Andy Cutting

BBC Radio 2 Folk Award Winner for Best Musician in 2008 and 2011, Andy is a soulful and technically outstanding melodeon player with an ear for a fine tune. Many of his compositions have become contemporary Folk classics delivered by a warm and emotive performer, engaging his audiences with self-deprecating wit and staggering musicianship.

As well as a thorough grounding in the English tradition, Andy's influences extend to the music of Central France and to the storming Quebecois tradition.

Andy's commitment to traditional music has made him one of the Folk scene's most wanted, playing with Kate Rusby and John McCusker amongst others. There is also a growing demand for him to play beyond the realms of Folk, having recorded with Sting and John Illsley of Dire Straits. As well as his ongoing work with Chris Wood, Andy is currently working with Martin Simpson, June Tabor and Blowzabella.