Multicello
MultiCello is a solo performance concept by Ana Topalovic that expands the sound and form of classical cello performance. It combines acoustic cello, five-string electric cello, live electronics and extended playing techniques. Renowned for her solo performances, Ana has appeared at venues such as Carnegie Hall and Wiener Konzerthaus and has received numerous awards. Her concerts integrate classical and contemporary repertoire, combining acoustic and electronic textures and layered sound structures.
The music is contemporary classical, blending structured and minimalist approaches with experimental and improvisational elements, drawing on folk traditions and the sounds of nature.
The programs bring together contemporary works, collaborations with composers, original pieces and selected solo cello repertoire. Through live processing and looping, multiple musical layers are created in real time, allowing the cello to function as a polyphonic and evolving instrument.
Each performance is built around a central theme and follows a narrative structure, connecting the pieces into a cohesive storytelling experience rather than a sequence of separate works. Some programs take the form of a solo recital, while others incorporate text, live-reactive visuals and performative elements. Certain versions are more structured, while others leave space for experimental approach and improvisation.