A final evening of song, stories and amazing guitar from one of New Zealands most successful folk exports.
This is the final show of Andrews NZ tour before heading back to tour Canada and the U.S.
Andrew White is a troubadour. He is one of those rare artists who can skillfully combine brilliant finger-style guitar work with a compelling story in lyric and deliver them both in an engaging live performance.
Andrew’s musical journey began at age 16 busking in the streets of Auckland. He quickly earned the reputation as one of the country’s most highly acclaimed acoustic guitarists. Andrew then landed a record deal with US label Narada in 1989, and traveled to world stages performing with artists Clannad, Michelle Shocked, Tommy Emmanuel ,The Corrs, Janis Ian, Taj Mahal. Today, Andrew’s songs can be found on over one million purchased recordings globally.
During the past year, Andrew White was honored as nominee for Musician of the Year at the 2009 Nova Scotia Music Awards and is his album Walk in Light is nominated for Folk Recording of the Year at the Canadian East Coast Music Awards, 2010.
Andrew’s travels are well documented in his storytelling that he emotionally delivers in folk, blues, pop and reggae genres. Whether you attend a solo or symphony performance, Andrew’s deep connection with his audience leaves them awed by his virtuosity on the guitar and the truth in his lyrics. He delivers every time.
With special guest Dylan Wade.
Kauaeranga Hall
437 Kauaeranga Valler Raod, Thames may22, 7.30pm $15
