Julian Hersh

Julian Hersh is an Adjunct Lecturer in Chamber Music at the DePaul University School of Music, where he serves as a Chamber Music Coach. A distinguished cellist, he has performed internationally as a soloist and chamber musician throughout the U.S., Europe, and the Far East.

Education

• San Francisco Conservatory, studying with Bonnie Hampton and Irene Sharp

Research and Performance Interests

Mr. Hersh specializes in chamber music and cello performance, with significant contributions to contemporary repertoire including premiere recordings of Augusta Read Thomas's works. His career emphasizes collaborative artistry through ensembles like the Jupiter Trio and Callisto Ensemble, featured at major festivals including Olympic, Saratoga, and Caramoor. Performance highlights span international broadcasts on NPR, CBS Sunday Morning, and Japanese television.

Awards

• First Prize in the 2002 Osaka International Chamber Music Competition (with Jupiter Trio)
• Samuel Sanders Collaborative Artist Award from the Classical Recording Foundation (2004)

Advising and Grants

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Ensembles

As founding member of the Jupiter Trio, Mr. Hersh achieved historic recognition as the first American ensemble to win Osaka's gold medal (2002). He co-founded the Chicago-based Callisto Ensemble, releasing a 2006 CD featuring Augusta Read Thomas's compositions including the commissioned "Prairie Sketches" and multiple premiere recordings.