Stephen De'ak
Stephen De'ak · Arts & Literature
Classical cellist
1897, Hungary — 1975, California, United States
Hungary · United States
Stephen De'ak is recognized among Jewish contributors to Arts & Literature — Classical cellist
Stephen De'ak was a Hungarian-born cellist and teacher who studied under the celebrated cellist David Popper and made his concert debut in 1919. He joined the faculties of the Curtis Institute, Peabody Conservatory and the University of Southern California, and his 'Modern Method for the Violoncello' and biography of Popper became standard references. He is listed among Jewish musicians by Jinfo.org, though documentation of his background is limited.
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Source: Jinfo.org — Jews in Music
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Classical cellist
Source: Jinfo.org — Jews in Music
