Principal cellist expelled by China has died, aged 48

Principal cellist expelled by China has died, aged 48

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norman lebrecht

June 12, 2015

Oleg Vedernikov was principal cellist of the Beijing Symphony Orchestra when a drunken incident on a train three years ago resulted in him being kicked out of the orchestra and the country. He was accused of insulting a Chinese woman.

Oleg returned to Russia, played in a string ensemble and rebuilt his life. A few weeks ago he messaged that he was about to undergo a serious operation and asked for prayers. Death notices have now appeared on his social media.

May he rest in peace.

vedernikov

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