Violist
Mairi McKellar
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Mairi's St Mary's Recital
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Telemann Viola Concerto
About Mairi
A classical violist and singer from Scotland, based in Cardiff.
Currently studying a Master's Degree in Orchestral Performance at RWCMD
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Mairi's Reviews
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Callum Y
1 year ago, for a Private event in Edinburgh
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Alan C
1 year ago
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Mairi's Song list
All movements from Bach Cello Suite 1
All movements from Bach Cello Suite 2
All movements from Bach Cello Suite 3
'Concerto for Viola and Strings in D', Telemann
'Concerto for Viola and Orchestra in D', Hoffmeister
'Rhapsody Concerto for Viola', Martinu
'Concerto for Viola and Orchestra in G minor', Forsyth
'Sonata for Viola and Piano in F minor', Brahms
'Sonata for Viola and Piano in A minor', Schubert
'An Evening Suite for Viola and Piano', Robert Bridson
'Les Tendres Plaintes', Rameau
String solo/duo/trio/quartet arrangements including:
'Killer Queen', Queen
'And So It Goes', Billy Joel
'Home', Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros
'Love of My Life', Queen
'Lay All Your Love on Me', ABBA
'Yesterday', The Beatles
'The Partisan', Leonard Cohen
'Hallelujah', Leonard Cohen
'Lullaby', Sleeping at Last
'Wildest Dreams', Taylor Swift
'Carry Me', The Seekers
'Amazing Grace', John Newton
'Another Love', Tom Odell
'California Dreaming', Mamas and Papas
'Erlkonig for Violin and Viola', Schubert
Mairi's Prices
Note: prices may vary based on travel distance. For an exact quote, click “Check availability”.
Standard Prices
Performance duration | Price | |
Short performance (up to 15 min) | £62.50 | |
Up to 1 hour | £200 | |
Up to 2 hours | £250 | |
Up to 3 hours | £312.50 |
Add-ons
Skype Consultation and 3 New Songs Learned
+£37.50
Customer questions
What do your clients love most about your performances?
My professionalism, my flexibility and ability to adapt depending on the event type, and my friendly approach in the organisation process.
Which venues have you performed at in the past?
Exeter Cathedral
Greyfriars Kirk, Edinburgh
Elphinstone Hall, University of Aberdeen
King's College Chapel, University of Aberdeen
St Machar's Cathedral, Aberdeen
Usher Hall, Edinburgh
Glasgow Royal Concert Hall
City Halls, Glasgow
Caird Hall, Dundee
Perth Concert Hall
Aberdeen Music Hall
Albert Halls, Stirling
Which artists have you been most influenced by?
David Aaron Carpenter, Kim Kashkashian, Timothy Ridout, Tabea Zimmerman, Nicola Benedetti
What is the most high profile gig you've performed?
I performed for Queen Consort Camilla at the 10th anniversary of her appointment as Chancellor of the University of Aberdeen
Do you have different line-up options?
Yes! There are different options of string duos, trios, quartets, quintets (all with the option of including piano). There will be an additional fee for each musician, to ensure they are paid properly for their work.
What if my timings change after I've booked you?
I always try my best to be flexible to help ensure your event runs as smoothly as possible. If timings change slightly in the run up to the event, just let me know.
How much time do you need to set up?
I usually set up about 1 to 1.5 hours before the performance time. As soon as any equipment is set up I can provide a free playlist service to help set the atmosphere and get your guests ready for our live performance!
Can I pick the pieces you play from the set list?
My set lists are crafted from countless performances and learning what works best to ensure guests dance and have an amazing time. However, I'm definitely happy to chat through and make sure I find what works for your event.
Do you bring all the equipment you need to perform?
Yes, absolutely! I bring my own instrument to play acoustically.
Can you learn specific pieces before the event?
If a song isn't included in my song list there is still be a chance I already know it. If there is a special song you'd like me to learn I am happy to do this for you. There is an additional fee for this service to take into account rehearsal times.
Musicianship
Genres:
Classical, Baroque, Classical crossover, Early music, Contemporary classical, Film / TV music, Medieval music, Musical theatre, Opera, Renaissance, Christmas, Ceilidh, Folk, Traditional Scottish folk, Scottish music
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Event types:
Wedding, Virtual event, Wedding proposal, Funeral / Memorial service, Church service, Charity event, Corporate event, Private event, Hotel / Restaurant event, Concert, Recording session, Theatre / Show, Cruise, Burns night, New Year's Eve, Christmas party, Birthday party
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Other skills:
Arranger, Transcription, Actor, Dancer, Fluent improviser, Fluent sight-reader, Perfect pitch, Instrumental teaching, Theory teaching, Composition teaching, Community music worker, Musicologist, Composer
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