Anna Shannon

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A versatile singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, Anna carries the folk music tradition forward in her own distinctive style. Since winning the local BBC radio’s ‘Yorkshire Songwriter of the Year’ 2006, she has released seven albums of her original material, accompanying herself on guitar and a number of other instruments. Coming from a classical musical background has given her undoubted advantages, and her variety of guitar styles and her honest voice win over increasing numbers of fans, including the greats of the folk world like Vin Garbutt and Martyn Wyndham-Read. “A major song-writing talent.” “A stunning singing voice.” “A truly fine multi-instrumentalist.” Come and find out for yourself!