Katinka Kleijn

Cellist Katinka Kleijn is known for unusual improvisatory concepts that may venture into the realm of performance art. She is a longtime member of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra who also appears in more conventional soloist contexts. Kleijn is also a composer whose music may take shape in collaborations with other performers or with audiences. She has a substantial recording catalog that includes several releases showcasing her in a solo capacity, such as Anna Thorvaldsdottir: Ubique (2025).