Andy Nash Guitar

Description

Unique and highly regarded act, with an extensive repertoire of of popular music arranged for the classical guitar. Hugely versatile and vastly experienced with dozens of 5* customer reviews, Andy's subtle, unobtrusive playing style is ideal for weddings, receptions, dinners and corporate events.
Highlights
* Hugely experienced acoustic guitarist performing instrumental popular music from 60’s right through to recent chart hits
* Unique, quirky repertoire including pop, blues, rock, jazz, classical and film/TV soundtracks
* Ideal for adding background ambience to a variety of recep ... tions, dinners and corporate events
* Highly polished, professional and flexible service with 100+ customer reviews and five star rated on Google, Facebook
Andy Cherry is a talented acoustic guitarist performing instrumental versions of popular jazz, soul and rock classics in a subtle classical guitar style ideal for adding ambience to receptions, dinners and corporate events. Offering a highly polished and flexible service, Andy boasts an impressively wide repertoire of well-known material ranging from 1960’s right through to recent chart hits.
Using a loop/sampler pedal, Andy is able to seamlessly layer multiple guitar parts and demonstrate his impressive live improvisation skills in enhancing the melodies of original. Able to take requests in advance, Andy can adapt each piece stylistically according to the situation - for example it is possible to perform Daft Punk’s Get Lucky in a range of styles from bossa nova to classical romantic! All equipment - including a small amplifier - can operate entirely by battery power giving Andy total flexibility in terms of performance location, tonality and volume whether it be for small intimate occasions or large scale grand events.
Personable and vastly experienced, Andy is based in South-East England (Cambridgeshire) and is able to travel UK wide and internationally as required. Read More

Set-List

Favourites
Get Lucky (Daft Punk) - Recent classic made in collaboration with prolific hit-maker Nile Rogers (2013)
Life on Mars (David Bowie) - Songwriting genius, and a real challenge to play (1971)
Is This Love? (Bob Marley) - Beautiful song, great for register signings and pre-ceremony (1978)
Top Gun Main Theme (Harold Faltermeyer) - Classic theme tune (1986)
Jurassic Park/Star Wars/Indiana Jones (John Williams) - Very popular movie themes (70s-90s)
Take Five (Dave Brubeck) - Best selling jazz single of all time (1959)
Thinking Out Loud (Ed Sheeran) - Big hit from the Ginger Ninja ... (2014)
Shake It Off/Blank Space (Taylor Swift) - Yes, really! (2014)
Move on Up (Curtis Mayfield) - Originally released 1970, sampled by Kanye West in 2006
I'm Still Standing (Elton John) - Yeah yeah, yeah... (1983)
Fly Me to the Moon (Frank Sinatra) - first recorded in 1954, best known version by Sinatra ten years later
Move on Up (Curtis Mayfield) - Originally released 1970, sampled by Kanye West in 2006
Let's Stay Together (Al Green) - 60th greatest song of all time according to Rolling Stone (1971)
(Your Love Keeps Lifting Me) Higher and Higher (Jackie Wilson) - Motown classic, perfect for the recessional (1967)
Highway to Hell (ACDC) - Classic rock! (1979)
Recent (2000 onwards)
Symphony (Clean Bandit w/Zara Larsson) - Prolific band's third UK number one (2017)
Thinking Out Loud (Ed Sheeran) - Big hit from the Ginger Ninja (2014)
All of Me (John Legend) - Third best-selling song of the year (2014)
Valerie (Amy Winehouse) - Originally by the Zutons (2006)
Breakdown/Better Together (Jack Johnson) - Nice chilled tunes from the ‘In Between Dreams’ album (2005)
I'm Yours (Jason Mraz) - hugely successful summer hit (2005)
Make You Feel My Love (Adele) - Written by Dylan (1997) famously covered by Adele (2008)
Crazy (Gnarls Barkley) - Britain's best selling single of 2006 (2005)
Get Lucky (Daft Punk) - Recent classic made in collaboration with prolific hit-maker Nile Rogers (2013)
Happy (Pharrell Williams) - Pharrell Williams' solo effort (2014)
Ho Hey (Lumineers) - The chorus is great for bride/groom exit (2013)
How Long Will I Love You? (Ellie Goulding) - Works well for aisle walks and register signings (2013)
Sex on Fire (Kings of Leon) - One of the biggest bands of recent recent times (2008)
Shake It Off (Taylor Swift) - Yes, really! (2014)
1980's-90's
Nobody Does it Better (Carly Simon) - Great Bond theme! (1997)
Scar Tissue (Red Hot Chili Peppers) - Was it really this long ago?! (1999)
Careless Whisper (George Michael) - One for the ladies... erm... RIP George (1984)
Purple Rain (Prince) - The late Purple One's biggest hit, also RIP 2016! (1984)
Your Love Gets Sweeter everyday (Finlay Quaye) - Lovely song, so simple! (1998)
Fields of Gold (Sting and Eva Cassidy versions) - Often requested for ceremonies (1993)
Power of Love (Huey Lewis & The News) - From the film Back to the Future (1985)
Kiss (Prince) - You don't have to be beautiful... (1986)
I'm Still Standing (Elton John) - Yeah yeah, yeah... (1983)
Danger Zone (Kenny Loggins) - From Top Gun (1986)
Man in the Mirror (Michael Jackson) - I'm gonna make that change, chaamone! (1987)
50's, 60's, 70's
California Dreamin' (Mamas & Papas) - Classic pop from (1965) #89 in Rolling Stone's list of 'The 500 Greatest Songs of All Time'
It's Not Unusual (Tom Jones) - Originally intended for Sandie Shaw, recorded by a then-unknown Tom Jones (1965)
Take Five (Dave Brubeck) - Best selling jazz single of all time (1959)
Waterloo Sunset (The Kinks) - Ray Davies' classic was originally called 'Liverpool Sunset' (1967)
Redemption Song (Bob Marley) - One of the reggae legend's greatest hits (1979)
Wish You Were Here (Pink Floyd) - Classic Pink Floyd anthem from album of the same name (1975)
Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow? (Carole King) - Covered multiple times, from the album 'Tapestry' (1971)
Fly Me to the Moon (Frank Sinatra) - first recorded in 1954, best known version by Sinatra ten years later
Move on Up (Curtis Mayfield) - Originally released 1970, sampled by Kanye West in 2006
Let's Stay Together (Al Green) - 60th greatest song of all time according to Rolling Stone (1971)
Albatross (Peter Green) - Instrumental, famously used by Marks & Spencer in TV ads (1968)
Layla (Eric Clapton) - Guitar anthem released under Derek and the Dominos (1970)
September (Earth, Wind & Fire) - Disco classic! (1978)
(Your Love Keeps Lifting Me) Higher and Higher (Jackie Wilson) - Motown classic, perfect for the recessional (1967)
All Along the Watchtower (Jimi Hendrix) - One of his best known masterpieces, a Bob Dylan cover (1965)
Life on Mars (David Bowie) - Songwriting genius, and a real challenge to play (1971)
Is This Love? (Bob Marley) - Beautiful song, great for register signings and pre-ceremony (1978)
In My Life (Beatles) - The less obvious, understated Beatles choice from Rubber Soul (1965)
Highway to Hell (ACDC) - Classic rock! (1979)
You've Got a Friend (James Taylor) - Best known version of this Carole King song (1971)
We Have All the Time in the World (Louis Armstrong) - This is actually a bond theme! (1969)
Black Magic Woman (Peter Green/Santana) - Classic blues from Peter Green (1968), made famous by Santana (1970)
Jessica (Allman Brothers) - Theme tune to TV's top gear (1971)
Johnny B. Goode (Chuck Berry) - "Watch me for the changes and try and keep up, ok?" ref: Back II the Future ???? (1958)
Jumpin' Jack Flash (Rolling Stones) - Everybody loves he Stones (1969)
TV & Movie Themes
Indiana Jones, Star Wars, Rocky, Superman, ET, Kill Bill, Top Gun, Jurassic Park, Last of the Mohicans, Match of the Day, Neighbours, Black Beauty.
Other various
"I can also play the traditional Bridal Chorus 'Here Comes the Bride' by Wagner and Pachelbel's Canon.
The above selection is based on the most obvious, popular choices across pop, jazz and rock - I can play lots more by artists such as Nirvana, Pink Floyd, Flight of the Conchords, Foo Fighters, Radiohead and even Rage Against the Machine if you fancy something a bit different! I'm very open to learning quirky versions of songs so don't be afraid to ask. Film themes such as Indiana Jones, Rocky, Top Gun and Star Wars are always popular - not to mention the title music to Match of the Day and Black Beauty!" Read More

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Experience

Andy’s pedigree is reflected in an impressive CV of events across the UK, mainland Europe and the Middle-East, including the 2009 Grand Prix in the Kingdom of Bahrain, Malcesine Castle Verona and London’s Dorchester Hotel. Recommended supplier at many wedding venues in Southeast England including South Farm and Chippenham Park.

Suitable for

Bar / Bat Mitzvah Birthday Party (Adult) Casinos Christening Christmas Party Cocktail Party / Drinks Reception Corporate Event Dinner Party Jewish Wedding Private Party Product Launch / Promotion Trade Show / Exhibitions

Additional Information

PLI, fully portable mains power not necessary. Song requests not in existing repertoire may incur supplementary charge.

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