Manchester Cello & Guitar Wedding Duo

Manchester Cello & Guitar Wedding Duo brings together the timeless elegance of cello and the warmth of acoustic guitar to create beautifully crafted live music for weddings, corporate events and special occasions. What makes the duo especially unique is not just their sound, but their connection. As mother and son, Claire and Jonny bring a natural musical chemistry built on years of shared experience, trust and understanding, something that shines through in every performance. Their repertoire blends popular music classics and bespoke arrangements, allowing them to create the perfect atmosphere for everything from intimate wedding ceremonies to lively drinks receptions and sophisticated corporate events. Whether performing a couple’s chosen aisle song or providing elegant background music for guests to enjoy, their focus is always on creating memorable moments through live music. Claire trained at the prestigious Guildhall School of Music and Drama and has enjoyed a varied professional career spanning solo recitals, orchestral freelancing and international performance work. Her early career included performing with London orchestras, recording sessions at Abbey Road Studios, and travelling the world performing in concert halls and onboard cruise productions. Alongside concert work, Claire has built extensive experience performing at weddings and private events, from string quartets in Covent Garden to luxury venues on Park Lane, and more recently at some of the North West’s most beautiful venues including Arley Hall, Hoghton Tower and Mottram Hall. Alongside performing, she continues to freelance and teach across the North West. Jonny studied at Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts, where he honed his craft as a guitarist, songwriter and performer. One of the standout moments of his training was a songwriting tutorial with Paul McCartney himself. Since graduating, he has performed extensively across the UK and Europe, supporting acts such as The Libertines, Feeder and The Rifles at major venues including Alexandra Palace, O2 Academy Brixton and Manchester Academy. His recording work has included collaborations with producers Ken Nelson and Rich Turvey, with music featured on BBC Radio 2 and BBC Radio 6 Music. Together, Claire and Jonny combine classical training, contemporary creativity and years of live performance experience to offer something truly personal. Their performances are tailored to each event and delivered with warmth, professionalism and heart. Their aim is simple, to create unforgettable moments and the perfect soundtrack for life’s most important occasions.