Overview
ALEX CUMMING (they/them/she/her) is a traditional singer, accordionist, pianist, and dance caller originally from Somerset, England, now based in Brattleboro, VT. Alex has performed extensively across the UK and the US, bringing traditional songs and tunes to life with an engaging stage presence, strong voice, rhythmic dance-able accordion style, and deep knowledge of folk traditions. Alex plays in a duo with Audrey Jaber and is also known for their work with award winning a Capella band The Teacups, Celtic trio Bellwether (ft. Eric McDonald & Louise Bichan), and contra dance bands Crossover and Red Case Band. [2026 Connecticut Sea Music Festival]
Alex Cumming is an English singer, accordionist, pianist, dance caller and workshop leader originally from Somerset, UK and now living in Boston, MA, USA. He is also a member of the UK-based, acapella quartet, The Teacups. In the USA he partners with Nicola Beazley as Alex Cumming & Nicola Beazley.
As of 13 July 2023 Alex has an ongoing Kickstarter campaign to fund the production of a debut, solo album titled Homecoming.
From time-to-time Alex hosts a Folk & Acoustic Show on WMFO Radio in Greater Boston.