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Cello) graduated from his studies at the Royal Northern College of Music (RNCM) in Manchester where he studied with Nicholas Jones. He then progressed onto the Conservatorio della Svizzera Italiana in Lugano, Switzerland where he joined the class of International soloist Johannes Goritzki. Notable solo performances include playing the Saint-Saëns concerto with the Carlisle Youth Orchestra and the Haydn cello concerto in C major with the Solway Sinfonia. Alex performed with Nicky Spence (the Scottish teno...

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Solo | Melinda Gourlay : Cellist

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Melinda Gourlay : Cellist. At the age of fourteen, Melinda began lessons with Rod McGrath, principal Cellist with the West Australian Symphony Orchestra and former co-principal of the London Symphony Orchestra. Under Rod’s guidance, Melinda won numerous prizes at the Fremantle Eisteddfod, including the Open String Recital Trophy. Melinda came to the U.K. in 2003, studying at the Royal Northern College of Music with Alice Neary and later with Karine Georgian. A podcast supporting new works. Melinda is pro...

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Listen | Melinda Gourlay : Cellist

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Melinda Gourlay : Cellist. Haydn – Concerto for Cello in D Major No.2 Hob VII b/2 (1st movement). Recorded at the RSAMD Concert Hall with Susannah Wapshott, piano. JS Bach – Prelude in D minor from Suite II BWV 1008. JS Bach – Courante in D minor from Suite II BWV 1008. Paul Graener (1872-1944) – Eine Singstimme und ein Cello musizieren, Drei Gedichte von Gerhart Hauptmann. 1st Movement “Es ist so ein stiller, heiliger Tag”. Performed with Benjamin Weaver at St. Brides, Hyndland. Size Zero Opera Company.

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Chamber Music | Melinda Gourlay : Cellist

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Melinda Gourlay : Cellist. Melinda’s most successful chamber group was the Watahiki Quartet, whom she played with until 2009. The quartet performed recitals around the Northwest, and took part in collaborative work with other musicians and groups. They have performed with Susannah Wapshott, Rob Gardiner, and Jane Sheldon. And has also worked with Ailis Ni Riain on her production Sawn-off Opera. In Manchester. Melinda also regularly supports and performs works by Laura Bowler. Size Zero Opera Company.

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Experience | Melinda Gourlay : Cellist

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Melinda Gourlay : Cellist. Melinda has worked with special needs children, volunteering for a project Hear Me Out at the Royal School for the Deaf and Communication Disorders in Manchester. She worked for Special Virtuosi. For over two years, where she taught musicianship, orchestral techniques, put on fundraisers and organised concerts for young people with special needs in Manchester. In Liverpool, Melinda volunteered for Sistema Scotland’s project Big Noise. Melinda is currently a member of MusicBook.

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Orchestra | Melinda Gourlay : Cellist

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Melinda Gourlay : Cellist. Melinda has been playing in orchestras since the age of 12, where she began in the West Australian Youth Orchestra. She was co-principal cello of WAYO from 2002-2003, and went on the ‘New Horizons’ European Tour with the orchestra, including performances in Australia House in London, Dvorak Hall in Prague and the Australian Embassy in Berlin. Melinda is currently a casual player with the West Australian Symphony Orchestra. Royal Northern College of Music. Size Zero Opera Company.

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Weddings and Events | Melinda Gourlay : Cellist

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Melinda Gourlay : Cellist. Add a touch of elegance to your function with the sounds of classical music. At a fraction of the cost of a group, Melinda can provide a beautiful, sonorous layer of atmosphere to your event. With over 10 years experience of playing for weddings and corporate events, Melinda has a wealth of experience and repertoire at her fingertips. Working and performing with professional musicians regularly, Melinda can also provide a duo (piano and cello), trio or quartet. Lento from &#821...

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Session Musician | Melinda Gourlay : Cellist

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Melinda Gourlay : Cellist. Melinda has recorded and performed for various groups around the UK. Highlights include recording for Corinne Bailey Rae’s new album,. In St Malo, France. She has recently played with songwriter Tiff Griffin with the group. Performing regularly around Scotland. Royal Northern College of Music. Scottish International Cello Festival. Site de l'Association George Onslow. Size Zero Opera Company. Want new posts by email? Join 404 other followers. Melinda Gourlay : Cellist.

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Baroque Cello | Melinda Gourlay : Cellist

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Melinda Gourlay : Cellist. Melinda has always had an interest in period performance, which led her to take up the Baroque Cello at college. She studied with Susan Sheppard and Pauline Nobes at the Royal Northern College of Music, and has since had coaching with Alison McGillivray in Glasgow. To read Melinda’s dissertation click here. A Study in Performance Practice of George Onslow Quintets Op. 38, 39 and 40. For the Yorke Trust in 2008. She has recently been working with the Eris Ensemble in Scotland.