Back by popular demand and celebrating the new Beyond Cello division of the London Cello Society, we bring you once again another Beyond Cello event, a provocative and radical vision of cello playing with diverse talents in the world of ‘alternative cello’. Lines are continually blurring between genres of music, and global influences are bringing to the Western world new and imaginative ways of making music. The cello is one of the primary instruments in this revolution.

Leaders in this field include improvisers, singers and composer-cellists, cabaret performers and groups in which the cello is a featured soloist and an equal to the accordion, guitar and oud.

This event brings together the compelling artistry of Ernst Reijseger, whom The Strad magazine characterised as ‘colourful, inventive, dynamic and virtuosic’; Shirley Smart, whose work with Melange and other ensembles is gaining her a glowing reputation; as well as a diverse group of guest artists.

There will be experimental classes and concerts on the day, and an adventurous evening cabaret of star cellists from the UK who explore a wide variety of styles, including comedy.