chamber and orchestral setting. As a leader of the Rastrelli Cello Quartet, I have performed in more than 50 countries, recorded 11 albums. My professional skills allow me recording cello tracks and improvising solos of any difficulty & music genre.
Martha Colby "scrapes, glides and plucks her way like a flame." Performing Songwriter Magazine. Martha Colby can add string pads and textures to music that you may never have thought possible. She is an adept improviser as well as a pretty kick ass sight reader. Trained in classical and jazz music, she applies these techniques to her projects.
I am a musical saw session player and I live in Greece. I play the musical saw as a soloist in the Opera house and in big concert halls. I am a member of some famous Greek groups. I am also an expert in improvising so I can play any kind of music with high standard results and sound. Add an extraordinary instrument to your song from a master.
I am professional Cellist with extensive Classical Music background and also oriental Arabic music experience. I have studied in the Conservatory for more than 15 years, played in many orchestras in local and international music festivals and as a soloist also.
I am an experienced Cello player, sound designer and music producer from Italy and based in Berlin. Looking forward to help with your creations and productions :)
Experienced cellist, composer and music producer from Montreal, Canada, ready to record and produce for artists around the globe, in his own studio using quality gear.
Emmy nominated production duo that has worked on films for Netflix, HBO, BET, ESPN and more. We specialize in cinematic and emotive textures that can drive the story of your film home!
Cellist Peter Lewy has recorded with hundreds of artists of every genre. i want you to sound your very best and know how to add the type of accompaniment that brings out your very best. Hear yourself as you've always wanted. I can create wonderful string tracks that you can mix in as you see fit or I can do it for you to make you sound great!
Latin Grammy Award winning artist. Cellist, improviser, arranger, based in Brooklyn, NY will take your song to the next level! Recording sessions & Live performing - having worked with Jonas Brothers, Ben Platt, Residente, and jazz figures like Leo Genovese and Uri Caine.
Versatile cellist, with extensive experience in popular genres, tango, folk, electronica. I work with a quality team from my home studio, with a professional Argentine cello. I can play as a solo cello or in a cello ensemble that sounds like an orchestra!
Multifaceted cellist and string arranger, with extensive experience in recording for the motion picture industry, pop, classical music, video games, and television. Karen excels in recording and composing original string arrangements tailored to your project's needs, as well as delivering high quality cello stems.
Cello Multi-Tracking in a Professional Studio Performed/recorded by Juilliard-educated cellist and sound engineer with 15 years of live international touring and studio experience.
Session Musician: Cellist, Bassist, Pianist / Arranger
in 2024 an album on which Joasia was invited to record cello 2 years won a GRAMMY award! Over the past 11 years she has recorded and toured with such artists as 𝗠𝗶𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗲𝗹 𝗕𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗲, 𝗠𝗲𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗼𝗹𝗲 𝗢𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮 and 𝗦𝗻𝗮𝗿𝗸𝘆 𝗣𝘂𝗽𝗽𝘆, appearing on their live concerts and session recordings. Joasia is a cellist since 1997.
Rafael Delgado is one of the most active explorers and promoters of the cello in Latin American popular music. He has participated in more than 150 recording productions of folklore, tango, Afro-Peruvian music, pop and rock, among which stand out: La Grela Quinteto de Tango, Hernán Crespo, Vuela Chiringa, Georgina Hassan and Rafael Delgado Sexteto.
Performing with the hit Broadway Musical, Hamilton, recording for a variety of music, and with a background in classical music, I'm adept at a wide range of musical projects.
Professional cellist and music producer in France. High instrument proficiency, member of numerous orchestras, including the Monaco Philharmonic High quality recordings and arrangements
Award-winning Cellist with 15 years of performing and recording experience, based in Lille, France. I love to collaborate, have a passion for creating emotive cello parts, and am comfortable playing in any genre or style
Cécile Grüebler embraces a broad variety of styles and genres in an unassuming way; no matter the repertoire, every musical phrase is crafted with unconditional, tasteful intensity and utmost expression.
I am a professional cellist who likes to play all kind of genres and has a special interest in folk music and metal. I play a german Petrus Schulz cello from 1870, which has been really well appreciated in all my jobs and it's perfect for high quality recording.
"I think that a cello would be perfect here" Ok! Let's get to work! If you're recording a song, and you thought that it could use the 'velvety' sound you always recall, I can make it happen. I'd love to hear the music you are making, talk about what would be appropriate, and take your track to a new level.
Needing some cool cello vibes? Let me know! I'm classically-trained, highly adaptable and flexible in any genre. I play for live bands/shows, singer-songwriters, spoken word, orchestra, chamber music, etc. I'm comfortable doing improv (in the studio too!) and work fast. Available for multi-trackk and remote work.
Musician, Cellist. Extensive experience with recordings, cello, chamber music, orchestra and recording music in general. Member of Camargo Guarnieri Quartet, São Paulo Symphony Orchestra and São Paulo State University Cello Professor. I mix and edit all the tracks to provide you with a preview and I offer two rounds of revisions at no extra cost.
I'm a cellist, double bassist, arranger and composer with many years of professional experience. You can hear some of my work in the clip posted here. The Loch Tay track is my own arrangement and features me playing solo double bass at the beginning and solo cello later on.
The orchestra you've always dreamed of
The Kamanche aka "The Ancient Persian Violin" is a unique bowed instrument which will add to your music a soulful emotional sound which fill the soul. Professional Kamanche player experienced in different styles of music. Touch the hearts of your audience with authentic sound of the Kamanche.
Hello! I'm a session Cellist with a passion for creativity, I will create a cello recording or compose cello parts for your project/strings
Let's work together on your musical project. I can offer you solo cello, overdubs, string sections, creative arrangements.
I'm a NY based session and touring cellist. I've recorded for Stefon Harris, Holychild, and John Brown's Body and shared the stage with Roger Daltrey and The Who and Rubblebucket.
Professional cellist available for studio and online recordings, performance and lessons.
The Cello Doll | Classical Music with an Edge & based in Las Vegas, NV A cellist with 22 years of playing experience and appearances at Boston Symphony Hall, Tanglewood, and Carnegie Hall. As a composer and arranger, her style has been compared to Shostakovich & Apocalyptica for its intense & heavy string writing.
Cello/ arranger
Hello! My name is Joey Chang / CelloJoe, the wildest beatboxing cellist in the west. I'm a graduate of the Berklee College of Music and I've played for 30 years. I have recorded for a lot of my friends in the west coast bass music scene like Random Rab, Nicoluminous, Pega5u5, Duffrey, KR3TURE, Erothyme, Sam Klassik, Celeste Lear and many more.
Working in many recordings of various genres: classical, pop, jazz, indie, rock and also TV, film and advertisement. Arranging own parts to ready songs, fluent reading or improvising. Recording experience: London Abbey Road, Air Edel, Premises. TV and ads: Channel 4 and 5 for Ian Livingstone, film (Samantha Fonti); Many ads and music projects.
Classically trained multi-genre cellist - let’s get creative! Notable clients: Josh Garrels, Phil Larson, Barrier, Edward + Jane, Abby Holliday, Jonathan Class, Silicone Boone, Strahan
Custom session cello recordings written and arranged specifically to your music. Specializing in underground styles such as extreme metal, neofolk, and beyond.
Clients rate SoundBetter Cellists 4.9 / 5.0
on average across 1,918 reviews as of February 25, 2025