Classical cello show at the linenhall arts centre

Leonard Elschenbroich presents an evening of masterpieces from the solo cello repertoire at the Linenhall Arts Centre in Castlebar this Thursday, November 27, at 8 p.m. as part of a prestigious Music Network tour.

One of the most charismatic cellists of his generation, and lauded for his gorgeous tone and wonderfully expressive playing, Leonard will perform an intriguing programme of music with which he has a deep affinity, interweaving his playing with anecdotes and stories of personal connections to the pieces.

The young German cellist has already performed with a number of eminent conductors and was chosen as a BBC New Generation Artist in 2012. He has won a slew of awards and performed at many of the world’s most prestigious venues, and has appeared with artists such as Gidon Kremer, the Sitkovetsky Trio and the piano trio he formed with Alexei Grynyuk and Nicola Benedetti. A wonderful evening of music is in prospect.

The programme includes: Bach - Suite No. 1 in G major, BWV 1007; Hindemith - Solo Sonata, Op. 25, No. 3; Piatti - 12 Caprices, Op. 25 (No. 7. Maestoso, No. 11. Adagio - Allegro); Tavener – Threnos; Lombardi - Essay 3.

Leonard's Linenhall show tomorrow (Thursday) starts at 8 p.m. Booking is advised on (094) 9023733 or online at www.thelinenhall.com.