Fred Lonberg-Holm is an American cellist and composer renowned for his contributions to free improvisation and avant-garde music. Born in Delaware in 1962, he studied cello with Ardyth Alton and Orlando Cole, and composition under Morton Feldman and Anthony Braxton. After establishing himself in New York's experimental scene, collaborating with artists like Anthony Coleman and John Zorn, he relocated to Chicago in 1995. There, he became a pivotal figure, performing with ensembles such as the Peter Brötzmann Chicago Tentet and the Vandermark 5. Lonberg-Holm's innovative approach blends jazz, rock, and electronic elements, making him a versatile and influential presence in contemporary music. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fred_Lonberg-Holm?utm_source=openai))