Sheku Kanneh-Mason
Sheku Kanneh-Mason | |
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| Born | 4 April 1999 Awali, Bahrain |
| Origin | Nottingham, England |
| Genres | Classical |
| Instrument | Cello |
| Years active | 2015–present |
| Labels | Decca Classics |
| Website | Sheku Kanneh-Mason |
Sheku Kanneh-Mason MBE (born 4 April 1999) is a British cellist who won the 2016 BBC Young Musician award. He was the first black musician to win the competition since its launch in 1978. He played at the wedding of Prince Harry to Meghan Markle on 19 May, 2018 under the direction of Christopher Warren-Green. Also performing at the wedding was the traditional choir of St. George's Chapel led by James Vivian and gospel performers the Kingdom Choir, conducted by Karen Gibson. As of 2021, Kanneh-Mason plays a Matteo Goffriller cello that was made in 1700.