Remembering Cellist David Darling (1941-2021)
January 11, 2021, 11:37 AM · The world has lost a creative musician and innovative teacher with the passing last Friday of cellist David Darling, who was 79. Originally from Elkhart, Indiana, he studied classical cello at Indiana State University and eventually worked as a studio musician in Nashville, Tennessee. In 2010, he won a Grammy for best New Age Album for his album Prayer for Compassion. In addition to his solo performances and albums, he performed with musicians such as Bobby McFerrin, the Paul Winter Consort, Ralph Towner and Spyro Gyra. A musician of eclectic abilities, he excelled in many styles, including classical, jazz, Brazilian, African, and Indian music.