Leveret

Leveret are a highly acclaimed English folk trio renowned for their innovative approach to traditional music, blending consummate musicianship with captivating spontaneity. Formed in 2014, the band comprises three of England’s most celebrated folk musicians: Andy Cutting (melodeon), Sam Sweeney (fiddle), and Rob Harbron (English concertina). Together, they explore English tunes with a fresh yet deeply rooted perspective, drawing on their individual mastery of their instruments to create a sound that is both timeless and strikingly original.

Leveret’s music is firmly grounded in the English folk tradition but stands apart thanks to its spontaneous nature. The trio eschew conventional arrangements, instead relying on mutual trust, keen listening, and real-time musical interplay.  This approach ensures that no two performances are ever the same, offering audiences a uniquely spontaneous experience that feels both ancient and contemporary. Their repertoire blends original settings of traditional tunes with new compositions crafted by the trio, who are themselves regarded as some of the finest tunesmiths in modern folk music.

The trio’s chemistry is a cornerstone of their appeal. Critics have lauded the “almost telepathic interplay” between Cutting, Sweeney, and Harbron as they weave their melodies together. Reviews from outlets like The Guardian, Mojo, and fROOTS have praised their “glorious” intuitive playing, “sublime” musicianship, and the “feel-good warmth” they generate on stage.

Leveret—named after the term for a young hare—embodies the spirit of English folk with a poise and grace that feels both understated and revolutionary. Their music, described as possessing a “very English kind of swing,” reinvents tradition with a modern sensibility, appealing to seasoned folk enthusiasts and newcomers alike.  As they continue to explore the endless potential of the folk tune, Leveret remains a vital and exhilarating force in the contemporary folk scene, proving that tradition is not static but a living, breathing art form ripe for reinvention.

“Individually, each musician is a master, but what happens when the three combine is nothing short of enchantment – there is something exceptional that happens when Cutting, Harbron, and Sweeney get together, something elemental, dynamic, and yet curiously timeless; something magical.  A mesmerising and nourishing treat for both the ears and the soul.” – Folk Radio UK