Justin Pearson

Justin Pearson (cello) was born in Dublin and is one of London’s busiest and most versatile musicians. He is Principal Cellist, Managing Director and Artistic Director of The National Symphony Orchestra (UK). He regularly performs in West End theatre, and continues to record scores for both film and television.

Aged 14, Justin left Ireland to study in England with Derek Simpson of the Aeolian String Quartet. He entered the Royal Academy of Music, where he won all available prizes for chamber music playing and later joined the Locrian String Quartet, touring frequently both domestically and internationally.

Justin also performed for many years as the cellist of the English Piano Trio, taking part in numerous recordings and international tours. He played frequently as Guest Principal Cello with the English Sinfonia, and in 1985 he founded the Locrian Ensemble of London.