Mike Dawes and Amy Turk
Mike Dawes and Amy Turk
Mike Dawes & Amy Turk are acoustic guitar and concert harp like you’ve never heard before. This amazingly creative act produce a palette of intricately delicate sounds that have been stunning audiences throughout the U.K. Utilizing a variety of unorthodox techniques on both instruments, the pair combine dynamically diverse compositions and arrangements with a visually thrilling live performance.
Mike & Amy have performed alongside some of the world’s most highly respected musicians (Including Seth Lakeman, John Renbourn, Tommy Emmanuel, Pierre Bensusan, Trace Bundy and Chris Wood) at venues and events throughout the United Kingdom such as Bath International Guitar Festival, Tommy Emmanuel's 'Tommyfest', as acoustic stage headliners, and the Komedia Theatre. The pair have featured on BBC radio and are regularly circulating international airwaves from Canada to Japan. They have been featured in numerous national and international publications including 'Guitarist', 'Acoustic' and 'Maverick' magazines.
With a combined 53 strings, several feet of wood and multiple effect units, Mike Dawes & Amy Turk are a truly unique duo with a snowballing reputation.
’Completely Spellbinding’ - Evening Post
Tell me about your history? How did you get where you are now?
Mike Dawes & Amy Turk tour frequently throughout the U.K.
Mike & Amy are also available as a professional function act with over 15 years combined experience in the field. For more information please visit the included web-links
Have you performed live in front of an audience? Any special memories?
All live dates are available at the official website:
Your musical influences
Everything from Debussy to Hedges
What equipment do you use?
Nick Benjamin 100 Guitar, Taylor 214e w/ L.R. Baggs Dual Source, Crafter SA, Lyon & Healy style 30 concert harp, various effects, Fishman SA220 Soloamp