Trailblazing cellist Shirley Smart performs music from her acclaimed album 'Long Story Short' at this delightful venue in North London. Drawing on a mixture of influences from 10 years spent living in Jerusalem, jazz and a strong classical training including studies with Raphael Wallfisch and Janos Starker, Shirley is recognised as one of the UKs most innovative string players. " Shirley Smart can now be considered one of the best improvising cellists in the UK" The Jazzmann "...some of the most inventive use of the cello I have heard for some time.." Kind of Jazz 'As a cellist-composer she morphs seamlessly from Stephane Grappelli like swing and Bird-like bebop...a charming kaleidoscope and jazzy showcase of her global folk music-inspired compositions' Jazzwise 'Intense, lyrical and full of energy....A thrilling range on technique on display...Smart's cello singing, snarling or pumping out bass lines....fascinating listening, and thought-provoking entertainment for the open-eared" The Arts Desk "Smarts playing is particularly remarkable….she readily demonstrates a wide range of techniques incorporating an understanding of improvisation drawn from a jazz background and her extensive knowledge of Arabic maqam..." Songlines

Two cellist/jazz singers join forces to express their take on the world of standards, Latin, originals plus more. Kate Shortt, cellist, singer songwriter, cabaret artist/comedien-ne is known for her avant garde improvisations and off the wall humour. Rupert Gillett, multi instrumentalist, singer, composer and jazz bassist is also experienced in rock, blues and Eastern European styles. Sit back and enjoy this cellicious ride from bebop to the blues and Bach again! ‘...Shortt’s solo took the honours. It was an unusual but impressive juxtaposition of overtones, atonality and snatches of delicate folk melodies...’ Ian Mann Jazz reviewer ‘...The stand out performance came from Rupert Gillett. Great cellist with comical side and songs that were instantly playing in your head...’ Fiona Jarvis - Blue Badge Style

Superstar cellist Sheku Kanneh-Mason embarks on his season as Featured Artist with the Philharmonia Orchestra with both Haydn Cello Concertos, conducted by Marin Alsop. Following the concert he gives a free Insights Talk.

Trailblazing cellist Shirley Smart performs music from her acclaimed album 'Long Story Short' at this delightful venue in North London. Drawing on a mixture of influences from 10 years spent living in Jerusalem, jazz and a strong classical training including studies with Raphael Wallfisch and Janos Starker, Shirley is recognised as one of the UKs most innovative string players. " Shirley Smart can now be considered one of the best improvising cellists in the UK" The Jazzmann "...some of the most inventive use of the cello I have heard for some time.." Kind of Jazz 'As a cellist-composer she morphs seamlessly from Stephane Grappelli like swing and Bird-like bebop...a charming kaleidoscope and jazzy showcase of her global folk music-inspired compositions' Jazzwise 'Intense, lyrical and full of energy....A thrilling range on technique on display...Smart's cello singing, snarling or pumping out bass lines....fascinating listening, and thought-provoking entertainment for the open-eared" The Arts Desk "Smarts playing is particularly remarkable….she readily demonstrates a wide range of techniques incorporating an understanding of improvisation drawn from a jazz background and her extensive knowledge of Arabic maqam..." Songlines

Trailblazing cellist Shirley Smart performs music from her acclaimed album 'Long Story Short' at this delightful venue in North London. Drawing on a mixture of influences from 10 years spent living in Jerusalem, jazz and a strong classical training including studies with Raphael Wallfisch and Janos Starker, Shirley is recognised as one of the UKs most innovatice string players. "...some of the most inventive use of the cello I have heard for some time.." Kind of Jazz 'As a cellist-composer she morphs seamlessly from Stephane Grappelli like swing and Bird-like bebop...a charming kaleidoscope and jazzy showcase of her global folk music-inspired compositions' Jazzwise 'Intense, lyrical and full of energy....A thrilling range on technique on display...Smart's cello singing, snarling or pumping out bass lines....fascinating listening, and thought-provoking entertainment for the open-eared" The Arts Desk "Smarts playing is particularly remarkable….she readily demonstrates a wide range of techniques incorporating an understanding of improvisation drawn from a jazz background and her extensive knowledge of Arabic maqam..." Songlines

Cellist Kate Shortt performs her one woman comedy show with vello keyboard and more

Sutton House Music Society is delighted to present the Namara Trio - flautist Boris Bizjak, cellist Heather Tuach and pianist Yoko Misumi - playing a rich and eclectic mix of music by Beethoven, Villa Lobos, Nadia Boulanger, Clara Schumann and Brahms, at Sutton House in Hackney, one of the oldest houses in London, on Sunday 26 June at 7pm. The concert will open with a movement of Rachmaninov's cello sonata played by Lotte Shlomowitz, the recipient of the Susanne Beer Corner Foundation prize. Cello Corner is a wonderful organisation, founded by cellist Susanne Beer, offering loans of instruments, performance opportunities, prizes, grants, and assistance with tuition. Run by a group of Susanne's friends and family, it endeavours to preserve her memory and spirit and to continue her support of young musicians in attaining excellence in performance. Tickets available from www.shms.org.uk. Under 26s go free through the Cavatina Trust. Discount of 10% to LCS members at the door only.