This position names Pablo Casals the greatest cellist of all time. It argues the 'father of the modern cello' established it as a serious solo instrument, rediscovered Bach's cello suites for modern players, and was also a renowned statesman and peace advocate.
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- Pablo Casals was a statesman and advocate for peacePablo Casals used his musical talents as a platform to address the humanitarian issues of his time. He was bigger than the music he played and connected the peace and joy of music as a way to heal human suffering and injustice.
- Pablo Casals discovered the Bach cello suites for modern playersLargely forgotten, Casals showed the world the beauty and genius of cello music.