Peter Lewy Cellist
Overview
In a addition to a vast memorized repertoire of classical solo pieces for cello I also sing original and cover songs accompanied only by my cello. Depending on the occasion I can tailor my performances across a wide spectrum from Baroque to contemporary, from Johann Sebastion Bach to Jimi Hendrix. I play all of the Bach Suites for solo cello as well as numerous other works such as the meditation from Thais of Massanet and the Rachmaninoff Vocalise all by heart. If more contemporary things are called for Jimi Hendrix's Little Wing and Dylan's Simple Twist of Fate are examples of the type songs I can work in. Adjustments can be made on the fly as well. I look forward to your event!
Reviews
37 reviews
Dorothy M.
October 15, 2026Great Additiom
Peter was easy to communicate with, prompt and very professional. He played beautifully and everyone enjoy his contribution to the ceremony.
Hired as: Cellist
Gina
October 2, 2026Very nice person
I would say…, Peter was a very pleasant person but my personal opinion would be that the performance was not quite at the professional level.., more at the “hobby” level.
Hired as: Cellist
Tayla L.
September 21, 2026Phenomenal
We saw Peter around the neighborhood and knew we'd want him to be the first thing our guests see and hear on the street outside of our venue. He really added to the occasion, we highly recommend!
Hired as: Cellist
Catherine S.
March 2, 2026The best!
Peter played cello for my sister’s wedding. He was prompt at replying prior to the event, arrived early day of the event, and played *exceptionally* throughout (he’s so talented). 12/10 recommend.
Hired as: Cellist
Alexisis C.
January 4, 2026Great performance! Will hire again!
Peter was great to listen to and watch play. It’s incredible what he can do with that cello :)
Will definitely stay in touch and contract him again for future shows
Hired as: Cellist
Booking information
Price range: Starts at $200
Languages: English , Italian
Gig length: 5 - 300 minutes
Unions: AFM
What to expect
In a addition to a vast memorized repertoire of classical solo pieces for cello I also sing original and cover songs accompanied only by my cello. Depending on the occasion I can tailor my performances across a wide spectrum from Baroque to contemporary, from Johann Sebastion Bach to Jimi Hendrix. I play all of the Bach Suites for solo cello as well as numerous other works such as the meditation from Thais of Massanet and the Rachmaninoff Vocalise all by heart. If more contemporary things are called for Jimi Hendrix's Little Wing and Dylan's Simple Twist of Fate are examples of the type songs I can work in. Adjustments can be made on the fly as well. I look forward to your event!
About
Cellist Peter Lewy has worked on stage and in the recording studio with hundreds of recording artists, from folkies like The Roches, Frank Tedesso and David Massengill all the way to rockers like Nada Surf, Neon Leon and Mark Johnson. He has also collaborated extensively with artists like Jazz legends Jaco Pastorius and Bucky Pizzerelli and Indian sarod virtuoso Vasant Rai. He has performed for thousands from the Clearwater festival to such diverse clubs as The Bottom Line, The Blue Note and CBGB's. Peter's music has been heard on radio stations throughout the world. His classical credits include serving as principal cellist and concerto soloist with several NYC metropolitan orchestras in addition to numerous recital and chamber music appearances including at Lincoln Center. In 2006 his highly personal interpretations of the Bach Suites for Unaccompanied Cello were praised by pianist Maurizio Pollini. His latest release "Some Other Way" (2012) features the cellist as singer/songwriter and features 3 original songs as well as classic songs by singer/songwriters he has worked with and Hendrix, Dylan and others. In addition it also includes some signature instrumentals. Follow this unusual artist down a road less traveled. Enjoy!
Additional booking notes
This act is self contained. If necessary all I need is a PA.
Services offered
Upcoming booked events
May 2027
22
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
5:00pm - 7:00pm
•
North Branch, NY
Past booked events
October 2026
30
Friday
Funeral/Memorial Service
9:00am - 10:00am
•
Bridgeport, CT
29
Thursday
Wedding Ceremony
3:30pm - 5:30pm
•
Farmington, CT
16
Friday
Wedding Ceremony
6:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Bridgewater, NJ
11
Sunday
Wedding Ceremony
12:00pm - 2:30pm
•
Lenox, MA
September 2026
19
Saturday
Cocktail Party
5:00pm - 6:00pm
•
New York City, NY
11
Friday
Birthday Party
6:00pm - 9:00pm
•
New York City, NY
June 2026
07
Sunday
Anniversary Party
12:30pm - 1:30pm
•
New York City, NY
06
Saturday
Cocktail Party
5:00pm - 6:00pm
•
New York City, NY
May 2026
31
Sunday
Wedding Ceremony
3:30pm - 5:00pm
•
East Haddam, CT
January 2026
24
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
3:00pm - 4:00pm
•
Brooklyn, NY
03
Saturday
Weekly/Recurring Performance
4:30pm - 6:30pm
•
Dunellen, NJ
December 2025
14
Sunday
Religious Celebration
5:00pm - 6:30pm
•
Philadelphia, PA
12
Friday
Christmas Party
6:00pm - 6:30pm
•
White Plains, NY
September 2025
14
Sunday
Corporate Event
6:30pm - 7:30pm
•
Long Branch, NJ
May 2025
06
Tuesday
Funeral/Memorial Service
10:00am - 12:00pm
•
New York City, NY
January 2025
24
Friday
Funeral/Memorial Service
1:00pm - 4:00pm
•
Croton On Hudson, NY
04
Saturday
Band Member Audition
2:00pm - 4:00pm
•
West Haven, CT
September 2024
14
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
4:00pm - 5:30pm
•
Montague, NJ
June 2024
08
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
5:30pm - 6:30pm
•
Briarcliff Manor, NY
01
Saturday
Birthday Party
6:30pm - 7:30pm
•
New York City, NY
May 2024
26
Sunday
Wedding Ceremony
9:30am - 10:30am
•
New York City, NY
11
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
3:30pm - 4:00pm
•
New York City, NY
February 2024
14
Wednesday
Dinner Party
5:00am - 9:00am
•
Huntingdon Valley, PA
November 2023
04
Saturday
Halloween Party
7:00pm - 8:00pm
•
Merchantville, NJ
June 2023
01
Thursday
Nonprofit Event
3:00pm - 5:30pm
•
Mount Holly, NJ
December 2022
30
Friday
Wedding Ceremony
6:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Westwood, NJ
26
Monday
Anniversary Party
12:00pm - 2:00pm
•
Bloomfield, NJ
12
Monday
Corporate Event
7:00pm - 8:30pm
•
Brooklyn, NY
November 2022
18
Friday
Wedding Reception
1:00pm - 4:30pm
•
Long Island City, NY
03
Thursday
Cocktail Party
5:00pm - 7:00pm
•
New York City, NY
October 2022
19
Wednesday
Corporate Event
6:30pm - 8:00pm
•
New York City, NY
08
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
4:00pm - 5:00pm
•
Hopewell, NJ
September 2022
17
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
3:30pm - 4:30pm
•
New York City, NY
03
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
4:00pm - 6:00pm
•
Doylestown, PA
June 2022
11
Saturday
Birthday Party
8:00pm - 10:00pm
•
Brooklyn, NY
08
Wednesday
Corporate Event
3:30pm - 6:00pm
•
White Plains, NY
May 2022
25
Wednesday
Corporate Event
3:30pm - 6:00pm
•
Stamford, CT
21
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
6:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Brooklyn, NY
18
Wednesday
Surprise
12:00pm - 1:00pm
•
New York City, NY
11
Wednesday
Corporate Event
10:30am - 12:30pm
•
Manhasset, NY
07
Saturday
Birthday Party
12:00pm - 2:00pm
•
Oreland, PA
April 2022
30
Saturday
Wedding Engagement
7:30pm - 8:00pm
•
Tarrytown, NY
March 2022
12
Saturday
Nonprofit Event
5:00pm - 9:00pm
•
Hyde Park, NY
December 2021
28
Tuesday
Funeral/Memorial Service
1:00pm - 1:30pm
•
East Hampton, NY
18
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
1:00pm - 5:00pm
•
New York City, NY
15
Wednesday
Baby Shower
7:30pm - 11:00pm
•
Toms River, NJ
October 2021
30
Saturday
Dinner Party
6:00pm - 8:00pm
•
West New York, NJ
16
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
4:30pm - 5:30pm
•
New York City, NY
July 2021
19
Monday
Wedding Ceremony
4:30pm - 6:30pm
•
New York City, NY
18
Sunday
Wedding Ceremony
3:30pm - 4:15pm
•
Peapack, NJ
January 2021
30
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
9:30am - 11:30am
•
Norristown, PA
October 2020
12
Monday
Wedding Ceremony
1:00pm - 2:00pm
•
Woodbury, NY
07
Wednesday
Studio Session
7:00pm - 8:00pm
•
New York City, NY
September 2020
06
Sunday
Wedding Ceremony
11:00am - 11:45am
•
Manhattan, NY
December 2019
19
Thursday
Wedding Ceremony
6:30pm - 7:15pm
•
New York City, NY
May 2019
14
Tuesday
Personal Occasion
10:30am - 11:30am
•
Oceanside, NY
March 2019
30
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
5:30pm - 6:30pm
•
Stony Point, NY
November 2018
25
Sunday
Dinner Party
6:30pm - 7:30pm
•
Garden City, NY
September 2017
16
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
5:00pm - 6:00pm
•
Clinton, CT
November 2016
13
Sunday
Wedding Ceremony
2:30pm - 4:00pm
•
New York City, NY
November 2015
16
Monday
Funeral/Memorial Service
5:00pm - 7:00pm
•
New York City, NY
March 2015
28
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
7:30pm - 2:00am (Sun)
•
Paterson, NJ
Set list
All Six Suites of Bach, original songs, songs of the Beatles, Hendrix, Dylan, The Band.
Influences and inspiration
Pablo Casals, Jacqueline Dupre, Joni Mitchell, Rostropovich, Beatles, Rolling Stones, Beaux Arts Trio
Setup requirements
This act is self contained. If necessary all I need is a PA.
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