Bach, J S - Cello Suites Nos. 1-6 - Tunnicliffe, Richard (cello)
Richard Tunnicliffe, cello
Experience, virtuosity and individuality are all required when tackling J.S. Bach's popular cello suites; Richard Tunnicliffe brings a lifetime of insight to his debut solo recording.
Richard has made a special study of Bach's cello suites and his performances of all six have been acclaimed in Europe and Australia as well as at numerous venues in Great Britain, including Wigmore Hall and the Purcell Room in London.
Richard's recording of the complete cello concerti by John Garth with the Avison Ensemble was chosen as 'Critic's Choice' by Gramophone, 'Concerto Recording of the Month' by The Strad and twice as 'CD of the Week' by Classic FM.
Richard Tunnicliffe's broad experience and versatility mark him out amongst the best of today's impressive array of instrumentalists.
Richard has enjoyed a long and varied career at the forefront of Britain's thriving period instrument movement and is a member of the renowned viol consort Fretwork and principal cello with the Avison Ensemble.
Richard has played with the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment, Boston Symphony, Frankfurt Radio S.O., City of Birmingham S.O., English National Opera, Scottish Chamber Orchestra, the London Mozart Players, The Gabrieli Consort and the Academy of Ancient Music.
Richard Tunnicliffe press:
"Tunnicliffe's tone is rich and deep across the range of his cello...and his technique is more than up to the demands." Fanfare
"The performances are excellent, with Richard Tunnicliffe irresistibly mixing grace and virtuosity."
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