“She plays with flawless technique, faultless intonation, and a strong yet meltingly sweet tone.” Fanfare Magazine

Ailbhe McDonagh has earned international recognition as both a soloist and chamber musician. She has performed in some of the world’s most prestigious venues, including Carnegie Hall and the Schleswig Holstein Music Festival.Her debut solo album, ‘It’s a Cello Thing’ (2012) was named CD of the week on RTE’s Lyric FM. In 2021, Ailbhe release ‘Beethoven: Complete Cello Sonatas’ with John O’Conor on the Steinway & Sons label. This year, Ailbhe released her new album, Bach: Complete Solo Cello Suites’, the first such recording by an Irish cellist.

Ailbhe has been a member of the strings faculty at the Royal Irish Academy of Music since 2010 and is also a masterclass instructor.

DATE & TIME
Friday 17th May 2024, 10pm

VENUE
The Saloon, Russborough House

TICKET INFO
Tickets €15/€7.50 student concession
(+ booking fee)

For group bookings or for those having any issues booking, please contact manager [at] westwicklowfestival.com

ARTISTS
Ailbhe McDonagh / cello

PROGRAMME
J.S. Bach – Suite No.2 in D minor, BWV 1008
J.S. Bach – Suite No.3 in C major, BMV 1009