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Allemande from Cello Suite No. 3 in C major, BWV 1009 by Bach

Élégie by Fauré - Amber Trust Concert 2021

3rd movement from Cello Sonata No 1 in E minor by Brahms

About Ivan Rodriguez Deb

Ivan is a versatile young cellist based in London. He's performed at the Royal Festival Hall, the Barbican, Cadogan Hall & Speaker’s House.

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Watford

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Hello! My name is Ivan and I'm a cellist based in London. I have extensive experience as a solo cellist (having given many solo lunchtime recitals and having performed as a soloist in many concerts as well as featuring frequently in several prestigious festivals and competitions), in chamber groups (having performed in many different groups over the years including the Derek Paravicini quartet) and as an orchestral cellist (having performed as a tutti cellist with the LSSO, Odyssey Festival Orchestra and the London Philharmonic Orchestra). Concurrently, I am preparing for my licentiate in music performance (LRSM) which is equivalent to a complete undergraduate degree in music with honours and have passed every previous grade with distinction. I also have achieved an associates diploma (DipABRSM) for piano performance and am working towards my licenciate diploma. My favourite experiences to date have to include a performance at the Royal Festival Hall where I was the Principal Cellist in a performance with the London Philharmonic Orchestra as one of their Junior Artists for the 2023/2024 season and performing at the Barbican with the London Schools Symphony Orchestra with a narration by Dame Janet Suzman. From a young age, I've always been fascinated at how music can convey so many different emotions and feelings that words simply can't describe. Music has the ability to engage, excite and even surprise us due to its sheer range of styles and characters. Throughout my musical career, I have sought to explore these different styles in order to bring the best out of music and have performed anything from Bach to ABBA! That's what inspires me to play - the ability to give any type of audience member their special moment by choosing the perfect piece to suit the situation. Whether it's a Beethoven cello sonata or an adapted version of "Bohemian Rhapsody" there is something for everyone to love about my performances. My services include bespoke private performances and background music for weddings, corporate events, social gatherings, etc., accompanying (with the ability to sight-read pieces fluently), instrumental teaching and recordings (with the ability to video edit and create unique multi-videos).

Ivan Rodriguez Deb

5 out of 5

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5 out of 5

Ivan played for us at our concert which was held to raise money for the Amber Trust. At our concert, Ivan chose to play the 3rd Movement of Brahms Cello Sonata in E Minor, Op 38. Many people commented on his musical playing. Throughout the piece, Ivan played with great control and technical skill. In the slower passages, Ivan was sensitive to the composer’s intentions, and communication with cellist and accompanist was executed with ease. This performance demonstrated great mastery and emotional warmth. We all enjoyed hearing the cello played with such beauty.

5 out of 5

Ivan is a fantastically talented young musician. He has enthralled and entertained audiences with his performances on cello and piano. His passion for music is reflected when he plays and he is a versatile musician who is able to successfully perform a wide repertoire of different music. He is very professional to deal with and incredibly popular with our audiences.

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Ivan Rodriguez Deb's Song list

I have learnt hundreds and hundreds of pieces over the past years and am open to any suggestions or alternatively, I can arrange repertoire that is tailored to suit your needs! Some examples of works that I have learnt include:

Classical:

Cello Suite No. 1 by Bach

Cello Suite No. 3 by Bach

Arioso by Bach

Cello Sonata No. 1 by Brahms

Élégie by Fauré

La Foi by Goltermann

Sonata in D major by Telemann

Vocalise by Rachmaninoff

Dance Caprice by Bunting

Sonata in E minor by Romberg

Fond Recollections by Popper

Sonatina for Violoncello and Pianoforte by Járdányi Pál

Tarantella in D minor by W.H.Squire

Sicilienne by Fauré

Classical crossover:

Julie-O by Mark Summer

Ten American Cello Etudes by Aaron Minsky

Pop/Rock/Modern:

Hallelujah by Leonard Cohen

We Will Rock You! by Queen

Game of Thrones Theme

A wide repertoire of Christmas carols.

Ivan Rodriguez Deb's Prices

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Performance duration	Price
Short performance (up to 15 min)	£125
Up to 1 hour	£155
Up to 2 hours	£205
Up to 3 hours	£245

Customer questions

What do your clients love most about your performances?

Good music is not only reflected in talent but also in hard work. I believe I have a good mix of both. As all my previous clients can confirm, from the organisation and preparation of my pieces to the feedback after the event, you can be sure that only my best efforts will be provided resulting in a detailed, expressive and genuine performance.

Which venues have you performed at in the past?

The most renowned venues I’ve performed in have to be The Royal Albert Hall, The Barbican and St. John’s Waterloo.

Which artists have you been most influenced by?

Some of my favourite cellists are Mischa Maisky (for his unrivalled expression), Steven Isserlis (due to his authentic interpretation of baroque music) and Patrick Laird (for his entertaining and unique mix of classical and modern music).

What is the most high profile gig you've performed?

The most high-profile gig I’ve ever performed in has to be at The Barbican with the London Schools Symphony Orchestra where we performed Schnittke’s Faust Cantata with a narration by Dame Janet Suzman.

What if my timings change after I've booked you?

I always try my best to be flexible in order for your event to run as smoothly as possible. If timings change slightly in the run up to the event just let me know so that I can try to adjust accordingly.

How much time do you need to set up?

I usually set up around 1 to 1.5 hours before the performance time, although this depends on the type of event.

Can I pick the pieces you play from the set list?

My set list is only a few examples of the many pieces I've played over the years. You are more than welcome to pick any pieces from the song list, as well as put forward any suggestions you may have, or alternatively, I can recommend a few pieces to suit your event. This can all be discussed in my complimentary virtual consultation.

Do you bring all the equipment you need to perform?

Yes! I bring all the equipment necessary for the event. The only thing I require is a power point in order to plug in my digital music stand.

Can you learn specific pieces before the event?

If a song isn't included in my song list, there may still be a chance I already know it. If there is one or multiple special songs you'd like me to learn, I'd be happy to do this for you (depending on the time frame). Please let me know in advance of any special song choices.

Musicianship

Genres:

Classical, Contemporary classical, Baroque, Classical crossover, Early music, Fanfare, Film / TV music, Medieval music, Musical theatre, Opera, Renaissance, Ambient, 1920s era music, 1930s era music, 1940s era music, 1950s era music, 1990s era music, 1980s era music, 1970s era music, 1960s era music, Folk, Bluegrass, Ceilidh, Country, Folk rock, Irish rock, Rockabilly, Traditional English folk, Traditional Irish folk, Traditional Scottish folk, Welsh folk, Jazz, Blues, Cabaret, Dixieland, Gypsy jazz, Jazz fusion, Latin jazz, Modern jazz, Postmodern jukebox jazz, Ragtime, Swing, Easy listening, Experimental, Light music, Originals, Noise music, Avant garde, Pop, Acoustic, Ambient pop, Americana, Covers, Karaoke, Disco, Funk, Funk rock, R&B, Motown, Hip Hop, Soul, Top 40, Tribute, Vintage, Rock, Alternative rock, Britpop, Classic rock, Glam rock, Hard rock, Hardcore, Heavy metal, Power rock, Post rock, Pop rock, Indie, Progressive rock, Punk rock, Rock 'n' Roll, Synth rock, World music, African music, Afrobeat, Arabic, Argentinian, Armenian, Asian music, Australian music, Bossa nova, Bollywood, Bavarian oompah, Balkan, Brazilian music, Calypso, Caribbean music, Choro, Cuban music, Cumbia, Flamenco, French music, Indian music, Hawaiian music, Greek music, German music, Italian music, Jewish music, Klezmer, Latin, Mariachi, Merengue, Polish music, Polka, Salsa, Russian music, Reggae, Polynesian music, Samba, Scottish music, Ska, Skiffle, Tango, Spanish music, Christmas, Contemporary Christian, Military, Traditional church music, Marching

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Instruments:

Cello, Piano, Organ

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Event types:

Wedding, Virtual event, Wedding proposal, Funeral / Memorial service, Church service, Hotel / Restaurant event, Bar / Club / Venue event, Private event, Corporate event, Charity event, Concert, Recording session, Theatre / Show, Cruise, Burns night, Birthday party, Christmas party, New Year's Eve

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Other skills:

Accompanist, Instrumental teaching, Fluent sight-reader

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