Alex Shor
- Franklin, TN
- Accordion Player
- 17 Verified Bookings
Christina G. said “Great musician+ personable, on time, & simpatico! Would definitely hire again for other events.”
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Hello! I am a classically trained cellist from Nashville, TN and absolutely love to perform whenever possible. Please check out my website to learn more!
Mary Grace was able to play with my cousin who plays the piano. She was very flexible in this and they were able to practice a few hours and played beautifully on my wedding day together. She was prompt and professional. She sounded amazing!! I would recommend her to anyone!
MaryGrace is very knowledgeable about classical, hymns and current music. She is very professional, talented and as her name says full of grace. She and a couple of friends added an elegant flair to my wedding. I am so happy you were a part of my special day. I highly recommend Marygrace for any and all of you musical needs!
Price Range: $100 and up
I. Get in touch!
II. Plan out the music - maybe a zoom call to discuss your ideas
III. Get a sample recording from me
IV. Play at your event!
Cellist MaryGrace Bender pursues a multi-faceted career in performance, recording, and music education. As a Suzuki teacher, Bender seeks to reach every child through music and prides herself in her students. As an avid collaborative and chamber musician, Bender recently performed with the McDuffie Center for Strings in Carnegie Hall, as Young Artist for The Rome Chamber Music Festival in Italy, and recorded orchestrally under Philip Glass’s Orange Mountain Music label which The Wall Street Journal reviewed as, “impeccably polished.” Bender’s extensive studies include a master's degree from The Cleveland Institute of Music in Cello Performance and Suzuki Pedagogy, and an undergraduate degree from The Robert McDuffie Center for Strings at Mercer University. She has spent summers at The National Repertory Orchestra, Meadowmount School of Music, The Rome Chamber Music Festival, Brevard Music Festival, Chautauqua Summer Institute, and the Aspen Music Festival and School as a New Horizon's fellow. Past influential teachers include Dr. Melissa Kraut, Hans Jørgen Jensen, Julie Albers, and Dr. Felix Wang. A recipient of the James T. McAfee, Jr. Endowed Vision and Leadership Scholarship, Bender passionately promotes the arts at a grassroots level by teaching and performing in schools, retirement homes, homeless shelters, and concert halls alongside her professional performances and recording projects. Bender enjoys teaching English to international students through her own company, Talk2Crew, spending an evening playing chamber music with friends, and anything outdoors.
April 23, 2022 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
Maybe a mic if it's a really large space - other than that, I bring all my own equipment!
Christina G. said “Great musician+ personable, on time, & simpatico! Would definitely hire again for other events.”
Samantha H. said “My husband and I hired a violinist and cellist to play at our wedding. They played so beautifully and I’m glad to have booked them for our special day!”
Alli S. said “Laura was absolutely outstanding at my wedding in Huntsville, Alabama last weekend. My mom and I had a list of a ton of songs we wanted for the ceremony…”
Angie L. said “Rhose Studio Strings creates life and magic. Their string quartet is top notch. From communication, to arrangements, to the final performance, everything…”