Three weeks ago, cellist Abner Jairo Ortiz García, our second CMF Mexican International Scholar (sponsored by Anglo Arts), arrived in London for his six-week CMF experience.

Now halfway through his time with us, Jairo has (so far!): made his London recital debut as part of our Day of Music at St Bart’s Hospital (pictured below), attended a workshop on networking, met with a number of inspirational mentors, received lessons from leading cellist and teacher Mats Lidström, had a photo and video shoot with Ian Dingle (pictured above), and he’s been to Paris and back! On Friday 13th Jairo returned (safely!) from Paris where he was taking part in a four-day workshop with leading French period-instrument ensemble, Les Siècles (conducted by François-Xavier Roth).

Jairo’s upcoming performances:

Monday 16th July, 3pm
V&A Café
Jairo performs at the V&A as part of the Frida Kahlo Exhibition (sponsored by Anglo Arts)

Wednesday 25th July, 1pm
The Wallace Collection
Jairo gives a lunchtime concert as part of our Summer Residency at The Wallace Collection.
His programme includes works by Schubert, Britten, and Arturo Márquez.

Watch this space for the release of his videos and publicity photos…