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About Judith

Judith is an exceptionally versatile professional cellist who plays for top London orchestras, studio sessions, weddings & private functions

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The cello is my passion! I love playing all styles of music, and in various size groups from symphony orchestras to duos. I currently play regularly for the London Symphony Orchestra, Royal Opera House and BBC Concert Orchestra, as well as chamber music concerts and playing for functions. I'm at home in recording studios as well as on the concert platform, and have recorded soundtracks for many blockbuster films. If it's musical versatility you need, then ask away... As a solo cellist, I really enjoy playing for weddings and functions. I have a wide range of repertoire from classical to pop styles, and can play alone or with backing tracks. My repertoire list is available on request.

Judith

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5 out of 5

We can't thank Judith enough! Brilliant to work with, friendly and clearly knows her stuff. Judith completely understood what we wanted, provided a list of pieces that was spot and fully in line with our requirements. On the day, Judith was magnificent, super friendly and I was so sorry I didn't get to say thank you and good bye on the day. Thank you Judith!!!!

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1 year ago

It was such a pleasure to play for you, and in one of my all time favourite places. I found your ceremony really moving and felt privileged to share your special moments. Warmest wishes from Cellozone for your future together.

Bravo!!!! Put a big smile on my face! Thanks.

Awesome! Well done! Thank you.

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Judith's Song list

Wedding favourites:

Entrance of Bride:

Bach - G major Prelude from 1st Suite for solo cello (this also makes a lovely signing register piece)

Handel - Air from the Water Music

Pachelbel - Canon (played with my own backing track, or with the organist accompanying if you have one for the service)

Vivaldi - Largo from Concerto RV.93 (originally for lute)

Signing of the register:

Schubert - Ave Maria

Mendelssohn - Song without Words

Vivaldi - Largo from Winter

Bach - Arioso

Zipoli - Elevazione (can be accompanied by organist if available)

Morricone - Gabriel’s Oboe

Massenet - Meditation from Thais

Franck - Panis Angelicus

Arlen - Somewhere Over the Rainbow

Bridal party exit:

Vivaldi - Spring

Boccherini - Allegro from Military Night Watch in Madrid (used in the film ‘Master & Commander’)

Bach - Courante from 1st Cello Suite or Gigue from 3rd Cello Suite

Handel - La Rejouissance from the Royal Fireworks

Sting - Fields of Gold

Classical & Romantic:

Pachelbel's famous Canon in D

G major Prelude - Bach (played at the Royal wedding by Sheku)

Solo cello suites 1-6 - Bach

Goldberg Variations 'Aria' - Bach (the English Patient)

Bach - Air on a G string

Night Music from Madrid - Boccherini (Master & Commander)

La Rejouissance from the Royal Fireworks - Handel

Spring - Vivaldi

Winter (Largo) - Vivaldi

Elevazione - Zipoli

Oh! Mio Babbino Caro

Pavane - Faure

Nimrod - Elgar

The Swan - Saint-Saens

Ave Maria - Schubert

Bach - Arioso

Largo (from Lute Concerto) - Vivaldi

Faure - Sicilienne

Song without Words - Mendelssohn

Vocalise - Rachmaninov

Nessun Dorma

Apres un Reve - Faure

Czardas - Monti

Bolero - Ravel

Saint-Saens - Allegro Appassionata

Morning - Grieg

Andante Cantabile - Andante

Nocturne (Love song)- Taube

Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring - Bach

Vivaldi Cello Sonatas

Gabriel's Oboe - Morricone

Song of the Birds - trad. are. Sheku K-M

Waltz from Sleeping Beauty - Tchaikovsky

Nocturne - Borodin

Scheherezade - Rimsky-Korsakov

Jupiter, from the Planets - Holst

Meditation from Thais - Massenet

Blue Danube - Johann Strauss

Habanera - Bizet

Sheep May Safely Graze - Bach

Carmen Overture - Bizet

Chanson de Matin - Elgar

Largo from the New World Symphony - Dvorak

Romeo & Juliet Fantasy Overture

Radetsky March

Turkish Rondo from Mozart's A major piano sonata

Adagio from Spartacus - Khactachurian

Schindlers List theme - John Williams

When I'm 64 - Beatles

Somewhere - Bernstein

La Cumparsita

Panis Angelicus

Ladies in Lavender

O Sole Mio

Chant Hindu - Rimsky-Korsakov

Song of the Seashore - Narita

Gymnopedie - Satie

Panis Angelicus - Franck

Reverie - Debussy

Berceuse - Faure

Peter & the Wolf - Prokofiev

Barcarolle - Offenbach

Chanson Boheme - Bizet

Film music & Light:

Spread a Little Happiness

You'll Never Walk Alone

Smile

You Light Up My Life

It Must Be Love

Bring Me Sunshine

Inspector Morse

Somewhere Over the Rainbow

Hedwig's theme (from Harry Potter)

Music of the Night (Phantom of the Opera)

Hedwig's theme

Hallelujah

Fields of Gold

Scottish & Irish folk songs - lots, including:

Scarborough Fair

Sailor's Hornpipe

Devil's Dream

Skye Boat Song

Amazing Grace

Keel Row

Danny Boy

Drowsy Maggie

Brochan Lom

Parson's Farewell

The Fairy Dance

Mrs Jamieson's Favourite

Hunting the Hare

Country Gardens

Parsons Farewell

The Oyster Girl

Lannigan's Ball

The Temperance Reel

Irish Washerwoman

Cooney's Reel

Harvest Home

Lord MacDonald's Reel

Mary, Young and Fair

Mrs Hamilton of Pencaitland

Lovely Stornaway

The Flower of the Quern

Highland Cradle Song

The Waters of Kylesku

Roslin Castle

Ae Fond Kiss

Culloden Day

Fr John MacMillan of Barra

Farewell to Nigg

The Athole Highlanders

The Barron Rocks of Aden

The Battle of Waterloo

The Drunken Piper

Meeting of the Waters

The De'il Among the Tailors

The Laird of Drumblair

The Wind That Shakes the Barley

Pretty Peggy

Cork Hill

6th Suite Jig

Various Pop songs - by request

Christmas Songs & Carols - lots, including:

Once in Royal David's City

I Saw 3 Ships

In Dulce Jubilo

O Come All Ye Faithful

Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer

Silent Night

Ding Dong Merrily on High

We Wish You a Merry Christmas

Judith's Prices

Note: prices may vary based on travel distance. For an exact quote, click “Check availability”.

Performance duration	Price
Short performance (up to 15 min)	£150
Up to 1 hour	£195
Up to 2 hours	£275
Up to 3 hours	£375

Funeral/Memorial service

This includes music before the service begins, music during the service, and music as guests leave.

£195

Wedding ceremony

This includes music before the service begins, music during the signing of the register, and music as guests leave.

£250

Drinks/dinner party

Two performances of up to 45 mins each during your drinks/dinner party

£275

Drinks reception

Two performances of up to 45 mins each during your drinks reception

£275

Wedding ceremony + Drinks reception + Dinner

- Music before the service begins, music during the signing of the register, and music as guests leave. - 2 x 45 min performances at the drinks reception. - 2 x 45 min performances as dinner is being served.

£320

Customer questions

What do your clients love most about your performances?

The gorgeous sound of the cello! The choice of repertoire. My professionalism.

Which venues have you performed at in the past?

I’ve performed in concert halls worldwide, including the Carnegie Hall NY, Sydney Opera House and the Royal Albert Hall in London. As a wedding cellist, I’ve played at many different venues, including churches and hotels. Recent bookings include Heckfield Place, Winchester and London.

Which artists have you been most influenced by?

As a cellist, I admire Sheku greatly. He is a fantastic ambassador of the cello showing it’s versatility in a musically generous style. I love many genres of music and enjoy presenting tailor made performances based on clients’ musical preferences.

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

My husband is particularly proud that I’ve played with the ELO at Hyde Park! I’ve played at the Proms with the BBC Concert Orchestra & Philharmonia. And I’m playing with the London Symphony Orchestra on the refreshed Bing Crosby’s ‘White Christmas’ There are lots more high profile gigs - if you book me, I’ll happily chat to you about my varied career!

Do you have different line-up options?

I play solo cello, but can also play with a pianist or other string players (prices on request)- 2 cellos violin & cello piano & cello violin, viola & cello string quartet (2 violins, viola & cello)

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

I can be flexible. Just give me as much notice as possible.

How much time do you need to set up?

20 - 30 minutes is fine. I usually play acoustically, but if I need to play with a backing track, then add a 15 minute sound check.

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

Yes, but there are many other pieces available. Too many to list. Please feel free to request special pieces or ask me for suggestions.

Do you bring all the equipment you need to perform?

Yes, I'll bring everything I need. If you can provide a chair without arms, that saves me transporting a stool.

Can you learn specific pieces before the event?

Yes, certainly! If it's a song outside my repertoire I may make a charge for acquiring it and preparing it, but I'm a very quick learner!

Musicianship

Genres:

Classical, Christmas, Traditional church music, Early music, Baroque, Classical crossover, Film / TV music, Renaissance, Medieval music, Traditional Irish folk, Traditional Scottish folk, Easy listening, Light music, 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, Country, Traditional English folk, Jazz, Scottish music, Tango, Musical theatre, Opera

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Instruments:

Cello, Viol

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Event types:

Recording session, Wedding, Wedding proposal, Funeral / Memorial service, Church service, Hotel / Restaurant event, Private event, Corporate event, Concert, Cruise

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Other skills:

Fluent sight-reader, Instrumental teaching, Theory teaching, Examiner, Community music worker, Arranger, Audio engineer, Sound technician, Transcription

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