Andy Nash Guitar

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Classical guitarist specialising in performing at weddings, corporate & private events with a unique repertoire of modern popular music.

Andy Nash is a unique and highly regarded act, with an extensive repertoire of of popular music arranged for the classical guitar. Hugely versatile and vastly experienced with a glowing reputation of 5* customer reviews on Google/Facebook, Andy's subtle, unobtrusive playing style is ideal for adding ambience to weddings, receptions, dinners and corporate events. Highlights * Hugely experienced acoustic guitarist performing instrumental popular music * Unique, quirky repertoire including pop, blues, rock, jazz, classical and film/TV soundtracks * Ideal for adding background ambience to a variety of receptions, dinners and corporate events * Highly polished, professional and flexible service Andy Nash 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. 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. 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 and is able to travel UK wide and internationally as required. Equipment - Perez Classical Guitar + Boss looper pedal - Roland AC33 amplifier (portable, battery powered) Gigography Andy has an impressive performance history, ranging from the UK to the Middle-East. This includes the F1 Grand Prix/Ritz-Carlton in Bahrain, various bookings across France, Belgium, Italy, Netherlands & Germany plus countless hotels, barns, country houses and estates across Southern England such as Hever Castle & Cambridge University. Other highlights include Dorchester Hotel, Emirates Stadium, Malcesine Castle, Pennsylvania Castle, River Cottage Corporate clients include Rolex, GlaxoSmithKline, Ford, Illumina, Cambridge University, Hilton/Hyatt Regency/Mercure/Best Western Hotels.

What to expect

Andy's subtle, unobtrusive playing style is ideal for adding ambience to weddings, receptions, dinners and corporate events. Calm, highly experienced and low-maintenance with a small, portable setup (indoor/outdoor), Andy will perform a wide range of instrumental covers on the classical guitar appealing to all musical tastes whether it be jazz, classical rock or pop. *Weddings* During wedding ceremonies Andy is able to provide live musical accompaniment for the all-important bride entrance, as well as a few minutes pre-ceremony as guests arrive/take their seats, register signing and recessional. Following this, he is then able to cover the drinks reception, or wedding breakfast as required based on a maximum performance time of approximately 120 minutes per booking. For all bookings, Andy can be flexible in the way sets are distributed across the time required and can provide pre-recorded appropriate background music in-between sets via his small portable amplifier if necessary.

Repertoire

Standard set Teenage Kicks (The Undertones) – Hard to beat (1977) Have you ever seen the Rain? (Creedence Clearwater Revival) – a special one for me (1971) Boyz of Summer (Don Henley) – 80’s belter (1984) Sexual Healing (Marvin Gaye) – ‘cos when I get that feeling (1982) Everlong (Foo Fighters) – back to my days of first learning the guitar (1997) God Only Knows (Beach Boys) – my favourite chord change in any song (1966) Isn’t She Lovely (Stevie Wonder) – cheesy breezy great for recessional and jazzy afternoons (1976) Man in the Mirror (Michael Jackson) – make that change! Chamone! (1995) You’ve got a Friend (James Taylor) – quintessential fingerpicked guitar piece written by Carole King (1971) Harvest Moon (Neil Young) – classic love song used in the movie Eat, Pray, Love (1992) The Girl from Ipanema (Antônio Carlos Jobim) – The full Brazilian, and actually really tough to play (1965) Get Lucky (Daft Punk) – Bossa-nova version, anyone? Sim, por favor (2013) Like a Hurricane (Neil Young) – he’s one of our own… (1977) I’m Still Standing (Elton John) – Another 80’s classic with a cracking guitar break (1983) Fly Me to the Moon (Frank Sinatra) – first recorded in 1954, best known version by Sinatra ten years later Redemption Song (Bob Marley) – ‘ole pirates yes they rob I (1979) All Along the Watchtower (Jimi Hendrix) – one of his best known masterpieces, a Bob Dylan cover (1965) Life on Mars (David Bowie) – took me so long to learn this (1971) Let’s Dance (David Bowie) – super sultry slow version sounds great on guitar (1983) (Your Love Keeps Lifting Me) Higher and Higher (Jackie Wilson) – Motown classic, perfect for the recessional or slow for entrance (1967) While My Guitar Gently Weeps (Beatles) – features Eric Clapton, taken from the White album (1968) In My Life (Beatles) – The less obvious, understated Beatles choice from Rubber Soul (1965) Take Five (Dave Brubeck) – Best selling jazz single of all time (1959) Scar Tissue (Red Hot Chili Peppers) – Was it really this long ago?! (1999) Move on Up (Curtis Mayfield) – sampled by Kanye West in 2006, great slow jazzy version (1960) Indiana Jones, Jurassic Park and Top Gun movie music. Extended repertoire (i.e. not subject to extra charge should you request these): Can’t Help Falling in Love (Elvis Presley) – All-time classic (1961) A Thousand Years (Christina Perri) – from the Twilight saga, oft requested for aisle walks (2011) (Thinking Out Loud (Ed Sheeran) – actually, I should charge to have to play this, but if you insist (2014) Let’s Stay Together (Al Green) – 60th greatest song of all time according to Rolling Stone (1971) Natural Woman (Carole King) – the original piano version is the best (1971) Careless Whisper (George Michael) – One for the ladies… erm… RIP George (1984) Time (Pink Floyd) – Track #2 from one of the greatest albums of all time; Dark Side of Moon 50m+ copies sold (1972) Nobody Does it Better (Carly Simon) – Great Bond theme! (1997) All of Me (John Legend) – Third best-selling song of the year (2014) I Gotta Feeling (Black Eyed Peas) – Song of the year at the 2009 World Music Awards (2009) Valerie (Amy Winehouse) – Originally by the Zutons (2006) 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) Happy (Pharrell Williams) – Yep, this one’s pretty irritating (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) Green and Gold (Lianne la Havas) – From this absolute goddess’ second album (2016) 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) – often requested for ceremonies (1993) California Dreamin’ (Mamas & Papas) – (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) Waterloo Sunset (The Kinks) – Ray Davies’ classic was originally called ‘Liverpool Sunset’ (1967) 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) 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) Black Magic Woman (Peter Green/Santana) – Classic blues from Peter Green (1968), made famous by Santana (1970) Chasing Cars (Snow Patrol) – Their biggest success to date (2005) Fix You (Coldplay) – From the album X&Y (2005) We Have All the Time in the World (Louis Armstrong) – This is actually a bond theme! (1969) Heard it through the Grapevine (Marvin Gaye) – Motown classic (1968) Go Your Own Way (Fleetwood Mac) – Rock classic from the album Rumours (1977) Ain’t no Sunshine (Bill Withers) – Sombre but still regularly requested (1971) Club Tropicana (Wham!) – Drinks are free (1983) Traditional Bridal Chorus ‘Here Comes the Bride’ by Wagner and Pachelbel’s ‘Canon in D’.

FAQ

Q: How long does setup take? A: Typically arriving 45mins-1hr prior to performance, setup actually usually only takes 15-20 minutes or less.
Q: What are your space and power requirements? A: All Andy needs on the day is a single parking space nearby, and small space to set up with armless chair/short stool. No mains power required. A little discretionary sustenance is much appreciated! Extra long journeys and international bookings may require transfers and accommodation.
Q: Do you take requests? A: Andy is very happy to accept the challenge of song requests in advance to personalise your experience; those not in existing repertoire are subject to a small supplementary charge. Any requests from the existing playlist are of course completely free.

Classical guitarist specialising in performing at weddings, corporate & private events with a unique repertoire of modern popular music.

Q: How long does setup take?

A: Typically arriving 45mins-1hr prior to performance, setup actually usually only takes 15-20 minutes or less.

Q: What are your space and power requirements?

A: All Andy needs on the day is a single parking space nearby, and small space to set up with armless chair/short stool. No mains power required. A little discretionary sustenance is much appreciated! Extra long journeys and international bookings may require transfers and accommodation.

Q: Do you take requests?

A: Andy is very happy to accept the challenge of song requests in advance to personalise your experience; those not in existing repertoire are subject to a small supplementary charge. Any requests from the existing playlist are of course completely free.

Customer reviews for Andy Nash Guitar

kimberley

Our Wedding Ceremony

We booked Andy to play our ceremony music and also for our drinks reception. Our wedding was not local to him (or us!) but Andy was more than happy to travel. We were wanting some specific songs, and Andy was very accommodating on this, learning them for this specific reason. He kept in contact in the months leading up to the day, and we felt very comfortable with his involvement. He did a great job on the day- we were over the moon. As it was our wedding day we didn’t have much time, but were able to have a quick chat before he left, and it was lovely to finally meet him properly. Thanks so much Andy!

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Matt

Hey Kim, Thanks so much for taking the time to leave such a positive review; no journey is too far when there are such lovely people at the end of it! I'm really pleased that you and the guests were happy with the music, and my thanks for making me feel so welcome throughout. Many congratulations once again, sending best wishes for a great Christmas break. Warm regards, Andy

Past Customer

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Andy played at our wedding ceremony and drinks reception on 2nd August 2019 and was superb! His playing was beautiful and his rendition of A Thousand Years which he played for my entrance was exactly as I had pictured it. He arrived and set up on time and was genuinely lovely guy. Lots of the guests remarked on how good he was, and some noticed his more unusual repertoire and said how good it was to hear something a bit different from what you’d expect! I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Andy.

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