Classical Cellist

I have been performing at weddings and events since I was in middle school. When it comes to hiring me as a cellist for your event, you can always trust that I will be on time, professional, prepared, and easy-going. I want you to not even have to worry about me at your event!

Mandy Grace Guilfoyle, born in Seminole, Florida, is a cellist and educator with over 18 years of experience. Mandy was performing the cello professionally and wowing audiences since middle school when she played in dozens of ensembles and groups, as well as winning competitions.

Mandy has performed in multiple countries, including France, Italy, and Europe, as both a string quartet member and the principal cellist of an orchestra. She has a love of performing, and deeply honors and respects the connection between two humans during a musical performance.

She moved to Dallas in 2009, where she studied with soloist Andrés Díaz at Southern Methodist University and received a B.A. in Music, and then an M.A. in Music Education in 2018.

In 2016, Mandy attended the Global Musician Workshop with Yo Yo Ma and performed and worked with musicians such as Mike Block, Sarah Jarosz, and Hanneke Cassel. Her time with these three musicians specifically, inspired her interest in American folk music. With a newfound passion, Mandy learned everything she could about American folk music, and returned to the Global Musician Workshop the following year, and performed and worked with old-time fiddler Bruce Molsky.

Mandy Guilfoyle is currently located in Asheville, NC, where she regularly performs as a soloist, maintains the position of principal cellist of the Blue Ridge Orchestra, and as a chamber musician. She also maintains a high-level cello studio. She lives with her husband, Chris, and her Boston Terrier, Darby.

For all performances, I require:

> one chair
> a stable performing area (floor, stage, etc., not including things like tables, etc.)
> if outdoors, must be in the shade
> if outdoors, I cannot play in the rain or snow