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Dan Kassel - Contemporary and Classical Cellist Cellist from Hopewell, NJ

Will travel up to 100 miles

  • Avg 5.0 | 21 Reviews
  • 26 Verified Bookings
  • Member Since 2018
  • 6 Awards & Badges
  • Virtual Services Offered
  • Accepts Online Payment
  • Starting at $200 per event

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Emotionally provocative and layered in symphonic warmth, Dan Kassel's solo cello music brings this classical instrument to new heights. Using an acoustic cello, a Boss RC-50 looping station and minimal effects, Dan bridges the gaps between Klezmer and Irish folk, Indian classical and down-tempo electronic music, levity and suspense. His ability to use technology to loop and layer his instrument into expansive tapestries of sound is impressive, but the element that really stands out is the cello's deep and moving resonance. His work has been featured by WXPN, and other independent blogs, and his piece, "Moonslice," won an Honorable Mention in 2014's International Songwriting Contest. With his third solo album complete, his sound is more rich and nuanced than ever, and he delights in sharing his soulful compositions with those looking for something fresh and meaningful Dan has played the cello since the age of 9, and since beginning his journey of avant-cello in 2010, he has been fortunate to have offered his skills to a wide variety of clients. Private parties, fundraisers, hospitals, art openings, yoga sessions, private massage, modern dance, memorial services, fine restaurants, political rallies, churches and synagogues, weddings and wedding proposals, ticketed concerts and more make up Dan's vast repertoire, as well as teaching many students of diverse background and experience. Aside from his solo career, Dan has had the pleasure of joining some great musicians on stage. He served as cellist for the acclaimed Philadelphia String Quartet, shared the stage with members of Ween and Henry Rollins Band, has performed Indian Classical music with tabla accompaniment and electronica music with DJs and producers, and has recorded with many classical, folk and jazz artists. Fully embracing the DIY approach in his career, Dan continues to accept new opportunities in performance and education through the rich network of connections made over years of playing in New York, Central Jersey and SE Pennsylvania. He has toured across the country and has traveled with his mini-cello, "Dauphine," throughout SE Asia, India, Nepal, Mexico, and New Zealand. Dan's travels have been a driving source of inspiration, and the fusing of different world music traditions a long with an intuitive connection to his Ashkenazi roots has given birth to a complex style of playing that Dan is proud to call his own.

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Review by Rob H.

Engagement PartyReviewed on January 6, 2024From Plymouth Meeting, PA

Dan, was amazing!!! Kind on time and had a great selection of songs to choose from

Review by Torene V.

Corporate FunctionReviewed on December 14, 2023From Morristown, NJ

Dan Kassel's cello performance at our corporate event was fantastic! He was professional, friendly, and talented. Thank you, Dan!

Review by Amal A.

CelebrationReviewed on June 5, 2023From Nyack, NY

Dan was great to work with. The music was a real hit for the occasion. Thanks Dan.

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  • Let It Be | Beatles
  • Oh! Darling | Beatles
  • Can't Stop Falling In Love | Elvis Presely
  • Black Bird | Beatles
  • Suite 1 | J.S. Bach
  • Kol Nidre | Max Bruch
  • Sweet Child O' Mine | Guns 'N Roses
  • Game of Thrones theme
  • Bittersweet Symphony | The Verve
  • Viva La Vida | Coldplay
  • La Vie en Rose | Edith Piaf
  • Signed Sealed Delivered | Stevie Wonder
  • Isn't She Lovely | Stevie Wonder
  • Billie Jean | Michael Jackson
  • Pumped Up Kicks | Foster the People
  • This Must Be the Place | Talking Heads
  • Get Lucky | Daft Punk
  • Don't Stop Believin' | Journey
  • Teardrop | Massive Attack
  • Go It Alone | Beck
  • Lithium | Nirvana
  • Love Foolosophy | Jamiroquai
  • Gangsta's Paradise | Coolio
  • The NeverEnding Story theme

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Upcoming Events

May 25, 2024 • Wedding Ceremony
Sat6:30 PM - 8:00 PM Belleville, NJ
December 22, 2024 • Wedding Reception
Sun6:30 PM - 7:30 PM Lincroft, NJ

Past Events

December 22, 2023 • Engagement Party
Fri11:00 PM - 12:30 AM Plymouth Meeting, PA
December 5, 2023 • Corporate Function
Tue6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Morristown, NJ
June 1, 2023 • Celebration
Thu7:30 PM - 9:30 PM Nyack, NY
May 12, 2023 • Wedding Ceremony
Fri12:00 PM - 1:30 PM Frenchtown, NJ
December 21, 2022 • Holiday Party
Wed6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Roseland, NJ
December 15, 2022 • Corporate Function
Thu4:00 PM - 6:00 PM Langhorne, PA
November 17, 2022 • Private Party
Thu6:00 PM - 8:00 PM New York City, NY
October 16, 2022 • Wedding
Sun12:30 PM - 3:30 PM Andover, NJ
June 11, 2022 • Wedding Ceremony
Sat5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Toms River, NJ
December 18, 2021 • Wedding Ceremony
Sat3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Marlton, NJ
July 18, 2020 • Wedding
Sat3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Newtown Square, PA
January 3, 2020 • Funeral
Fri3:30 PM - 4:00 PM Lambertville, NJ

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