Hugh Mackay is carving out a distinctive path as a solo artist, combining an adventurous repertoire with a deep exploration of the cello’s rich history.
A winner of the Suggia Gift and Dewar Arts Award, and a former Mozart Gesellschaft Dortmund Scholarship holder, Hugh’s artistry has resonated with audiences at leading venues, including Wigmore Hall, the Dortmund Konzerthaus, and the Palace of Versailles.
Hugh performs at the inaugural edition of the Tenby International Music Festival.
Hugh joins Wild Arts Opera for this performance of Tchaikovsky’s Eugene Onegin at Opera Holland Park.
Hugh performs Donizetti’s Elixir of Love with Wild Arts Opera at Opera Holland Park.
Performing works by Strauss, Bernstein and Ravel, Hugh joins Sinfonia of London under the baton of John Wilson.
Hugh travels to Cornwall to take part in the Open Chamber Music sessions at IMS Prussia Cove.
Hugh joins Sinfonia of London for their UK tour of music for strings.
Hugh joins Sinfonia of London for their UK tour of music for strings.
Hugh joins Sinfonia of London for their UK tour of music for strings.
Hugh joins Sinfonia of London for their UK tour of music for strings.
Hugh performs works for solo cello by Bach and Kodaly as part of LSE’s Lunchtime Concert Series.
Bach | Suite for Solo Cello No. 3 in C major, BWV 1009
Kodály | Sonata for Solo Cello, Op. 8
Sinfonia of London's international debut, featuring Strauss - Don Juan, Rachmaninoff - Piano Concerto No. 2 with Benjamin Grosvenor and Elgar - Enigma Variations.
“The energy and vibrant intensity of young Scottish cellist Hugh Mackay’s playing made such a strong impression in his first Milngavie concert two years ago that we immediately re-invited him. Since then, Hugh has gone on to further solo success and this time, he is partnered by award-winning Malaysian-born pianist, Julian Chan.”