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Check out these examples of some of the session work I’ve done, then scroll down for a full resumé of projects that I’ve been involved with….
Bands and collaborations that I’ve been a part of either creating, writing, recording, touring, filming, or all of the above.
Classical experience showing a broad range of ensembles across many styles and scales.
Session cello work for bands and solo artists, recorded either in professional studios, a location of their choosing, or from home.
Bands & Collaborations
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2008 - Present | electric cello, guitar, bass & synths
Working with Evi is where I learned most about crafting music as well as presenting it live and on record. As a core part of Evi’s band, I have contributed to 3 studio albums, and toured extensively in the UK and Europe including major festivals and headline tours.
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2021 - Present | acoustic cello
Working as a trio with Mae and flautist Ronja Schlumberger, we have arranged, produced and recorded an album of original songs to be released in March 2023.
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2019 - Present | Electric cello & bass
Writing and recording for a series of EP’s as well as touring the UK, I have focused on improving my bass skills, and expanding my electric cello palette.
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2019 - Present | multi-instrumentation and vocals
This is my own creative project, combining my passions for atmospheric soundscapes and alternative grungy rock. This project has been my primary first-hand experience of creating a band from scratch and getting to know every tiny detail of the overall process of making, releasing and promoting music.
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2021- Present | Electric cello, piano, guitar & bass
Signed to Bella Union, this collaborative project was born when 7 different UK based musicians (Stuart Brathwaite of Mogwai, Elisabeth Elektra, Ash Babb, Evi Vine, Steven Hill, Matthew Rochford and Ben Roberts) decided to spend a week in the most remote recording studio in the country, Black Bay. The result was an album of impassioned songs that is set for release in 2023 with accompanying UK & European tours.
Website launching soon
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2018 - Present | cello
I’ve played several live shows and contributed to 2 studio albums with Jo-Beth under the stage names of RISE and Talitha Rise, as well as under her own name. Our next tour is due in summer of 2023.
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2010 - 2017 | Cello & Vocals
This band was a formative part of learning how to throw myself into performances and entertain. Acoustic punk, cider festivals, fancy dress, standing on tables, lying on the floor, it was the perfect schooling in letting go and keeping it simple but silly.
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Classical
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I have performed regularly at events and parties as a solo cellist (acoustic and electric), and am currently building my experience to perform classical recitals and with orchestras. I also play with a pianist, Liz Coxon, if required (see Sacred Spaces, below).
Sample repertoire (requests taken):
Bach cello suites 1, 2 & 3
Saint-Saëns - Le Cygne (The Swan)
Max Brüch - Kol Nedrei
Saint-Saëns - Allegro Appassionato
Ennio Morricone - Gabriel’s Oboe
Improvisations
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2017 - 2022 | Principal Cellist
With TSO I played a broad selection of works including modern original compositions, 20th century works, romantic classics and early music, always digging deep into the characters and stories behind the notes.
I love getting involved with all aspects of orchestral life from choosing repertoire, to transporting timpani between venues, to making the tea at break time.
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2018 - Present | Cellist & Founding Member
String quartets are possibly my all time favourite ensemble. in 4PLAY we have our own twist on the traditional format, performing a blend of American and Scandi folk alongside arrangements of alternative rock songs and even a few classical pieces.
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2020 - Present
A duet of cello and piano, this project was formed in order to explore and perform music that feels sacred. Bach, Faure and Arvo Pärt are presented as pieces for quiet reflection and deep spiritual connectivity.
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Mid Somerset Orchestra : 2007 - 2016
University of Plymouth Orchestra : 2003 - 2005
Bristol String Quartet
Mariposa string quartet : 2003 - 2006
Guernsey Symphony Orchestra: 2001 - 2007
Guernsey Chamber Orchestra: 2001 - 2006
Guernsey Choral & Orchestral Society: 2001 - 2007
Channel Islands Youth Orchestra: 2000 - 2003
Guernsey Youth Orchestra: 1999 - 2003
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Les Misérables (School edition): Inspector Javert - 2003
The Hired Man: Jackson Pennington - 2004
South Pacific: Lt. Joseph Cable - 2005
Fame: Tyrone Jackson - 2006
Hot Mikado: cast - 2007
Annie: cello - 2009
Beauty & The Beast: cello - 2010
Oliver: cello - 2011
The Gondoliers: cello - 2013
Sessions
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Nick Coleman (acoustic grunge)- 2 tracks; by ear
Martin Wardley (dark folk) - 2 tracks; from written music
Dave Woan (folk) - 2 tracks; from song charts
Ruby Moon (folk) - 1 track; co-written
Edward Gild (folk) - 2 tracks; co-written
Jasmine Hunter (songwriter) - 4 tracks; co-written
Max Price (pop) - 4 tracks; produced, engineered, and played all instruments
Colin Manson (folk) - 1 track; by ear
Anna Ling (folk) - 2 tracks; from song charts
Joe Hitchcock (progressive / jazz) - 1 track; by ear
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Petrol Girls (alternative rock) - 1 track; by ear
Love Amongst Ruin (rock) - 3 tracks; by ear
Oroskhaos (gothic) - 2 tracks; from song charts
DAL (jazz) - 2 tracks; by ear improv
Koala Attack (punk) - 1 track; by ear
