Tandem was born out of a bizarre series of coincidences, which revealed the like-mindedness of two classical musicians. Soon inspiration was being drawn from traditional and world music and jazz. Their unique blend of intense, energetic tunes and melancholic ballads, has introduced them to audiences alongside the likes of Lau and Martin Simpson.

Charlie Pell has studied with Pete Cooper and Catriona McDonald at Newcastle University. He has also studied composition with Domenic Murcott at Tri...