Anna Samokish
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Summary
Experienced and passionate principal cellist with over 25 years of professional performance in
symphonic, operatic, and chamber music. Known for artistic sensitivity, ensemble leadership, and
international collaborations as both a soloist and chamber musician. Actively involved in cultural
initiatives and education, contributing to the development of young musicians across Brazil and
Europe.
Education
- Rimsky-Korsakov Music College, St. Petersburg, Graduated (1995)
- State Conservatory of Petrozavodsk, Bachelor’s Degree in Music (2000)
- Master’s Degree in Music Performance (2002)
Professional Experience
Principal Cellist — Amazonas Philharmonic Orchestra, Manaus
2014 — present
- Leads the cello section in symphonic and operatic productions.
- Performed as a soloist with the orchestra on multiple occasions.
- Participated in national and international music festivals.
- Co-founder of the “Encontro na Selva” chamber music festival.
- Artistic director and performer with the ensemble “Belle Époque”, focused on preserving and
promoting chamber music traditions.
Principal Cellist — State Musical Theater “Zazerkalye”, St. Petersburg
1995 — 2014
- Promoted to principal cellist in 2004.
- Performed in major productions and festivals such as Golden Mask, Golden Spotlight, and
Panorama of Musical Theaters. - Collaborated with international festivals in Finland, Germany, and the United Arab Emirates.
- Active as a chamber music soloist and ensemble member in numerous performances abroad.
Visiting Music Instructor — Fundação Amazônica de Música (FAM), Belém/PA
2022 — present
- Provides masterclasses and individual lessons biannually.
- Since April 2025, serves as regular visiting faculty member.
- Contributes to student development and academic programming.
Main projects
Chamber Music Ensemble “ANIMA”
- Laureate of the XII International Astor Piazzolla Prize, Italy.
- Toured in Italy, Croatia, Finland, and Japan.
- Performed as soloist and ensemble member in trios, quartets, and septets.
Orchestra of the “Zazerkalye” Theater
- Regular orchestral performances in Russia, Finland, and the UK.
Recordings
- CD series “Music of Wartime” with the St. Petersburg Academic Symphony Orchestra (Northern
Flowers Records). - Contributions to several releases with the same orchestra for Naxos Records.
- Solo album: “Midnight Poems” with Tatiana Aleshina (AZiYA-Plus Studio, 2009).
Languages
- Russian — Native
- Portuguese — Fluent
- English — Fluent
Skills
- Principal and orchestral cello performance
- Chamber music leadership
- Solo repertoire interpretation
- Music pedagogy and masterclasses
- Artistic project direction and cultural management