Jerry Leon - Celtic Guitarist
This Celtic/folk guitarist and singer performs traditional English and Celtic music suitable for folk clubs as well as background music for events.
He is a well known performer on the folk circuit and has had many TV and radio performances as well as prominent festival shows and concerts. He also gives demonstrations and workshops.
He has a long history of playing professionally becoming established in the 1970s when he was awarded 2nd place to Adrian Legg in the International Fingerpicking Competition. Twice finalist of the Guitarist of the Year competition; awarded 2nd place in 1998 and 1st place in 2000.
"makes seemingly effortless runs, harmonies, counter melodies and complex finger busting rhythmic variations that impress wannabe guitarists" English Dance and Song
"a consumate performer of the style that has moved English guitar light years on" Traditional Music Maker
"A great performer" Guitarist Magazine