Links to our Friends
Show of Hands 
http://www.showofhands.co.uk/
Steve Knightley and Phil Beer are widely acknowledged as the finest acoustic roots duo in England and play many of our instruments from Guitars to Cuatros and of course Steve has been instrumental in making the cello mandolin our most popular seller .. thanks Steve :-)
Oddy Luthiers have supplied Show of Hands for over 30 years. David started making instruments in the 1970’s, eventually working closely with his son Nick, who made his first instruments with David over 20 years ago. Together they have been making and repairing top quality guitars and mandolins to their clients specifications. Following David’s death in 2017 Nick is proud to continue the business and legacy in a way that he hopes his father would approve.
Steve Knightley
https://steveknightley.com/home
Steve Knightley is a multi-award-winning singer-songwriter and musician, best known as a founding member of the folk/acoustic band “Show of Hands”. He hails from the West Country and is renowned for crafting songs deeply rooted in geographical places, merging historical folk influences with contemporary themes.
What Steve says about David Oddy indstruments
“We have been playing David Oddy instruments for nearly 30 years and the Show of Sound is defined by them, in particular the mandocello has been responsible for some of our best loved songs such as Country Life and Roots. In recent years the sweet punchy tone of the tenor guitar has inspired even more. We are delighted that Nick is continuing the tradition of craftsmanship that his father began, as well as creating beautiful instruments Nick is always available for advice and instrument maintenance. On stage I feature the guitars, mandocello, tenor guitar and also the unique South American tones of the cuatro and with Nick’s help hope to be featuring these Oddy instruments for years to come.” Steve Knightley
Phil Beer www.philbeermusic.co.uk
Phil is one of the most popular ambassadors for acoustic roots music. A dazzling multi-instrumentalist.
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Miranda Sykes
https://www.mirandasykes.com/
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Martyn Joseph http://www.martynjoseph.net/
A favourite artist of ours..
“David Oddy’s tenor guitar gave me a new insight and a new door into my songwriting. I found voicing’s that I would have struggled to find on a six string and textures that have inspired some of my most popular songs. Add to that the sheer beauty and quality of the craftsmanship and it has become an instrument that I greatly treasure. I take it all over the world and wouldn't dream of being on stage without it. I’m thrilled that Davids son Nick will continue to build upon his Fathers legacy and create these beautiful guitars that channel so much joy into the world. '
Martyn Joseph
He plays a tenor guitar created by David that was made from a Mahogany desk owned by David’s father!
Paul Downes http://www.pauldownes.com/index.htm
Paul's sensitive and yet fun approach to his live performances puts him among the most respected artists on the British acoustic music scene today.
He has been introduced (much to his embarrassment) as one of the greatest acoustic guitarists in the world.
It is easy to see why when you see the dazzling array of styles he performs with effortless brilliance, but at the same time he considers himself as a singer of songs, rather than a guitar technician.
What Paul says about Oddy instruments…
”I’m pleased and proud to be the owner of the very first instrument David Oddy ever sold - the first mandocello.I have subsequently become the owner of a guitar, banjo and mandolin - all of fabulous quality - indeed, my guitar is, arguably, one of the finest ever built anywhere.I am delighted that the tradition of fine craftsmanship is being carried on by David’s son, Nick. The legend continues...” Paul Downes
Ian Cleverdon of The Huers http://www.thehuers.co.uk
The Huers: Phil Caffrey and Ian Cleverdon are an acoustic duo based in North West England, and regularly appear with their Oddy instruments around the UK, performing both their own material and their unique arrangements of popular songs.
Ian plays David Oddy cello-mandolin, OM guitar, mandolin and tenor, Phil plays a David Oddy cello-mandolin.
"I've played many hand-made instruments over the years, and David and Nick's combination of construction and high quality materials is among the best in the business. There's also nothing that can touch their cello-mandolin in terms of unique sound, depth and songwriting inspiration!" Ian Cleverdon of The Huer
They can often be seen demonstrating the instruments at guitar shows as part of their work with Bose Professional PA systems.
Chris Ricketts
https://www.rickettsmusic.co.uk
Chris is a 20th Century Shanty and Folk Singer, Chris has recently bought four Oddy instruments which he says will be his go to instruments.
Some reviews:
"Chris Ricketts is the sort of artist who can hold a whole room spellbound with the sound of his voice alone." Acoustic Magazine
"A great singing voice and a really rock solid understanding of the songs" Mike Harding (BBC Radio 2)
Click here to here to hear Chris playing his new tenor https://www.facebook.com/100002911377750/videos/pcb.7849379468502354/3638833639740659?locale=en_GB
John Williams https://www.facebook.com/folkuk/
Singer songwriter Folk and Roots acoustic music.
The proud owner of 4 Oddy instruments 2 Cello Mandolins, Tenor Guitar and 000 concert Guitar, playing in festivals and folk clubs across the England and Wales.
Carrick https://www.carrickmusic.co.ukuk
Carrick are a modern acoustic duo comprised of Caroline and Rick (hence the name Carrick – if you hadn’t already guessed!)
Both Caroline and Rick add vocals and harmonies along with their wide range of instrument: Rick plays guitar, mandocello and tenor guitar (all handmade by Nick Oddy at David Oddy Luthiers & Sons); Caroline plays flute, cajon, bodhran, ukelele bass, 5-string electric fiddle and the Irish whistle. They regularly perform in and around the Midlands at folk clubs, pubs, festivals and private functions.
David Jenkinson of Two's Company http://www.twoscompanyfolk.co.uk
David sings and plays guitar and cello-mandolin. He was taught his first instruments – piano and trumpet – by teachers at school, but began learning to play electric guitar without tuition aged fifteen.
One year later he was given his first acoustic guitar, and he fell in love with folk music the same summer at Fairport’s 40th Cropredy Convention.
He has since taught himself to play the cello-mandolin and tenor guitar, and has ambitions to further expand his collection of acoustic instruments in the future. Now an accomplished multi-instrumentalist, David draws inspiration from the playing of various names you might expect – Kris Drever, Jim Moray, Steve Knightley – and the music of some you might not – Ed Sheeran, Bryan Adams, Green Day.
Ian Walker http://www.ianwalkeronline.com
Plays a rather nice Quilted Maple Oddy Guitar and Mandocello. Ian has now formed his own Band, “THE IAN WALKER BAND” comprising Moe Walker, Jimmy Scott and Ian.
Pete Christie http://www.petechristie.co.ukhttp://www.petechristie.co.uk
A British singer-songwriter / acoustic fingerstyle guitarist who plays from the heart and sings from the soul – a must see for anyone who loves acoustic music. He plays a sunburst Indian Rosewood Dreadnought guitar see him playing it on his website.
Tony Phillips A solo singer- songwriter; mandola and guitar player in the Doghouse Ceildh Band and
mandola/guitar player for T-Khut T’ankh and the Sea Shells a world music/jazz/folk/fusion trio. www.tonyphillips.org.uk
Tony Phillips A solo singer- songwriter; mandola and guitar player in the Doghouse Ceildh Band and
mandola/guitar player for T-Khut T’ankh and the Sea Shells a world music/jazz/folk/fusion trio. www.tonyphillips.org.uk
ony Phillips A solo singer- songwriter; mandola and guitar player in the Doghouse Ceildh Band and
mandola/guitar player for T-Khut T’ankh and the Sea Shells a world music/jazz/folk/fusion trio. www.tonyphillips.org.uk
Tony Phillips A solo singer- songwriter; mandola and guitar player in the Doghouse Ceildh Band and
mandola/guitar player for T-Khut T’ankh and the Sea Shells a world music/jazz/folk/fusion trio. www.tonyphillips.org.uk
Tony Phillips www.tonyphillips.org.uk
A solo singer- songwriter; mandola and guitar player in the Doghouse Ceildh Band and
mandola/guitar player for T-Khut T’ankh and the Sea Shells a world music/jazz/folk/fusion trio.
Flynn Cohen http://www.flynncohen.net/home.cfm
Acoustic Guitarist Flynn Cohen has performed all over the world with many notable acts in traditional and contemporary acoustic music.
Orchid Electronics http://www.orchid-electronics.co.uk/
John Godsland is an electronics wizard producing some fantastic audio kit including a great DI box used by Steve Knightley amongst many others.