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Musicians
String Musicians London only work with the best players – here are some of our top musicians!
Lucy, cello
New Zealand-Dutch cellist and RCM scholar Lucy graduated top of her class in 2018 with an Artist Diploma from the Royal College of Music, London.
She performs regularly with orchestras including the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, BBC Symphony and London Philharmonic, and has recently shared the stage with Bocelli and Tom Cruise. As a part of her performances, Lucy has toured all over the world performing as a chamber musician and an orchestral cellist, and for the last three years has performed for the UAE National Day celebrations. Lucy is also a qualified personal trainer, and when not playing music you will likely find her in the gym or running along the Thames!
‘Gijsbers’ playing was exquisite … her impressive power and rich, sweet tone sung through with wonderful artistry. The beautifully crafted phrases and full throated, rich sound showed immediately what an accomplished musician she is.’
Francisca, violin
Portuguese violinist Francisca graduated from the Royal Academy of Music with the highest honours, and in consequence performed her solo debut at Wigmore Hall.
She presents herself as a soloist, chamber and orchestral musician, and is in demand worldwide, playing in countries including Italy, Germany, Austria, Spain, United States, China, and the Netherlands.
As an orchestral musician, Francisca often performs with top orchestras including the London Symphony Orchestra, London Philharmonic Orchestra and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra.
Francisca enjoys travelling, extreme activities like skydiving, water sports, dancing in beach clubs around the Mediterranean and reading German and Russian classics.
‘Plenty of sultriness in its melodies, playing with a rich, woody tone and moments of pathos and fire’ – The Strad.
Sara, viola
Sara is a Spanish violist based in London. She graduated top of her class with a Master of Arts degree from the Royal Academy of Music in July of 2024. As a soloist, chamber and orchestral musician, she has performed all over the world in countries including Portugal, Italy, Spain, Austria and across Asia. Orchestrally, Sara works with the London Philharmonic Orchestra, with the Royal Opera House of Spain, Royal Ballet Sinfonia, and the Orchestra of Madrid. At the moment, Sara is a member of the Sinfonia Smith Square fellowship.
When not performing, Sara enjoys spending time at museums and exploring culinary novelties!
Kristen, violin
Kristen is a London-based violinist, who recently graduated from the Royal Academy of Music with Distinction. She has performed with the London Philharmonic Orchestra, and has enjoyed playing in notable venues including the Royal Festival Hall, St. John’s Smith Square, and Cadogan Hall. Kristen performs in a range of commercial settings across Europe, ranging from weddings to show premieres.
Kristen has a keen interest in the delivery of music education, and has a substantial career as a teacher in London. Her commitment to high quality music tuition and performance has led her to be selected as a Lead Instrumental Ambassador for the Benedetti Foundation, where she mentors a group of ambassadors on a weekly basis. Kristen teaches at the Junior Royal Academy of Music (JRAM).
Katya, viola
Katya is an acclaimed violist specialising in solo and chamber repertoire. Born in Belarus, she is a recent top graduate of the Royal College of Music’s Artist Diploma course in Performance. Since moving to London in 2009 she has performed at high-profile venues including Wigmore Hall and the Royal Albert Hall, and with orchestras such as the London Symphony Orchestra.
Katya performs regularly for weddings and events in the UK and throughout Europe, and as well as maintaining a busy performance schedule she is a passionate teacher. On her time off, she enjoys travelling and exploring new places.