Fionnuala Donnelly Schmidt
Musician and Teacher in Penistone, United Kingdom
Fionnuala Donnelly Schmidt
Musician and Teacher in Penistone, United Kingdom
Based in Yorkshire, Fionnuala, also known as The Yorkshire Cellist, is a classically trained musician and sought-after recording artist whose performances bring elegance, emotion, and sophistication to every occasion.
From intimate wedding ceremonies to grand celebrations, private parties, and corporate events, Fionnuala creates stunning, bespoke musical backdrops tailored to your unique vision. Her music adds atmosphere and depth, ensuring every moment feels truly special. She offers flexible packages across Leeds, Sheffield, Huddersfield, York, and throughout North, South, East, and West Yorkshire.
Originally from Belfast, Northern Ireland, Fionnuala is a graduate of the University of Huddersfield, where her passion for the cello blossomed. Over the years, she has performed with numerous orchestras and ensembles, most recently with the Huddersfield Philharmonic Orchestra and The Fern String Quartet.
In addition to her live performances, Fionnuala is an experienced recording artist, collaborating with composers, songwriters, and producers on studio projects across genres—from classical and film scores to pop, folk, and contemporary music. Her ability to blend technical precision with heartfelt expression makes her a trusted choice for both live and studio recordings. She is available for remote and in-person recording sessions, offering high-quality cello parts to elevate any musical project.
Fionnuala also teaches cello and music theory at Fionnuala Jane’s Music Room, where she shares her love of music and inspires the next generation of players.Her connection to the cello goes beyond performance—it is a profound relationship with sound, emotion, and storytelling. Deeply inspired by the works of Johann Sebastian Bach, especially the Cello Suites, she continues to explore the balance between beauty, complexity, and expressive depth in everything she plays.
Let The Yorkshire Cellist bring her artistry to your world—whether it’s the soundtrack to your wedding, an unforgettable live performance, or the perfect cello recording for your next project.