Rebecca Gilliver

Rebecca Gilliver is a Cello Tutor at the Guildhall School of Music & Drama and serves as Principal Cellist of the London Symphony Orchestra. Her affiliations include teaching roles at the Royal Academy, Royal Northern College of Music (RNCM), and Birmingham Conservatoire. She is actively involved with initiatives like Future Talent, mentoring young musicians from disadvantaged backgrounds.

Education: Studied at the Yehudi Menuhin School under Melissa Phelps and William Pleeth, followed by the Royal Northern College of Music with Moray Welsh and Ralph Kirshbaum. Her career includes international performances with orchestras such as the Australian Chamber Orchestra and the World Orchestra for Peace.

Research/Performance Focus: Specializes in cello performance, orchestral leadership, and chamber music collaborations. Notable engagements include solo performances with the Halle and London Mozart Players, and recordings with the Nash Ensemble for BBC Radio 3.

Awards: Recognized through prestigious competitions and awards including the Fournier Award and East-West Artists. Her discography includes contributions to the Nash Ensemble's latest CD.

Teaching & Mentorship: Leads masterclasses, coaches Future Talent musicians, and participates in IMS Prussia Cove. Committed to accessibility in classical music education.