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 Kirsten Jensen.  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
Kirsten Jensen (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. 3 in C major

Kirsten  Jensen is an award-winning cellist with an international career spanning solo, chamber, and cross-genre performances. She made her solo debut performing Schumann’s Cello Concerto with the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra while studying under the esteemed cellist and pedagogue Johannes Goritzki. Since then, she has cultivated a dynamic freelance career, with a particular passion for chamber music.
Following her advanced studies in Switzerland, Kirsten joined the acclaimed Ragazze Quartet in the Netherlands. With the ensemble, she recorded several albums for Channel Classics, and performed regularly on live television and radio, as well as at prestigious venues including the Royal Concertgebouw. Upon returning to the UK, Kirsten was named Best British Cellist at the 2016 International Music Competition Grand Prize Virtuoso. She has since performed with a range of distinguished ensembles, including the historic Allegri Quartet and the Primrose Piano Quartet. She also performs regularly in a duo with celebrated pianist John Thwaites, with whom she recently performed a series of concerts in China, and piano trios with Madeleine Mitchell and Julian Milford. Her international appearances span major concert series and festivals across Europe, the United States, Indonesia, and Japan, including IMS Prussia Cove, the Piatigorsky International Cello Festival, Rottweil Sommersprossen, and Hatfield House Chamber Music Festival.