Jaxson Cello Concerto, 2026-2028
A Consortium led by:
Jalayne Mitchell, cellist
Joe Jaxson, composer
The Story
Having lived with a family where fear, anxiety, and an unsafe view on life were a norm, Jalayne found her anchor, her vehicle, in music and especially, her cello. Jalayne Mitchell fosters possibility, hope, and optimism among the chaos we experience in different seasons of our lives.
The composer on this collaboration: “I’m writing this concerto as a vehicle for Jalayne. Channeling the soloist’s experience and what she’s been through will result in a performance on possibility and potential.”
About the Soloist
Jalayne Mitchell is an American cellist whose artistry bridges performance, education, and social impact. She is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Cello Performance at Rice University’s Shepherd School of Music under Norman Fischer and holds a Bachelor’s degree from the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, where she served as principal cellist in the Symphony Orchestra for the COP26 Climate Conference held in 2022.
Interested?
Brian Horner | Representation and Management, Craft Brewed Music
(615) 364-7656
bhorner@craftbrewedmusic.com
Listen to Joe’s works.
Listen to Jalayne perform.