Over a career spanning six decades, Andy has earned a reputation as a “troubadour of life,” an “Americana music pioneer,” a “master of traditional American music styles,” and an “upbeat …

Andy’s music can be thoughtful, funny, or bittersweet — but it’s always a joyful experience! He infuses his songwriting and his shows with his trademark creativity, humor, and consummate …

Andy—as MC, mentor, and educator—sets the young performers at ease through backstage prep and on-stage dialog. Each performer does 1-3 numbers, treating the audience to an Opry-style …

Andy’s Performances ♦ Acoustic Kids Performances Each item in the menu below is a playlist of two or more videos – just click on the title to open it. As we work through our archives and add …

Andy’s relaxed, common-sense approach to teaching is rooted in his background in developmental learning, his experience as a professional musician, and his interest in creative …

As a singer/songwriter and bandleader, Andy has performed his original songs in shows and concerts across the US and abroad, teaching many a songwriting workshop along the way. …

This 2011 reissue of Andy’s critically-acclaimed mandolin album is remastered, remixed, and as much fun as ever! Dance of Life mixes the fire of bluegrass with the more laid-back feel of …

Andy chooses the Ambassadors from among all the registered Acoustic Kids for each festival. You don’t have to do anything extra to be considered, and it doesn’t matter which day or time …

There’s Talk About a Fence (0n Waterbug Records, produced by Andy May) Everett Lilly. IBMA Hall of Honor. Mandolin. Legend. Winner of the 2008 International Bluegrass Music …

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Curtis McPeake, banjo legend, Swift River Music Artist, and Andy’s good friend, duo partner, and pickin’ buddy for 25 years. He …