From 1986 to 1992 Robert Ibell lived in London, studying cello with Tanya Prochazka, Derek Simpson and Christopher Bunting. He played at music schools and in masterclasses (where his teachers included Alexander Baillie, Steve Doane, Anner Bylsma and Steven Isserlis), taught, gave recitals and played in professional and amateur orchestras. Since 1993 he has been a member of the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra. He is also a member of the Nevine String Quartet and the New Zealand Chamber Orchestra.
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