Having studied Piano and Clarinet from an early age, Andrew qualified as a bachelor of music from the University of Surrey, Guildford, majoring in piano and composition. He then completed teacher training as is currently Deputy Headteacher of a local primary school.

Andrew is well known in the South East Essex area as soloist, accompanist and teacher. He has worked with many local groups as rehearsal pianist, chorus master and musical director including Southend, Billericay and Leigh Operatic Societies, Singer Stage School, Morgan Academy and East Essex Players. Andrew is also Secretary of the Schools’ Music Association which organised as annual festival for 70 Primary Schools at the Cliffs Pavilion. He is also a regular entrant and supporter of both the Leigh-on-Sea and Southend Musical Festivals, having won a number of classes over the years.

He has been Trillogy’s accompanist and arranger since 1995.