 Andrew also performed at the BBC Proms 2000 with the Guildhall School of Music Symphony Orchestra conducted by Sir Colin Davis and toured Portugal with the European Union Wind Ensemble in April 2000.During this period, he also performed in a number of musicals, pit bands, and recording sessions in and around London, including sessions for The London Film and Television School.Andrew was awarded the BBC Big Band Drummer of the Year 2001 and received his BMus(Hons) from the Guildhall School of Music and Drama that same year.