From an early age, Andrea Zonn was encouraged to explore her musical passions. The oldest child in a musical family, Zonn began to study the violin at age 5. She started fiddling at age 10, and traveled the contest circuit around the prairies of her native Illinois. At 14 she was accepted as a freshman violin major at the University of Illinois. Two years later, she transferred to Vanderbilt University in Nashville where she won numerous classical violin competitions and was awarded a fellowship to the prestigious Aspen Music Festival. That same year, she won the National Fiddle Championship in Winfield, KS.
Her voice and fiddle have graced recordings by Vince Gill, Linda Ronstadt and Ann Savoy, Keb’ Mo, George Jones, T-Bone Burnett, Neil Diamond, Paul Brady, Amy Grant, Mickey Newbury, Tim O’Brien, Alison Krauss, Sam Bush, Darrell Scott and countless others. Some of the folks she’s toured with include Vince Gill, Lyle Lovett, Tony Trischka, Trisha Yearwood, Alison Brown, Jerry Douglas, and currently, James Taylor. Andrea’s debut release, Love Goes On,was met with critical acclaim, including being named one of 2003’s Top 10 new artists in the “Country Music Critics’ Poll”.
With an ardent sense of global awareness, Andrea co-produced Hands Across the Water: A Benefit for the Children of the Tsunami. As a response to the Asian tsunami of 2004, the project features collaborations between American folk artists and their Celtic counterparts, including John Prine, Rodney Crowell, Altan, Vince Gill, Lunasa, Cerys Matthews, Jackson Browne and a host of others. All proceeds from record sales are distributed to aid children affected by the devastation.
The upcoming year will include working on a new album, additional artist collaborations, and producing projects for other artists.
Albums
iTunes "This record and Andrea’s voice remind me of the reasons why I love music." -- Vince Gill
"Finally, a glimpse into this remarkable person whose talent, beauty and friendship continue being some of my favorite things put on earth." -- Alison Krauss
"Zonn crafts an intelligent, beautifully played album that reveals new pleasures with each listening." -- Brian Mansfield, USA Today
iTunes "American and Celtic musicians have been quietly building collaborative efforts for several years, from the Transatlantic Sessions disc to The Chieftains Down The Old Plank Road, and Hands Across The Water is a nifty and rewarding next step in the campaign." -- Jon Weisberger, No Depression
Influences
All 12 notes and a multitude of rhythms,
from all styles of music, including,
but not limited to the music of:
Paul Martin Zonn
Wilma Zonn
Linda Ronstadt
Emmylou Harris
Karla Bonoff
New Grass Revival
James Taylor
Vince Gill
Stevie Wonder
Tony Rice
The Jackson 5
NRBQ
Kenny Rogers & The First Edition
Vassar Clements
Rodney Crowell
Kenny Baker
Jascha Heifetz
The Rascals
The Dregs
Carole King
Albert Lee
Rodney Crowell
Gram Parsons
Ella Fitzgerald
Etta James
Taj Mahal
Prokofiev
J.S. Bach
Catherine Tait
and so many more
The Grammy Awards
A Prairie Home Companion
The Grand Ole Opry
Woodsongs Old-Time Radio Hour
The Country Music Awards (CMAs)
The Tonight Show (with Johnny Carson and with Jay Leno)
The Late Show with David Letterman
The Grand Ole Opry
Nashville Now
As a Producer Love Goes On (2003 Compass Records) Hands Across the Water (2005 Compass Records) Kristian Booth : Hymns, Volume I (featuring a stunning duet with Susan Ashton)
Hi Andrea, We're glad to be here too, having a MySpace page is eye opening! Never know so many of our friends are doing this. I really enjoyed seeing you at Blair recently a the "Little House on the Prairie" concert. I bought all the CDs and books and just love listening to them. Great singing, great production, and great songs!
NOUVEAU!!!! Disponible sur Myspace! Un morceau extrait du nouvel album du groupe Maltavern "Douce Tornade" Sorti le 28 Juin 2008 Bonne écoute! A bientôt Et bon vent... Christo pour Maltavern
Hello Andrea, Thanks for your comment some time ago - much appreciated. Looking forward to seeing you at Tanglewood this Friday. Happy 4th!! In kindness, Win
A, Wishing you safe travels on round two of your adventure. You are truly an amazing musician and singer, It was a gift to see so much talent all on one stage. Thank you for the memorable night. S
Thanks, Andrea! It was great to see your Mom! How's the baby and how is your tour going? Say hi to James, I met him in a grocery store once! He won't remember,but I gave him O'connor's #. Have fun, Love, k
Thanks for the Add, Come hang out with us this saturday at yucatan beach club in Coppell for a great cause and great time. Looking forward to partying with all our friends.
i visited kari tonight and talked to the little bambino. i told him (or her) that someday they'll be able to talk to Lennid, who can forewarn him/her about the The Sarge. :)
