Welcome to The Susanne Beer Cello Corner Foundation!
The Susanne Beer Cello Corner Foundation is a registered charity that helps young cellists attain excellence in performance though cello and bow loans; performance opportunities; prizes; and tuition grants, in memory of cellist Susanne Beer.
Susanne Beer was, for nearly 20 years, co-principal cellist of the London Philharmonic. She was also an inspirational teacher – and deeply committed to nurturing future generations of cellists. The Foundation is a tribute to Susanne and a means by which her life’s work continues.
Susanne Beer was, for nearly 20 years, co-principal cellist of the London Philharmonic. She was also an inspirational teacher – and deeply committed to nurturing future generations of cellists. The Foundation is a tribute to Susanne and a means by which her life’s work continues.
Next Fundraiser Concert - December 7th 2025
Our next concert will be our annual fundraiser at St James' Church Islington on December 7th 2025, involving many talented cellists. More information coming soon.
Recent News
09/04/2025 Conway Hall Sunday Concerts hosted The Cello Corner for music by women composers in honour of International Women's Day with Eliza de Silva (violin), Isla Schwarz (violin) Tabitha Wicks (viola) and cellists Atticus Larard, Lotte Shlomowitz, Heather Tuach, Emily Elliott, Kosta Popovič, Gabriel Francis-Dehqani. With Will Harmer (piano).
10/12/2024 Cellos, bows and cases were donated in loving memory of Gordon Alexander James Gibb who sadly passed away after a long battle with cancer (14/06/1949 to 14/09/2023). Gordon was a very talented pianist, cellist and violin player. He had a great passion for classical music which formed a major part of his life. Gordon was very quick witted with an amazing sense of humour and a beautiful soul. Gordon will always be greatly missed and never forgotten by his beloved friends and family.
01/12/2024 Fundraiser concert given by cellist Agnieszka Maria Mika and pianist Lorenza Carraro at St Mary's Church Islington raised over £700 for the Foundation.
20/04/2024 Our Lockey Hill cello was awarded to Kosta Popović, based on live audition. Kosta will have use of the cello, along with bow and case, at no cost, for three years.
10/12/2024 Cellos, bows and cases were donated in loving memory of Gordon Alexander James Gibb who sadly passed away after a long battle with cancer (14/06/1949 to 14/09/2023). Gordon was a very talented pianist, cellist and violin player. He had a great passion for classical music which formed a major part of his life. Gordon was very quick witted with an amazing sense of humour and a beautiful soul. Gordon will always be greatly missed and never forgotten by his beloved friends and family.
01/12/2024 Fundraiser concert given by cellist Agnieszka Maria Mika and pianist Lorenza Carraro at St Mary's Church Islington raised over £700 for the Foundation.
20/04/2024 Our Lockey Hill cello was awarded to Kosta Popović, based on live audition. Kosta will have use of the cello, along with bow and case, at no cost, for three years.
The Cello Corner on YouTube
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The Cello Corner YouTube Channel was created by Susanne to support and encourage her Suzuki cello students through educational and motivational videos and to document their progress. It now has over 18400 followers. Proceeds from clicks go to the Foundation so please watch and subscribe!
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Donations
We're eligible for Gift Aid and we are always very grateful to receive donations and can include donors on our Donor's Page. We're also looking to expand our instrument collection. Please contact us if you have a cello or bow gathering dust that could support a young musician, or if you would like to make a donation. We operate on a volunteer basis so your full donation will go towards helping young cellists.
Registered Charity No.1195303