LAURA MCFADDEN - CELLIST - PROVIDING YOUR SOUNDTRACK
WELL HELLO THERE
MUSIC FOR ANY OCCASION
Let me tell you a little bit about myself.
I have been playing cello since I was the ripe age of 7. I studied at the Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama and Queen's University, Belfast, whilst playing with local event ensembles and teaching cello in local schools.
In 2012, I up sticks and relocated to sunny Perth, Western Australia. Here, I played with the Western Australian Symphony Orchestra, Perth Symphony Orchestra, Fremantle Chamber Orchestra and the West Australian Philharmonic Orchestra, performing with many highly acclaimed musicians, including Olivia Newton John, John Farnham, Tony Hedley and Rudoph Koelman. I also performed with many local event ensembles, such as Dolce Ensembles, Sweethearts Music, Heavenstrings and Les Trois Amies, the latter of which I was a core member. I also performed in my own ensembles: Mill Point Quartet and Cut Common Duo. I have since moved back to Ireland, where I frequently perform with the Ulster Orchestra and RTE orchestras, as well as other Belfast-based event ensembles including The Ulster Quartet, Aria String Quartet, Arco String Quartet, Ionian String Quartet and The Cellists Ensemble. I have recorded on several records for local artists including Malojian, Arborist, Ryan Vail, Ciara O'Neill, Mandy Bingham, Amy Montgomery, Jess McAllister, Sam Wickens, Robocobra Quartet, Phil Kieran, ROE and the Wood Burning Savages, and work regularly with producers such as Declan Legge (Jealous of the Birds) and Declan Gaffney (U2).
But enough about me, how are you?
YOU'RE GETTING MARRIED!
CONGRATULATIONS!
How exciting! You must be under a lot of stress. Well, let me help you tick the music off the list of things-to-do. I am able to provide pre-ceremony music at your venue, music throughout your ceremony, whether it be religious or civil, as well as during pre-dinner drinks. I can provide advice on when to have music played during your ceremony and will happily suggest appropriate pieces. However, if you have 'your song' in mind, all you need do is let me know and I will have it ready to melt your heart.
BUSINESS DRINKS
TIP: A STRONG HANDSHAKE SPEAKS VOLUMES
Out for a drink with your colleagues? No problem. Some light background music is just the ticket to lighten the mood and help you forget about work. I have a wide selection of beautiful pieces that will soften the atmosphere, help you and your workmates relax and enjoy your night out.
EVERYTHING ELSE
HAPPY BIRTHDAY! MERRY CHRISTMAS! SHHHH, IT'S A SURPRISE ENGAGEMENT ....
Whatever you might be looking music for, I can help. Solo cello is such a wonderful way to add something extra to the occasion you are planning. With such a vast range of repertoire and styles, together we can find just the right soundtrack for you.
REPERTOIRE
HAVE A LOOK AT THE PIECES AVAILABLE. IF YOU HAVE SOMETHING SPECIAL IN MIND, JUST LET ME KNOW!*
Classical:
Bach: Cello Suites 1-3
Bach: Air
Bach: Arioso
Bach: Jesu Joy
Bach : Marche
Bach: Menuet in G
Boccherini: Minuet in A
Delibes: Flower Duet
Elgar: Salut D'amour
Franck: Panis Anglicus
Gluck: Andante
Handel: Queen of Sheba
Handel: Arie from Xerxes
Lottie: Aria
Marie: La Cinquantaine
Massenet: Meditation
Mendelssohn: Bridal March
Mouret: Rondeau
Mozart: Eine Kleine Nachtmusik
Pachelbel: Canon in D
Saint-Saens: The Swan
Schumann: Lento
Trad: Greensleeves
Trad: Oh Danny Boy
Vivaldi: Spring, Autumn and Winter from the Four Seasons
Wagner: Bridal Chorus
Popular:
All of Me - John Legend
All You Need is Love - The Beatles
Angel - Sarah McLoughlin
Angels - Robbie Williams
Ashoken Farewell - Trad
A Thousand Years - Christina Perri
At Last - Etta James
A whole New World from Aladdin
Beautiful Day - U2
Bridge Over Troubled Water - Simon and Garfunkel
Burn for you - John Farnham
Can you feel the love tonight - Elton John
Can't help Falling in Love - Elvis
Chapel of Love - Dixie Cups
Crazy Little Thing called Love - Queen
Danny Boy - Trad
Eternal Flame - The Bangles
Everlong - Foo Fighters
Everything I Do - Bryan Adams
Fields of gold - Sting
Friday I'm in Love - The Cure
From this Moment On - Shania Twain
Gabriels Oboe
Glasgow Love Theme from Love Actually
Greensleeves
Hallelujah - Leonard Cohen
Harry Potter Theme
Heaven - Brian Adams
Here comes the sun - The Beatles
If you're not the one - Daniel Bedingfield
I just called to say I love you - Stevie Wonder
It must be love - Madness
Love Story - Taylor Swift
L-O-V-E - Nat King Cole
Make you Feel my Love - Adele
Marry you - Bruno Mars
Moondance - Van Morrison
Moon River
Mr. Blue Sky - ELO
One Day Like This - Elbow
Runaway - Corrs
She - Elvis Costello
Signed, Sealed, Delivered - Stevie Wonder
Somewhere Over the Rainbow
Songbird - Christine McVie
The Prayer - Celine Dion and Andrea Bocelli
Viva La Vida - Coldplay
You Raise Me Up - Secret Garden
A selection of hymns are also available
*The above pieces are an example of the solo cello pieces I have available. Please email for a more extensive ensemble repertoire list. I am also able to arrange and perform other songs of your choice, as long as they are arrangeable and playable. Any additional songs requested and performed that are in need of arranging will be subject to an additional small charge. See pricing for details.
PRICE LIST*
All prices are for solo cello.
*A 100 euro/pound, non-refundable booking fee is included in the prices stated below.
Certain venues may be subject to an additional travel charge. Get in touch for your personalised quote.
Additional song requests for solo cello are free of charge. Songs requested that are not stated in the repertoire list will be subject to a 20 euro/pound additional charge per piece (Duo or larger ensemble only).
1 HOUR
270
An hour booking is perfect for civil ceremonies, drinks receptions, corporate functions and more. Short and sweet, it is the perfect addition to your civil ceremony and adds a touch of class for your event.
1.5 HOURS
320
This is an excellent length of time if you are having a church wedding. It allows time for pre-ceremony entertainment and music throughout the entirety of your ceremony. This also works for post ceremony/pre-dinner drinks or afternoon lunch with the ladies.
2 HOURS
350
The perfect length of time for your party. Whether it be a birthday, retirement or engagement soiree, 2 hours is lovely length of time to cover everything on the jukebox. (Happy birthday can be played free of charge)
CONTACT
Give me a call 10am - 3pm Mon - Sat
Or email me any time
If you would prefer a string duo, trio or the traditional string quartet, additional instrumentalists can be arranged for your special day subject to availability.
Please do not hesitate to get in touch and I’ll be happy to help with any questions you might have. I look forward to hearing from you.
Laura
+353838249215 / +447481287452
