Lionel Handy

Lionel Handy is a British cellist celebrated for his passionate advocacy of 20th-century British classical music. Known for his warm tone and lyrical phrasing, he’s carved out a niche spotlighting underrated composers like Arnold Bax, William Hurlstone, and Doreen Carwithen through albums such as *British Cello Works* and *From Bohemia to Wessex*. A graduate of London’s Royal Academy of Music, Handy often collaborates with pianist Jennifer Hughes to breathe fresh life into overlooked sonatas and concertos, blending scholarly rigor with expressive storytelling.

When he’s not recording, Handy shares his expertise as a professor at the Royal Northern College of Music and performs with ensembles like the London Piano Trio. His discography—rich with rarities and beloved standards alike—reflects his mission to preserve Britain’s cello repertoire, making him a go-to voice for listeners craving both discovery and nostalgia in classical music.

Genres

Chamber Music

Classical

Contemporary Classical

Baroque

Classical Performance

20th-century Classical

Romantic Era

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Latest Release

British Cello Works, Vol. 3

Lionel Handy

Album - 14 Tracks - Released February 7, 2025