Rasputina are a band consisting mostly of cellists. The band officially began in Brooklyn, New York in 1992, when Melora Creager put out an advertisement requesting members to form an all-cello band. Cellist Julia Kent responded and the two formed what was dubbed the Traveling Ladies' Cello Society.

Creager writes all of the lyrics for Rasputina, save the cover songs, performs most of the vocals, and creates some of the art for the band's albums, singles, and website.

Rasputina is a “ cello - rock ” ensemble composed of singer/cellist Melora Creager and percussionist Jonathon S. TeBeest. In 2006 they began touring with sarah bowman (of The Bowmans and Lowry ) on cello and voice as well. Founded by Creager in 1992, they have long held true to their mission of enlightening the common man as to the power and versatility of the mighty cello. Historically influenced, and constantly costumed, Rasputina keeps a small legion of incredibly passionate admirers enth