New cello appointment at Georgia State University

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The Georgia State University (GSU) School of Music in Atlanta has announced the appointment of Gabriel Prynn as lecturer of music (cello), effective August 2026. Prior to joining Georgia State, Prynn served as visiting assistant professor of cello at Ohio University.

On his appointment, Prynn said: ’I hope my students leave my studio with a lifelong love of learning, a strong sense of artistic identity and the confidence to pursue ambitious goals. Great teaching is about more than passing on information – it’s about helping students discover what they are capable of.’

’Dr. Prynn has a wealth of experience as an internationally known cellist, and he’s a fantastic teacher,’ said Julia Bullard, director of the School of Music.

’His ability to connect with students and take them to the next level in their performance will be a huge benefit to our entire string area. We are so excited to welcome him to the GSU community.’

Prynn was born and raised in the UK and studied with Clive Greensmith at the Royal Northern College of Music, followed by studies with David Finckel of the Emerson Quartet and earned his doctorate at the University of Montreal. He received additional chamber music mentorship from Menahem Pressler, Valentin Erben, Arnold Steinhardt and Eberhard Feltz

As an educator, he has given masterclasses and chamber music coaching at institutions including Indiana University, the Colburn School Academy, the Royal Academy of Music in London, the École Normale de Musique in Paris, the Hochschule für Musik Hanns Eisler in Berlin and the University of Oxford.

Prynn is a founding member of Trio Fibonacci, which celebrated its 25th anniversary in 2024. As a performer, he has appeared in solo, chamber and orchestral settings around the world, with highlights including performances at Merkin Hall in New York, the Musée d’Orsay in Paris in association with IRCAM and Radio France, the Aldeburgh Festival in the United Kingdom and the Forbidden City Concert Hall in Beijing.

He has served as acting principal cello of the Quebec Philharmonic Orchestra and principal cello of the Atlantic Music Festival Orchestra, where he also held roles of resident artist and string program coordinator.