Will Archibald, Cello Yuki Negishi, Piano

Saturday 18 May 11:30am Will Archibald & Yuki Negishi

Programme : Schumann, Fantasy Pieces Ligetti, Sonata for Solo Cello Rachmaninov, Sonata in G minor for cello & Piano

Will Archibald is a 16-year-old cellist who started playing at the age of 6 and studies with Alex McQuiston whilst also attending Langholm Academy. He has played in many festivals and concerts locally and further afield, both solo, accompanied and also in many groups. Will has played in the National Youth Orchestra of Scotland Symphony Orchestra and also with the Solway Sinfonia and continues to develop his solo performance where he was runner up in the final of the Scottish Young SoloMusician of the Year in May 2023.

Yuki Negishi has established herself as a pianist of rare poetry, passion and virtuosity, equally at home as an adjudicator, educator and researcher, captivating audiences wherever she performs around the world.