Andrea is the lead singer of the Irish band "The Corrs", she is the youngest of the sibling band made up of her two sisters, Caroline, Sharon and brother Jim. The family comes from a small Irish town called Dundalk near the border between Ireland and Northern Ireland. Andrea grew up with alot of music in the family. But it was in 1990 when the band was formed for Alan Parker's film The Commitments that started Andrea's career in music amd film, having done a part in "Evita" and recently on the animated film "The Magic Sword". 

She first learnt to play piano from her parents who were also musicians. She then started to play Tin Whistle as most Irish kids do and still plays it in the band. She also writes lyrics for the band's songs. Put everything together, you'll have to say she's truely a talented and great musician. 

Some facts :

  • DOB: 17th of May, 1974
  • Height: 5'1" (1.55m)
  • Family: Sisters - Sharon and Caroline, Brother - Jim,   Parents - Jean and Gerry
  • Role in Band: Lead Vocals and Tin Whistle

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