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Alex Marshall

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Cellist, Electric Cellist & Vocalist based in London available for sessions, weddings and events across the UK
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Alex is a Cellist, Electric Cellist and Vocalist with Zambian and English heritage based in the UK. A performer, collaborator and session musician, she works for some of the busiest ensembles in London and across the UK, such as the Urban Soul Orchestra, Wired Strings, London Electronic Orchestra and Parallax Orchestra. As a session Cellist, Alex has performed/recorded/toured with artists such as Calum Scott, Ellie Goulding, Paolo Nutini, Annie Lennox, Liam Gallagher, Tom Odell, Paloma Faith, Little Mix, Mumford and Sons and Enya, as well as performing at some of the UK’s most prestigious venues and recording studios; the Royal Albert Hall, Abbey Road and The O2 Arena. Alex has made several TV and Radio appearances, including “Later... with Jools Holland”, The Graham Norton Show, The X Factor and the BBC Radio 1 Live Lounge and has also performed at festivals such as Latitude, Secret Garden Party and Festival No.6. Alex studied at Leeds College of Music with Alfia Nakipbekova, and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Combined (Classical / Pop) Performance. She was presented with the Principal’s Award in 2014 for her dedication to the conservatoire and remains an ambassador for the college. Alex currently plays on a John Johnson English Cello of 1756, or either of her electric Cellos - a Scottish “Starfish” Electric Cello, with a mahogany body or a custom silver Yamaha SVC100.

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Alex's Reviews

From Encore customers:

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Emma W
2 years ago
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5 out of 5

Alex was so professional from start to finish and made me feel so relaxed which is just what you need on your wedding day. Everyone loved her music and I would 100% use her again. Thank you Emma

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Zoe B
2 years ago
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5 out of 5

Alex played perfectly at our wedding in the lake district and it was wonderful to hear both the cello and piano together, thank you so much it was magical. Xx

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Ali W
4 years ago, for a Wedding in London
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5 out of 5

A very experienced session, event and wedding performer, we would highly recommend Alex for any kind of booking. Alex performed as a solo Cellist at our client's drinks reception - it was a perfectly balanced mix of pop and classical repertoire, which created a chic and relaxed atmosphere.

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4 years ago, for a Corporate event in London
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5 out of 5

Alex has been performing with London String Group since the company launched in 2016, she is a supremely talented cellist and musician, fantastic to work with and consequently one of our go-to cellists. Alex brings an amazing energy to her performances, and is incredibly versatile. Whether it’s to join an Artist’s 20 piece live band at a stadium performance to audiences in their 10,000’s or a solo session at Abbey Road Studios, we can rely on Alex to always bring the best. She’s great fun to work with and her sparkling personality shines through in her playing.

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Alex's Song list

All songs are accompanied by either piano backing track, or bespoke pop backing tracks arranged for live performance.
CLASSICAL
Air in F (from the Water Music) - Handel
Air on the G String - Bach
Allegro Appassionato - Saint-Saens
Apres un Reve - Faure
Arioso - Bach
Ave Maria - Bach
Ave Maria - Schubert
Bouree - Bach
Canon in D - Pachelbel
Concerto in G Minor (Mvt II) - Vivaldi
Elegie - Faure
Jesu, Joy of Mans Desiring - Bach
Kol Nidrei - Bruch
Largo From Xerxes - Bach
Minuet in G - Mozart
Pavane - Faure
Pie Jesu - Bach
Prelude (Suite No.1 in G) - Bach (unaccompanied)
Salut d'Amor - Elgar
Sheep May Safely Graze - Bach
Sleepers Awake - Bach
Song Without Words - Mendelssohn
Symphony No.9 (Theme from Mvt. II) - Dvorak
The Prince and the Young Princess - Rimsky-Korsakov
The Swan - Saint-Saens
Winter - Vivaldi
POP
A Thousand Years - Christina Perry
Adventure of a Lifetime - Coldplay
Ain't No Sunshine - Bill Withers
Be The One - Dua Lipa
Bittersweet Symphony - The Verve
Chasing Cars - Snow Patrol
Clocks - Coldplay
Don't You Worry Child - Swedish House Mafia
For the Love of A Princess - From 'Braveheart'
How Deep Is Your Love - Calvin Harris
Human Nature - Michael Jackson
Hoppipolla - Sigur Ros
If I Ain't Got You - Alicia Keys
Love Me Like You Do - Ellie Goulding
Make You Feel My Love - Adele
Moon River - Audrey Hepburn
One Day Like This - Elbow
Paradise - Coldplay
Passionfruit - Drake
Perfect - Ed Sheeran
Skyfall - Adele
So Good to Me - Chris Malinchak
Somewhere Over The Rainbow - Israel Kamakawiwo
Sorry - Justin Bieber
Symphony - Zara Larsson
Thinking Out Loud - Ed Sheeran
This is What You Came For - Rihanna
Titanium - David Guetta ft. Sia
Use Somebody - Kings of Leon
Viva La Vida - Coldplay
We Found Love - Rihanna
What a Wonderful World - Louis Armstrong
Yellow - Coldplay
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Alex's Prices

Note: prices may vary based on travel distance. For an exact quote, click “Check availability”.

Standard Prices
Performance durationPrice
Short performance (up to 15 min)£375
Up to 1 hour£375
Up to 2 hours£500
Up to 3 hours£625
Packages
Wedding Ceremony
Gathering Music (30 minutes) Ceremony Exit Music (15 minutes) *Ceremony Music includes Bridal Entrance, Signing of the Register (x2 song choices) and Exit Music
£350
Drinks Reception
Two performances of up to 45 mins each during your drinks reception
£350
High Impact 15/20 Minute Show (Electric Cello Only)
A showstopping 15/20 minute show with choreography to start, finish or punctuate any event. Most suited to corporate award ceremonies, celebrations and dinners. Additional lineups available: Duo, Trio or String Quartet (Electric Instruments). Please ask for availability and price.
£350
Wedding Ceremony + Drinks Reception
Gathering (30 minutes) Ceremony Exit Music + x2 45 minute performances during the Drinks Reception
£450
Customer questions

Do you have different line-up options?

I can perform with singers and other instrumentalists - please just ask and I'll be happy to help! Duos, trios and quartet available for both acoustic and electric performances.

What if my timings change after I've booked you?

I always try my best to be flexible with timings and always offer a 30-minute grace period on the day in case your timings are delayed. If the event timings drastically change, please let me know ASAP as it may affect my availability.

How much time do you need to set up?

If performing by myself, I need roughly 45 minutes to comfortably setup and soundcheck.

Can I pick the pieces you play from the set list?

I usually judge the atmosphere at most events for the type of material to play, taking into consideration any preference in genre (Classical / Pop / Film) Similarly, whilst I'm not able to take entirely personalised setlists, if there is a piece of music you are desperate to hear, please get in touch and I will try my best to accommodate you.

Do you bring all the equipment you need to perform?

Yes, I bring all PA and audio equipment.

Can you learn specific pieces before the event?

If a song isn't included in my song list there may still be a chance I already know it. If there is a particular song you'd like me to learn I am happy to do this for you for a small fee - let me know and I will be happy to accommodate this.

What do your clients love most about your performances?

My performance is always a unique and interesting mix of classical-crossover repertoire, or pop repertoire that has been specifically arranged for Cello - I use bespoke backing tracks that have been tailored to my performance and take care in selecting tracks that I feel suit moods, occasions and provide the right atmosphere for any event.

Which venues have you performed at in the past?

Royal Albert Hall Royal Festival Hall Abbey Road Studios Air Studios The O2 Arena Wembley Stadium Wembley Arena RAK Studios London Palladium The Barbican

Which artists have you been most influenced by?

My influences are right across the spectrum, from Classical to Pop, Rock and Jazz - my interests are varied and I like to listen to discover new music through experimenting with different genres and artists.

What is the most high profile gig you've performed?

Little Mix - Apple Music Live in London (Ruby Music) Paolo Nutini - Zermatt Unplugged Festival Mumford & Sons - O2 Tour Date 2018 (Ruby Music) Liam Gallagher - BBC Later... With Jools Holland (Urban Soul Orchestra)
Musicianship
Genres:
Traditional church music, Classical, Classical crossover, Contemporary classical, Film / TV music, Musical theatre, Ibiza club, House, Electronic, Ambient, Pop, Covers, Top 40, Deep house, Acoustic
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Event types:
Wedding, Wedding proposal, Funeral / Memorial service, Church service, Hotel / Restaurant event, Bar / Club / Venue event, Private event, Corporate event, Charity event, Concert, Recording session, Theatre / Show, Cruise, Birthday party, Christmas party, New Year's Eve
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Other skills:
Arranger, Actor, Fluent sight-reader, Fluent improviser, Instrumental teaching
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