Cellorhythmics – composer/jazz musician James Hesford and a Kazakh born virtuoso cellist Alfia Nakipbekova came to Papa Westray on the 10th August to play two concerts.

Alfia Nakipbekova, former student of Rostropovich, performed all 6 J.S.Bach Suites at the St Boniface Kirk as a part of her Bach Marathon series which she has played in Melbourne, Italy, Belgium, London, Oxford, and Aldeburgh with great critical acclaim. The beautifully restored Kirk provided an unusual intimate setting for Alfia’s sold out solo cello performance which was attended by local people and visitors who had made the journey from neighbouring islands. Another Bach Marathon will be performed at King Street Hall on 17th August at 5.30pm.


James Hesford and Alfia Nakipbekova, founder members of the cutting edge, London based cello ensemble Cellorhythmics, played a concert in the studio of artists Ivanov and Tsz Man Chan. They performed original music by James, influenced by Jazz, Blues and World Music. The concert was followed by a traditional music session led by accordionist Margaret Randal who was joined by James and island musicians. Cellorhythmics will be performing again at King Street Hall on 17th August at 8pm.

Events organised by Land Art – Papa Westray http://www.landart.ubahob.com.  Also see  http://www.ubahob.com for further information.