Past Performances

The music of Johann Sebastian Bach has been beloved for generations – but what if the Bach we know and love was only the beginning?

Join Juliana as she breaks with 200 years of tradition to explore the long-lost practice of spontaneous improvisation in two of Bach’s lesser-known musical gems, the mysterious Suite No. 5 in c minor and the joyously raucous Suite No. 6 in D Major.

Featuring the antique “scordatura,” or “mistuning” of her 1677 Mayr cello, as well as an appearance by the rarely-heard 5-string violoncello piccolo, this is an evening of incredible music you won’t want to miss!

Juliana joins her close friend and colleague, pianist Jed Distler, in this special performance of works for cello and piano by American composers. Celebrated during their individual lifetimes but largely unknown to modern audiences, these composers represent a fascinating cross-section of the American experience: a self-taught child prodigy (Amy Beach); a Jewish refugee (Leo Ornstein); a native New Yorker whose parents’ families found themselves on opposite sides of the Civil War (Helen C. Crane); the first black woman to have a work performed by a major symphony orchestra (Florence Price); and her student (Margaret Bonds), who was a frequent collaborator with the poet Langston Hughes.

Featuring the New York premiere of the Crane Six Idylls for Cello and Piano, this is a celebration of the rich and diverse history of classical music in America you won’t want to miss!

Ever wonder just what does make the Baroque cello different from its modern cousin? Or how on earth Baroque cellists manage to play the instrument without an endpin??

Find out when you join Juliana for this FREE public masterclass at Boise State University, as she coaches and guides the next generation of cellists in their own exploration of the historical cello.

Join Juliana for a truly special evening of music to benefit scholarships for the talented music students at Boise State University!

Explore just what it is that makes an in-person performance so special as Juliana crafts a unique, never-to-be-repeated version of J.S. Bach’s beloved cello suites through the long-lost art of historical improvisation. Performed entirely on historical instruments – including the rarely-heard violoncello piccolo – this is a musical experience you won’t want to miss!

Join Juliana for Redeemer Bethesda’s annual series presenting unique artists in an elegant concert setting!

Explore just what it is that makes an in-person performance so special as Juliana crafts a unique, never-to-be-repeated version of J.S. Bach’s beloved cello suites through the long-lost art of historical improvisation. Performed entirely on historical instruments – including the rarely-heard violoncello piccolo – this is shared a musical experience you won’t want to miss!

Out of town? Not quite comfortable venturing out? Never fear – you can join from anywhere in the world via livestream.

Join Juliana for a truly special evening of music by candlelight in Colonial Williamsburg’s historic Bruton Parish Church!

Explore just what it is that makes an in-person performance so special as Juliana crafts a unique, never-to-be-repeated version of J.S. Bach’s beloved cello suites through the long-lost art of historical improvisation. Performed entirely on historical instruments – including the rarely-heard violoncello piccolo – in Williamsburg’s 17th century church, this is a musical experience you won’t want to miss!

Continuing a tradition begun by organist Peter Pelham in the 18th century, the Candlelight Concerts Series at historic Burton Parish Church presents the finest musicians from across the globe FREE to the public.

Please note that this is a special THURSDAY evening performance!

Join Juliana as she returns to live performing on The Gellman Room Concerts Series!

Explore just what it is that makes an in-person performance so special as Juliana creates a unique, never-to-be-repeated version of J.S. Bach’s beloved cello suites through the long-lost art of historical improvisation. Performed entirely on historical instruments, including the rarely-heard violoncello piccolo, this is a musical experience you won’t want to miss!

Now in its 48th Season, the Gellman Room Concerts Series is offered FREE to the public in accordance with The Richmond Public Library’s mission of informing, enriching, and empowering all.

Join Juliana LIVE on Facebook for Tuesday Bach Break!

In this week’s bite-sized show, we move on to Bach’s brilliant Suite No. 3 in C Major with a discussion and performance of the opening Prelude.

Juliana will also take your questions in live-time, so whether you’re on your WFH lunch, homeschool study break, or just sitting down to that first cup of coffee – pull up a virtual chair, take a breather, and join Juliana for some Bach!

Join Juliana LIVE on Facebook for Tuesday Bach Break!

In this week’s bite-sized show, we’ll conclude our exploration of Bach’s Suite No. 2 in d minor with a discussion and performance of the final movement, the Gigue.

Juliana will also take your questions in live-time, so whether you’re on your WFH lunch, homeschool study break, or just sitting down to that first cup of coffee – pull up a virtual chair, take a breather, and join Juliana for some Bach!

Join Juliana LIVE on Facebook for Tuesday Bach Break!

In this week’s bite-sized show, we’ll continue our exploration of Bach’s Suite No. 2 in d minor with a discussion and performance of the paired Menuets.

Juliana will also take your questions in live-time, so whether you’re on your WFH lunch, homeschool study break, or just sitting down to that first cup of coffee – pull up a virtual chair, take a breather, and join Juliana for some Bach!