Alexander Kok

Bobby Kok
Born (1926-02-14)14 February 1926
Died 1 May 2015(2015-05-01) (aged 89)
Occupation Musician

Alexander "Bobby" Kok (14 February 1926 – 1 May 2015) was a cellist, a successful session musician and a founder member of the Philharmonia Orchestra.[1]

Bobby Kok was perhaps best known for working with The Beatles on many of their songs; being a particular favourite of their producer George Martin. He played cello on some of The Beatles' biggest hits, including "Hey Jude", and "Yesterday".

Bobby Kok spent the last few years of his life at Brinsworth House.

Selected publications

  • A Voice in the Dark: The Philharmonia Years, 2003.
  • Lewisohn, Mark (1988), The Beatles' Recording Sessions (1st ed.), New York: Harmony Books, ISBN 0517570661

See also

References

  1. ↑ "Alexander Kok, cellist – obituary", The Telegraph, 7 May 2015. Retrieved 8 May 2015.


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