“a wonderful celebration of traditional folk song, dance music and the traditions of England and the US” - The Spirit of Progressive Rock

AS THE LIGHTS GO OUT

the brand new album from Alex & Audrey

Your support will enable us too properly compensate our amazing team for their incredible work on the album, pay for our time at the amazing Ghost Hit Recording, post-production costs, marketing costs, production of physical copies, royalties and more.

We are planning for an early 2027 official release, with backers of this Fundrazr campaign being able to receive their copies of the album later in the fall 2026!

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Hi Everyone and Welcome! The Light We Keep is our first duo album, a collection of tunes and songs drawn from the English, American and Irish folk traditions that have truly shaped our lives. This recording is rooted in the social music-making we love: melodies are meant to be shared, carried, and rediscovered together.

The album explores the warmth and connection that live at the heart of folk music. These are tunes we have played late at night after dances, songs we return to again and again, and new musical conversations that have grown out of the past few years of collaboration, both here in the US and in England.

We’re inviting you to help us bring this record to life. By supporting this project, you’re not only helping us create an album, but you’re also helping sustain a living tradition of community music, creativity, and joy. Together, we can keep this light shining and share it far beyond this recording.

About Alex & Audrey

Alex Cumming and Audrey Jaber are a dynamic duo in the traditional folk music scene, known for their captivating performances and deep-rooted passion for folk traditions.

Together, Alex and Audrey create a unique and engaging traditional music experience. Their collaboration blends Alex’s traditional singing and rhythmic accordion playing with Audrey’s lively fiddling, resulting in performances that resonate deeply with audiences. Audrey played fiddle on Alex’s debut solo album, “Homecoming,” released in 2024 and the duo are working on their debut duo record in 2026.

Notable performances include Club Passim, Folklore Society of Greater Washington, Folk Music Society of New York, Sidmouth Folk Festival, Halsway Manor, Cecil Sharp House, Circle Left, Glen Echo Ballroom, Whitby Folk Week and The Christmas Revels at Sanders Theater.

Alex Cumming (they/she) is a traditional singer, accordionist, pianist, and dance caller originally from Somerset, England, now based in Brattleboro, Vermont. With over a decade and a half of experience, Alex has performed extensively across the UK and the US, bringing traditional songs and tunes to life with his engaging stage presence and deep knowledge of folk traditions. Alex is also known for their work with award winning UK based a Capella band The Teacups, celtic trio Bellwether (ft. Eric McDonald & Louise Bichan) and contra dance bands Crossover and Red Case Band.

Audrey Jaber (she/her), is a vibrant fiddler and singer based in San Diego, CA. She has energized dance and concert halls throughout the US and Europe with her dynamic fiddling style. Audrey is a member of several bands, including The Free Raisins, The Gaslight Tinkers, Audacious (with Larry Unger), and Wake Up Robin. Audrey’s fiddle playing is rhythmically lively and spontaneous; she’s guaranteed to get you up and dancing. She specializes in English dance, New England, Celtic, and Old Time tunes (and did we mention she’s also an audio engineer?!). You might also have taken a workshop with Audrey, as she’s been on staff at various camps including various weeks at Pinewoods, Ashokan Northern Week, BACDS American week and Halsway Manor.

Their partnership is celebrated for its ability to connect with audiences through passionate and authentic performances, making them a beloved duo in the traditional folk music community.