As singers and musicians, we are brought up consciously and unconsciously to compete with each other. To become the best and forget the rest. For me, this wears true.
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VOCAL RIVER: THE SKILL AND SPIRIT OF IMPROVISATION
WINTER SOLSTICE
It is Winter Solstice tomorrow, which is the shortest day of 2019 and the longest night of the year! Dina and I have a few tickets available to attend this Saturday’s Sacred Sound & Yoga immersion exploring the flowing creative energy of Saraswati.
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THE GIFT OF COMMUNITY
My Aunty had been telling me for years, “if you want to play the guitar, I would love to teach you.” I thought about it for some time. Then in July of 1996 at my Dad’s 40th birthday by some spark of magic, I was inspired to learn the acoustic guitar. There and then I asked my Aunty Anne about having music lessons, and we began the following week. These guitar lessons led me to the purchase of my dearest and longest-serving magic friend and instrument Iggy Ibanez!
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Q&A: BREATHING
in breath workshops, q&a
Question:
I’ve enjoyed practising breathing with my tummy, and a question came up! Do you only breathe like this when singing, or has it become integrated into your life?
I’m noticing that after I practice my body doesn’t know when to stop breathing like this. When I’m doing other things, I feel a funny little flip into diaphragm breathing.
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AMIT CARMELI: WILD ROOTS
My beloved teacher Amit Carmeli is coming to Australia this month to share his wondrous Wild Roots Vocal Journey in March, Melbourne 6th - 10th, Mullumbimby 20th - 24th and Sydney 27th - 31st.
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INTRODUCING: BREATH OF LIFE WORKSHOP
While sitting in meditation at a Vipassana retreat in India in 2014, I had a profound experience. For the first time in my life, I felt my breath breathing my body without any direction from my mind. This sensation was new to me; I realised how much I had been controlling my breath and trying to control my life.
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HAPPY NEW YEAR!
HAPPY bright and brilliant NEW YEAR to you all! I pray you all had space and time to unwind, relax and enjoy time with your loved ones over the festive season.
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ONLINE MUSIC LESSONS
I am now offering online Singing & Vocal and or Guitar & Piano lessons to students anywhere in the world. If you are unable to attend lessons at my studio based in Northcote, Victoria, Australia, these online music lessons are perfect for those who are interstate, outstate or overseas. Alternatively, are touring or travelling musicians/performers or those who are on a tight schedule and can’t make it to the studio.
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CHRISTMAS/NEW YEARS BREAK
Dear Students,
I am taking a 2-week break from the music studio over the Christmas/New Years period. I want to express my sincere gratitude for all that was in 2018, as it was one of the best years the studio has had. Your continued support has allowed this to happen, without this, I wouldn’t be able to share my love of voice and music with the world.
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Sayso - Little Star
Photography by Jacinta Percy
SOIRÉE 2018 GRATITUDE
THE SOUND WEAVER SOIRÉE 2018!
SPRING/SUMMER REDUCED LESSON FEES
I would like to say a big thank you to all those that have had private lessons, attended workshops and or come to Chanting & Mantra gatherings this year.
I am deeply grateful for all I have learnt and received from you all. If it weren’t for you, I wouldn’t be able to share what I love with the world.
To say thank you, I am offering a SPECIAL from 1st November - 31st January. All private Singing & Vocal and Guitar & Piano fees will be reduced.
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