David Mitchell

David Mitchell describes his guitar playing as “Folk-Classical fingerstyle”, combining these genres to create a beautiful and unique take on some well known pieces and traditional folk tunes as well as performing his own original compositions. Alongside performing solo, David is also one half of West Country folk duo “Mitchell and Vincent” as well as in the “Monkey See Monkey Do Ceilidh Band”. He also enjoys depping with other bands and musicians near and far. In addition to being a talented musician, David trained as a luthier at Newark and Sherwood College and uses a Classical Guitar that he crafted himself. He also plays other stringed instruments as well as whistles and recorders. David has enjoyed performing solo guitar at a range of lovely venues including Downend Folk & Roots, Banbury Folk Club, The Amadeus, Wessex Acoustic Folk Club, Fivehead Folk & Acoustic Music Night, VegFest Bristol, Broadstairs Folk Week as well as many other public and private events. Looking ahead, David is currently working on his much anticipated debut solo album, ‘Contours’, due for release later in 2024. “A virtuoso on the classical guitar” … “an incredible talent” … “Supremely technical and wonderfully fluid, he plays traditional folk tunes and classical pieces with equal ease. Beautiful stuff.” - Downend Folk & Roots Audience quotes: “Such a pleasure to hear David play. What a talent.” “Beautiful tunes beautifully played.” “Fabulous… talented and thoughtful playing!” “A masterclass in guitar playing.” “Fabulous playing and an awesome sound.”