Leveret

Leveret are a celebrated English folk trio bringing fresh life to traditional tunes. Formed in 2014, they unite three outstanding musicians—Andy Cutting (melodeon), Sam Sweeney (fiddle), and Rob Harbron (concertina)—in a sound rooted in tradition yet alive with invention. Named after a young hare, Leveret’s music carries a gentle, unmistakably English swing, full of warmth, grace, and quiet energy.

Andy Cutting is widely regarded as one of the finest melodeon players of his generation. A three-time winner of the BBC Folk Awards’ Best Musician title, he has collaborated with an impressive array of artists, including June Tabor, Kate Rusby, Martin Simpson, Blowzabella, and even Roger Daltrey of The Who. Sam Sweeney, named the 2015 BBC Folk Awards Musician of the Year, is a virtuoso fiddler best known for his work with Bellowhead, as well as projects like The Full English and his solo work including Unearth Repeat and The Unfinished Violin. Rob Harbron, described by The Guardian as a “concertina wizard”, has a uniquely inventive approach to the English concertina and is known for his work with artists including Emily Portman, Jon Boden, and The Full English.

At the heart of their playing is spontaneity. They step away from fixed arrangements, instead listening closely and shaping each tune in the moment—so no two performances are ever quite the same. The result is music that feels both timeless and immediate, as if rediscovered anew each time it’s played.

Each member is a leading figure in the folk world, but together they create something even more special. Their playing has been praised for its “almost telepathic” connection, weaving melodies with a natural ease that draws listeners in. Blending traditional tunes with their own compositions, Leveret offer a rich, intimate experience—folk music that feels alive, shared, and deeply human.

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.