Bio
Andrew grew up in northern New Jersey and relocated to Philadelphia in 1994. He works in many musical styles including musical theatre, cabaret, jazz and pop. He has appeared on several theatre cast recordings as well as albums from his own bands and other Philadelphia-area artists.

As a composer Andrew's writing includes jazz, rock, several short film scores, theatrical scores.

Teachers: Al Stauffer, John Macey, Dave LaRue

Major influences: Louis Armstrong, Thelonius Monk, Eric Dolphy, Elvis Costello, Tom Waits, The Smiths, Jellyfish

Press
St. Anthony's Body - Dawn Falato

"Evocative music by Andrew Nelson..."

- Kevin Riordan
Courier-Post, Sept 10, 2004


Blue Open - Theatre V / New Edge Residency 2002

"...Andrew Nelson's marvelous live score both augments and inspires the chaotic action beautifully."

- J. Cooper Robb
Philadelphia Weekly, Mar 20, 2002
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