Cellists for hire in Southend-on-Sea

Hire a cellist in Southend-on-Sea for your special event. The cello is the perfect instrument to have performed at your wedding, party or event. With the instrument's beautiful tone, our cellists provide stunning performances of genres from classical through to pop. Get inspired and browse 146 of the most fantastic musicians nearby right here.

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Hire Miriam Louise Cox
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£187.50 - £468.75
CellistKent

Unique multilayered cello, with live looped cello backing tracks. Revamped well known classics or original improvised creations.

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Hire Shanti Jayasinha
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£200 - £375
CellistLeigh-on-Sea

Shanti is extremely experienced in Latin, Brazilian, Jazz and World Music. He plays trumpet and cello.

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Hire Annie Hodgson
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CellistEssex

Cellist from Essex

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Hire Anna Kempton
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From£180
CellistLondon

I studied in Budapest, Salzburg and the RCM, and am a versatile cellist with extensive experience in chamber and orchestral music.

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Hire The 286
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From£280
CellistSidcup

The 286 are London's only rock & rock orchestra, sounding like a collaboration between The Beatles and Beethoven

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Hire Lydia Alonso
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£380 - £700
CellistLondon

London-based cellist and arranger. Lidia Alonso provides both classical cello music for concerts and her unique high-energy Electric show!

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Hire Samuel Warner
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£180 - £340
CellistBath

Highly sought after across the UK as a versatile musician, Sam provides a personalised, reliable service for every event.

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Hire SoloCello EmilyMitchell
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£275 - £375
CellistBrighton

Emily is a cellist based in the south of the UK, performing classical, jazz and pop with backing tracks and PA for weddings and events.

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Hire CelloUna
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£281.25 - £350
CellistStockport

#1cello for Weddings, Funerals and Events in the North West! Quality cello music with backing tracks - from Bach to Beatles and beyond.

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Hire Anna GARDE
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£200 - £400
CellistLondon

Undergraduate second year student at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama studying cello with Rebecca Gilliver.

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Hire Isabella Dembinska
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£200 - £360
CellistCheshire, UK

Professional cellist and electric cellist, performing throughout UK and abroad for concerts, weddings and events.

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Hire Cellist Eliza
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£395 - £575
CellistMerseyside

Award-winning Cheshire-based cellist providing classical & pop music for weddings & events. Beautiful and bespoke music guaranteed.

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Hire Rebecca Rose
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£375 - £500
CellistWorcestershire

Solo cellist providing spell binding and heartfelt music for weddings and events all over the UK and Europe.

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Hire Louise Dearsley
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From£180
CellistLondon

Louise is an experienced professional cellist with a huge repertoire of well-known classical music and songs to enhance any event.

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Hire Isobelle Austin
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£375 - £625
CellistLondon

Award-winning classical and contemporary cellist for weddings, events, recordings, sessions, live shows and concerts.

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Hire Cellist Jenny
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£375 - £725
CellistLondon

Experienced acoustic and electric cellist based in London, covering all music genres such as classical, Pop, Bollywood, R&B and Afrobeats.

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Hire Catherine Lee
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£312.50 - £562.50
CellistLondon

Award-winning cellist with experience performing in weddings and corporate events with clients including Samsung, BBC, Disney & BMW.

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Hire Cupid's Bow Cello Duo
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From£299
CellistManchester

Cello duo with a versatile repertoire, playing Bach to the Beatles, Beyoncé and more. Perfect for weddings and functions.

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Hiring a Cellist in Southend-On-Sea

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Popular genres:
Classical, Pop, Jazz
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1 hour
Busiest times:
July, August, September

How much does it cost to hire a Cellist in Southend-on-Sea?

The typical price for a Cellist is:
£Budget£250
££Pro£325
£££High-end£400+

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Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce cellist?

In British English, the word "cellist" is pronounced as "CHEL-ist." The emphasis is on the first syllable, and the "c" is pronounced as "ch," making it sound like "CHEL-ist.”

What kind of music can a cellist play?

Just about anything! Cellists will usually be most comfortable playing classical music, but that doesn't mean they won't be able to put together a fresh rendition of your favourite pop, folk, or jazz tune. Always discuss any requests with the cellist beforehand to give them enough time to practice.

Will I need to provide the cellist with any equipment?

Other than a seat without arms, probably not. If your venue is small, they will likely play unamplified. All they'll need to make the music happen is their cello, a bow, and a receptive audience (oh, and probably a music stand). If your venue is larger, they should be able to provide amplification.

Can a cellist play the violin?

Whether or not a cellist can play the violin depends on their skills and experience. While there are some similarities between the two instruments, there are also some significant differences. Similarities - Both instruments are bowed stringed instruments, which means that they are played by rubbing a bow across strings to produce sound. - Both instruments have four strings. - Both instruments are used in a variety of musical genres, including classical, jazz, and folk. Differences - The violin is significantly smaller than the cello. This means that cellists will need to adapt their technique to play the violin, such as using a shorter bow and adjusting their fingering positions. - The cello has a warmer, richer sound than the violin. This is due to the larger size of the cello and the way that its sound resonates within the cello's body. - The violin is more agile and expressive than the cello. This is due to the smaller size of the violin and the fact that it is held closer to the body, which allows cellists to use more arm and hand movements. While it is possible for cellists to learn to play the violin, it will require some adjustment and practice. If you are interested, we have multi-instrumentalists on our books, including cellists who play the violin. Get in touch with one of our experts today to find the right one for your event.

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