This Old Cello Box
Following a sell-out performance at the 2023 Edinburgh Fringe, London-based musician/songwriter William Jack brings his unique multi-style cello show back home to Adelaide Fringe. The program includes iconic songs dismantled and reimagined for solo cello. Intertwined with original music from William's acclaimed debut album, 'This Old Cello Box'. There's something for everyone, from virtuosic bluegrass, to non-Western sound worlds. William incorporates his jazz guitar background into an unconventional style of cello playing, delivering cellopickin' grooves and catchy hooks, alongside intimate melodies.
"Outstanding, a truly remarkable performance" BBC Radio 3
"Mind-blowing! ... leaving the whole audience in awe" Sofar Sounds
★★★★★ DEBUT Classical UK
Presented by: William Jack
William Jack is a multi-style cellist, guitarist and songwriter from South Australia. He is best known for incorporating his jazz guitar background into an unconventional style of cello playing, with a passion for breaking boundaries between genres and cultures. After finishing classical studies in Vienna, William moved to London, and has recently performed his solo works from his debut album ‘This Old Cello Box’ on BBC Introducing and Radio 3. William was selected to perform as a 'New Folk' songwriter at the 2023 Kerrville Folk Festival in Texas. He has been fortunate to work with numerous world-renowned artists, including Tom Rosenthal, Joseph Lawrence, Fryars, Hari & Sukmani and Laure Chan.
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