Bach Cello Suites by Candlelight

Step into the serene, candlelit splendour of St Mary le Strand and experience the timeless beauty of J.S. Bach’s Cello Suites, performed by the acclaimed cellist Hannah Lewis. Nestled in the heart of London, this exquisite baroque church—rich in history and architectural grandeur—provides the perfect backdrop for an evening of musical reflection and inspiration.

Regarded as some of the most profound works ever written for solo instrument, Bach’s Suites for Cello are a journey through grace, melancholy, strength, and serenity. In this special performance, you’ll hear three of the most beloved suites—each one a masterful expression of Bach’s genius and emotional depth.

Let the pure, unaccompanied voice of the cello transport you in a setting of breathtaking beauty, just steps from the bustle of the West End. With a wealth of bars and restaurants nearby, it’s an ideal way to begin your weekend with elegance and artistry.

Featuring

• Hannah Lewis (cello)

Programme

• J.S. Bach – Cello Suite No. 1 in G major
• J.S. Bach – Cello Suite No. 2 in D minor
• J.S. Bach – Cello Suite No. 6 in D major

About the Artist
Hannah Lewis was born in Watford and started learning the cello at the age of 5. She gained a scholarship to study at the Royal Academy of Music with David Smith, and since graduating has developed a busy career as a freelance cellist and teacher.
She has always had a special passion for chamber music and in 2012 she formed the Cygnus Piano Trio with two fellow students at the Academy, Javier Montañana and César Saura. Over the last ten years, the trio has studied with internationally famous performers, competed successfully in various competitions, and performed widely in Europe and the UK. From 2017 to 2020 they participated in the specialised chamber music courses run by the Accademia Walter Stauffer in Cremona (Italy), working closely with members of the Quartetto di Cremona. They have attended many other chamber music courses and masterclasses in the UK and Europe, and have been coached by world renowned musicians such as Pascal Devoyon, Raphael Wallfisch, Krzyzstof Smietana and Sergei Bressler. In 2018 and 2019 the trio was invited to take part in a series of masterclasses with Alfred Brendel in Pistoia (Italy).