Verzhbilovich Alexander Valerianovich

(1849 - 1911), of Polish origin. In St. Petersburg. Conservatory cello playing was engaged in K.YU. Davydova and became the guardian of the traditions of its execution. Quickly gained a reputation as an outstanding virtuoso and was invited by the Vice Davydova as a soloist of the orchestra of the Imperial Italian Opera, and later - Russian Operas (1882 - 85). Somewhat later replaced the Davydov quartet St. Petersburg. Division of the Imperial Russian Musical Society, acted as the quartet evenings Petersburg. Chamber Music Society. Since 1885. was a professor in St. Petersburg. Conservatory. Many concerts in Russia and abroad. Execution of its different strength and beauty of tone, melody, rich colors, subtle taste, great expressive phrasing and passionate temperament. His success with audiences and critics was unchanged.