British Cello Society Launch Event

British Cello Society Launch Event
Date and time
23 Nov 2025 11am - 5.30pm
Location

Royal Birmingham Conservatoire

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Price

£5 - £40

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British Cello Society Launch Event: Cello Roots – Music of the British Isles: Folk & Beyond

Join us at Royal Birmingham Conservatoire for the launch of the British Cello Society (BCS).

Presented in partnership with Royal Birmingham Conservatoire, Cello Roots – Music of the British Isles: Folk & Beyond, is a day dedicated to music-making, creativity, and the vibrant folk traditions of the British Isles.

The event welcomes cellists of all ages and abilities for a full day of workshops, ensemble playing, and performances.

Event highlights include:

  • A Creative Cello Adventure with Joanna Borrett
  • Massed Cello Ensemble led by Tommaso Nista
  • A closing concert featuring Laura van der Heijden and Matthew Sharp, performing music by Rebecca Clarke, Errollyn Wallen, Frank Bridge, and more

Schedule of Events

  • 11.00-12.50: Youth Division

Sections 1-3 (Grades 1-6)
Section 4 (Grade 7, 8, 8+ and Conservatoire level). Improvising, Composing, Dreaming…A Creative Cello Adventure with Joanna Borrett

  • 13.40: Student Concert featuring the cellists of the RBC Junior Dept
  • 14.15-15.45: Young Cello Ensemble: (Grades 3-6 and optional for Grades 1 and 2)
  • 14.00-16.00: Adult Division

Massed cellos: Vaughan Williams Fantasia on Greensleeves and other works arranged for large cello ensemble. With Tommaso Nista, conductor

  • 16.30: Cellists in Concert: Matthew Sharp and Laura van der Heijden, with pianist Jâms Coleman, will perform works by Rebecca Clarke, Errollyn Wallen, Frank Bridge, and others.

Ticket Prices
                                        BCS Members    Non-Members
Students                          £30                     £40
Teachers/Observers      £15                     £20
Concert only                    £5                       £10

For full details and booking information, please visit the British Cello Society’s event page here.
For any queries, please contact the British Cello Society at info@britishcellos