Hugh Mackay is lauded as a deeply expressive and intelligent recitalist, soloist, chamber musician and orchestral leader, recognised for performances that combine strong narrative programming with direct, communicative playing.
He is increasingly sought after for projects that pair core repertoire with contemporary music in thoughtfully curated programmes.
Hugh performs a selection of Bach’s Cello Suites in Gillingham, Dorset.
Bach Cello Suite No. 2 in D minor, BWV 1008
Kraft Sonata for Cello and Bass in G major: I. Allegro moderato
with Harry Ellison-Wright
Bach Cello Suite No. 3 in C major, BWV 1009
Hugh performs with Sinfonia of London at the 2026 BBC Proms.
Ensemble Jackalope debut at the Music at Paxton festival.
Bridge Phantasy Quartet in F Sharp minor, H.94
Schumann Piano Quartet in E Flat, Op.47
Fauré Piano Quartet No.1 in C minor, Op.15
Hugh performs a selection of Bach’s Cello Suites at the Music at Paxton festival.
Hugh joins Linus Roth and fellow stipendiaten from Villa Musica for this programme of works for string trio, string quartet and clarinet quintet.
Hugh joins Linus Roth and fellow stipendiaten from Villa Musica for this programme of works for string trio, string quartet and clarinet quintet.
Hugh joins Linus Roth and fellow stipendiaten from Villa Musica for this programme of works for string trio, string quartet and clarinet quintet.
Hugh joins Hastings Chamber Music Festival Director, Jane Gordon for this performance of Schubert’s magnificent Quintet in C major, performed on historical instruments.
Hugh joins Sinfonia of London for two performances at the Edinburgh International Festival.
Hugh joins Sinfonia of London for two performances at the Edinburgh International Festival.
L. Berkeley Serenade for Strings 13’
Bridge Lament 4’
Britten Les illuminations 22’
I. Holst Suite for String Orchestra 16’
Britten Variations on a Theme of Frank Bridge 26’
Hugh returns as Guest Principal Cellist with the National Symphony Orchestra of Ireland to perform Mahler’s immense 2nd Symphony.
Hugh returns to the Open Chamber Music Sessions at IMS Prussia Cove.
Hugh joins the NSOI as Guest Principal Cellist for Ye Vagabonds debut with the NSOI.
Hugh joins the NSOI and Peter Whelan as Guest Principal Cellist.
Hugh joins the SCO as Guest Principal Cellist for these performances with David Brophy.
MAX RICHTER Opus 2020
PHILIP GLASS Company
JOHN ADAMS The Chairman Dances
MAX RICHTER Recomposed: Vivaldi – The Four Seasons
Hugh joins the SCO as Guest Principal Cellist for these performances with David Brophy.
MAX RICHTER Opus 2020
PHILIP GLASS Company
JOHN ADAMS The Chairman Dances
MAX RICHTER Recomposed: Vivaldi – The Four Seasons