Julian and Jiaxin Lloyd Webber present: Bach, Bows and Arrows!
Join us for an evening celebrating Julian Lloyd Webber’s 75th birthday and the launch of his ‘no holds barred’ autobiography Bows and Arrows.
In the first half, Julian and Jiaxin explore the extraordinary story behind Bach’s sublime Cello Suites, and why they remained unperformed for two hundred years until they were rediscovered by Pablo Casals. The second half becomes a richly illustrated musical journey through Julian’s own remarkable career, featuring live performance, personal reflections and unique video clips from the archive.
There will also be a rare chance to put your questions to both Lloyd Webbers, as they recall working with musical greats including Yehudi Menuhin, Stéphane Grappelli, Joaquín Rodrigo, Philip Glass, Elton John, Julian’s brother Andrew Lloyd Webber and many others.
An intimate and insightful evening with one of Britain’s most distinguished musicians.
Intimate. Timeless. Resonant.
Tuesday 16 June 2026 | Starts: 7:30pm
Wesley Centre, Harrogate
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Kindly sponsored by: The HACS Group
| Bach | Suites for Cello No 1 & No. 3 |
JULIAN RETURNS TO THE CONCERT PLATFORM!
“Few artists have done more to expand the reach and repertoire of their instruments than Julian Lloyd Webber, whether as performer, commissioner of new works, teacher and mentor or passionate communicator. Join the great British cellist and guests as he celebrates his 75th birthday, returning to cello performance after 12 years, with an exploration of his remarkable career and the works and people who have shaped it.“
Tue 14 Apr 2026, 7.00pm, Wigmore Hall, London
In aid of Music Masters.
An evening with Julian and Jiaxin Lloyd Webber
St. Andrew’s Church, Ipswich, IP5 1DH
Saturday 2nd May 2026
An Evening with Julian and Jiaxin Lloyd Webber – a fascinating evening celebrating both Julian Lloyd Webber’s 75th birthday and the launch of his candid autobiography ‘Bows and Arrows’. With a first half of music played by Julian’s wife Jiaxin which explores the extraordinary reasons why Bach’s sublime Cello Suites remained unperformed for two hundred years, the second half sees Julian embark on a magical musical tour through his career along with unique video clips and a rare chance to quiz both Lloyd Webbers about playing with musical icons Yehudi Menuhin, Stephane Grappelli, Joaquin Rodrigo, Philip Glass, Elton John, Julian’s brother Andrew Lloyd Webber and many more.
Elgar Festival 2026
An Evening with Julian and Jiaxin Lloyd Webber
Sunday 24 May @ 7pm
In celebration of his 75th birthday, Elgar Festival Patron Julian Lloyd Webber joins forces with his wife and fellow cellist Jiaxin in a fascinating ‘double sided’ programme. With a first half of live music exploring the extraordinary reasons why Bach’s sublime Cello Suites remained unperformed for two hundred years, the second half sees Julian embark on a magical musical tour through his career along with unique video clips and a rare chance to quiz both Lloyd Webbers about playing with musical icons Yehudi Menuhin, Stephane Grappelli, Joaquin Rodrigo, Philip Glass, Elton John, Julian’s brother Andrew Lloyd Webber and many more.
