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Musician, proud multilingual Scouser, and the tenth winner of the Rushworth Composition Prize with the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic, Andrew’s sound is shaped by his rich heritage, with West African, Caribbean, and Irish roots. He began his musical journey at 13, learning the piano and bass guitar in secondary school, where he discovered a deep love for music that would shape his life.

Andrew thrives on artistic collaboration, sharing experiences, and fostering intercultural dialogue. His musical influences are diverse, drawing from classical, jazz, traditional world music, electronic, contemporary classical, and progressive rock/metal. This eclectic mix fuels his dynamic sound, which extends far beyond his classical training.

He studied Languages at The University of Leeds, during which time he spent two years at La Universidad de Granada in Spain and also studied Jazz & Classical music at L'Université de Montréal in Canada. Fluent in six languages and speaking ten altogether, Andrew’s multicultural background is at the heart of his creative process.

Andrew is currently the Pianist-in-Residence at the Arts Bar Orchestra under conductor Gaianeh Ghazaryan, and a Composer-in-Residence at the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic, where he is composing for the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Choir and the 10:10 Ensemble. He also sings with the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Choir under conductor Matthew Hamilton.

As an international collaborator, Andrew has performed across the UK, Canada, and Europe, with his ongoing Origins project being a core part of his work. Origins is a deeply personal exploration of his multicultural background, weaving together influences from his West African, Caribbean, and Irish heritage. The project combines diverse musical genres, blending classical, jazz, electronic, and world music to create a distinctive sound that is both a reflection of his roots and an invitation to explore the shared human experience through music. Origins is a journey of discovery, capturing the richness of his identity and the power of intercultural dialogue through sound.

In addition to his current work, Andrew is thrilled to be an Artist-in-Residence at Opera North for 2025, where he will continue developing Origins in collaboration with other artists and composers. This residency allows him to push the boundaries of his creativity, bringing new dimensions to the project and forging deeper connections within the wider arts community.

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