2009
Tom Alexander MBE
The accordion playing half of the Alexander Brothers was born in Cambusnethan, Wishaw in 1934. His father, Jimmy, worked in the local steel works and was the driving force behind the family. Tom’s musical talent came from Mum, Helen, who sang and played the piano. He received classical tuition at the age of 9 from various local teachers including Bill Brown, a former British Champion. In 1952 Tom won the Classical Open Solo at the NAO Championships held in Glasgow. On leaving school Tom started as an apprentice painter and decorator alongside brother Jack with “Torrance the painters” in Motherwell. His first appearance as a professional entertainer was with Jack at The Webster Theatre in Arbroath. However it took a complete change in their repertoire from light classics to Scottish before their stage act really took off. Tom has released numerous solo accordion CDs including Airs and Graces, Hoots Mon! and Bits and Pieces.
Tom Alexander MBE
The accordion playing half of the Alexander Brothers was born in Cambusnethan, Wishaw in 1934. His father, Jimmy, worked in the local steel works and was the driving force behind the family. Tom’s musical talent came from Mum, Helen, who sang and played the piano. He received classical tuition at the age of 9 from various local teachers including Bill Brown, a former British Champion. In 1952 Tom won the Classical Open Solo at the NAO Championships held in Glasgow. On leaving school Tom started as an apprentice painter and decorator alongside brother Jack with “Torrance the painters” in Motherwell. His first appearance as a professional entertainer was with Jack at The Webster Theatre in Arbroath. However it took a complete change in their repertoire from light classics to Scottish before their stage act really took off. Tom has released numerous solo accordion CDs including Airs and Graces, Hoots Mon! and Bits and Pieces.