Edna Michell, born in Tel Aviv, Israel, is an American violinist who began her studies at age four with Moshe Hopenko. She continued her education at the Rubin Academy and later received a special scholarship from Yehudi Menuhin to study in London. Michell's early career included performances in Great Britain, Europe, and Central and South America. Her debut at Wigmore Hall led to collaborations with prominent musicians like classical guitarist Rey de la Torre and harpsichordist Fernando Valenti. Michell was artistic director of the Adirondack-Champlain Festival and founded the Cantilena Chamber Players/Cantilena Piano Quartet, which performed globally and premiered new compositions. She also collaborated extensively with Menuhin on various musical projects. In 2001, she released Compassion, an album featuring works inspired by universal compassion, composed by leading musicians worldwide.
