The London Philharmonic Orchestra has named Henry Shapard as co-principal cellist. Shapard, 26, is presently principal of the Vancouver Symphony and professor of cello at the Vancouver Academy of Music.
Also joining the cellos is UK freelance Leo Melvin.
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