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 Raphael Lang.  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
Raphael Lang (cello)    

Programme
Bach - Cello Suite No. 1
Bach - Cello Suite No. 2
Bach - Cello Suite No. 3

About Raphael Lang
Sub-Principal Cello with BBC National Orchestra of Wales, French/American cellist Raphael Lang, also performs regularly with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, Britten Sinfonia, and United Strings of Europe.  Concert tours with the Vivo Piano Trio, Arcana Ensemble and other chamber music groups have brought him as far afield as Russia, the Baltic, and the United States. With the support of the Leverhulme Trust and the Shoresh Charitable Trust, Raphael graduated with distinction (DipRAM) from the Royal Academy of Music in London under David Strange and Mats Lidström. He was a winner of the May Mukle Prize, the David Martin/Florence Hooton Prize,  the Wolfe Wolfinsohn Prize, the Robert Alva Memorial Prize, the Sir Peter Halling Prize, and received the Ruth Waddell Fund Award. He was designated a Leverhulme Mentor for the year 2012/2013.