Events and Performances |
| Live Performances |
|
| E-Spirit Awards | 5/14/2009 7PM |
| Annual award show, held in kelowna, BC in 2009 |
|
|
|
| BC Scene Festival | 4/22/2009 7PM |
| Held in Ottawa, ONT Canada. For more info, visit my website. |
|
|
|
| International Week Festival & Concert | 2/6/2009 7PM |
| Mega festival and cross-cultural sharing event. I'll be co-headlining the concert with Souljah Fyah. |
|
|
|
| Port Alberni Celebration | 12/5/2008 7PM |
| Music & Fun. I'll be headlining the line-up |
|
|
|
| Canadian Aboriginal Music Awards | 11/28/2008 7:30PM |
| Celebrating the best in Aboriginal music nationwide. I'm nominated in 3 categories: "Best Female Artist", "Best Songwriter", & "Best Producer/Engineer" and will also be performing on the show. |
|
|
|
| First Nite Awards | 11/6/2008 7PM |
| Nominated for "Best Producer/Engineer" at the Aboriginal Peoples Choice Music Awards and performing on the show. The show will be aired by APTN. |
|
|
|
| Western Canadian Music Awards | 10/20/2008 7PM |
| Nominated for "Outstanding Aboriginal Recording" and performing on the show. Doing a collab with Souljah Fyah mixing African and Aboriginal sounds! |
|
|
|
| Western Canadian Music Awards Festival showcase | 10/19/2008 11PM |
| showcasing with 5 other nominated artists. |
|
|
|
| Walacheen Days Concert Celebrations | 8/2/2008 TBA |
| TBA. Many guest performers, some big names. Will update later. |
|
|
|
| New Music West | 5/15/2008 TBA |
| Violet Femmes showcase during the New Music West conference and festival. I'll be doing a set showcasing music from my most recent release PHOENIX. Other events (ie. interviews, panels, etc TBA)
Time & Location TBA |
|
|
|
| New Music West | 5/14/2008 TBA |
| Violet Femmes showcase during the New Music West conference and festival. I'll be doing a set showcasing music from my most recent release PHOENIX.
Time & Event location TBA. |
|
|
|
| The Longest Walk 2: Los Angeles Benefit Concert | 5/11/2008 TBA |
| The Longest Walk 2 L.A. Benefit Concert will be a family event that will feature 1-2 large stages that will showcase an extraordinary mix of current Native & non-Native music, traditional and contemporary, blending together an eclectic mix of world music and cultures. Additionally, there will be a gathering of wonderful Native American arts, crafts, and artisan vendors that will be tucked under the shade of the many beautiful oak trees that grace the soft rolling land that is coupled with sections of dedicated state park land creating an ecological setting for traditional dance & drum exhibitions, storytelling, traditional Native foods, and much more.
I'll be performing and will also have a booth for cd signing etc. Hope to see you there!!
For more info on the Longest Walk and how you can support it, please visit their website. |
|
|
|
| Longest Walk 2: Los Angeles Benefit Concert | 5/10/2008 TBA |
| The Longest Walk 2 L.A. Benefit Concert will be a family event that will feature 1-2 large stages that will showcase an extraordinary mix of current Native & non-Native music, traditional and contemporary, blending together an eclectic mix of world music and cultures. Additionally, there will be a gathering of wonderful Native American arts, crafts, and artisan vendors that will be tucked under the shade of the many beautiful oak trees that grace the soft rolling land that is coupled with sections of dedicated state park land creating an ecological setting for traditional dance & drum exhibitions, storytelling, traditional Native foods, and much more.
I'll be performing and will also have a booth for cd signing etc. Hope to see you there!!
For more info on the Longest Walk and how you can support it, please visit their website. |
|
|
|
| 37th Annual Juno Awards | 4/5/2008 TBA |
| Not only am i nominated for an award for my new cd PHOENIX, but there are a number of different events going on during Juno weekend. From JunoFest, to JunoFanFare, to festivals, conferences, and sooooo much more.
I'll update later with locations, times, and event info!
There will be a Juno reception & award presentation at the Telus Conference Centre at 7PM that i'll be attending. |
|
|
|
| 37th Annual Juno Awards | 4/4/2008 TBA |
| Not only am i nominated for an award for my new cd PHOENIX, but there are a number of different events going on during Juno weekend. From JunoFest, to JunoFanFare, to festivals, conferences, and sooooo much more.
I'll update later with locations, times, and event info! |
|
|
|
| TRU Elders Luncheon: Part of First Nations Addictions Awareness week | 3/19/2008 noon-3PM |
| Will be singing for the peeps, all ages, all nations in honour of Addictions Awareness! If your in Kamloops, BC...stop by the University and get fed and entertained!
(see my official website for further info) |
|
|
|
| Methamphetamine & H.I.V Conference | 3/14/2008 TBA |
| I have been invited as the Female Keynote Speaker at this conference. I will be giving a presentation on my life journey so far, including info on my: upbringing, cultural/spiritual experiences, music career, decision to take time off of my career to have children and to raise a family, and my return to music.
If you would like to attend this event, please contact Wayne Miller at the Warmsprings Indian Reservation, OREGON. (will update contact info!!) |
|
|
|
| Methamphetamine & H.I.V Conference | 3/13/2008 TBA |
| I have been invited as the Female Keynote Speaker at this conference. I will be giving a presentation on my life journey so far, including info on my: upbringing, cultural/spiritual experiences, music career, decision to take time off of my career to have children and to raise a family, and my return to music.
The 13th will be a meet & greet day. Visiting the schools, etc.
If you would like to attend this event, please contact Wayne Miller at the Warmsprings Indian Reservation, OREGON. (will update contact info!!) |
|
|
|
| Session ??: Sing, Move, Read Cd | 2/22/2008 5:00PM |
| Will be recording a session this week with the Sage Hill Drummers. Should be cool.
The Sing, Move, and Read Cd is a Childrens Literacy promotional cd. I am the lead singer and one of three songwriters for this project. The target is First Nations children between the ages of 3-7. We are focusing on teaching them pre-reading skills using music, lyric, and movement.
For further info, please visit the SMR website or contact Patrick Walton. |
|
|
|
| CAS Language Conference Workshop | 2/16/2008 9:30-10:15AM |
| Shared the panel with Patrick Walton, a professor from Thompson Rivers University. Our topic was "Is Music An Effective Tool In Teaching?". |
|
|
|
| CAS Language Conference Workshop | 2/16/2008 10:45-11:30AM |
| Shared the panel with Patrick Walton, a professor from Thompson Rivers University. Our topic of discussion was "Is Music An Effective Tool In Teaching?".
|
|
|
|
| CAS Language Conference Banquet | 2/15/2008 7:00PM |
| A 1 hour performance featuring songs of my new cd 'Phoenix'. |
|
|
|
| Session 15: Sing Move Read Childrens Literacy CD | 1/23/2008 10AM |
| See session 13 |
|
|
|
| Session 14: Sing Move Read Childrens Literacy CD | 1/16/2008 10AM |
| See session 13 |
|
|
|
| Session 13: Sing, Move, Read Childrens Literacy Recording Cd | 1/9/2008 10AM |
| Am the lead singer and 1 of 3 songwriters on this cd which focuses on teaching First Nations children the basics of reading. We use music, movement, and rhyming word families to teach them how to read. Its rawwkks. |
|
|
|
| Session 12: Sing, Move, Read Childrens Literacy Recording Project | 12/19/2007 10AM |
| Will be bringing in drummers, flutist and such for a bit mo' NDN flavour this week!
The event url refers to the 2006 Sing, Move, Read cd. The 2007 project page should be displaying soon. |
|
|
|
| Session 11: Sing, Move, Read | 12/5/2007 10:00AM |
| Am the lead singer & 1 of 3 songwriters for a childrens literacy cd recording project. The Sing, Move, Read website is currently being updated, but you can still check it out to see last years info. This cd comes with a teachers guide and targets kindergarden students. |
|
|
|
| Canadian Aboriginal Festival: Performers Tent | 12/2/2007 TBA |
| If you missed me yesterday, nows your chance to catch my 20 minute set. I'll be singing songs off my new cd PHOENIX.
Will be an afternoon performance. I anticipate at set time of 2PM. |
|
|
|
| Canadian Aboriginal Festival: Performers Tent | 12/1/2007 TBA |
| Will be giving a 20 minute set, featuring songs off of my new cd PHOENIX. |
|
|
|
| Go Native: Top Native 2007 Model National Competition | 12/1/2007 9PM |
| Hosted by Jennifer Podemski with featured performances by a ton of First Nations talent, including me, OS12, Manik1derful, Spirit, and many more.... |
|
|
|
| Kamloops Street Days | 11/22/2007 TBA |
| Drop by and meet Fara Palmer. Listen to her sing songs off her new cd PHOENIX. Ask her to sign it. Enjoy. |
|
|
|
| Tribal Jam 2 | 11/17/2007 7:30PM |
| Wicked concert, featuring: Me, Derek Miller, Eagle & Hawk, Randy Wood, Buddy BigMountain. All genres, and First Nations artists!! Come on out. |
|
|
|
| An evening with Fara Palmer | 11/16/2007 8 PM |
| Showcasing music off of my new cd PHOENIX. |
|
|
|
| Starcatchers: Emerging Artists | 11/2/2007 11:30PM |
| Music Festival. Part of Manito Ahbee and the Aboriginal Peoples Choice Music Awards events. As a nominated artist, I'll be performing a short set. |
|
|
|
| Showcase | 10/25/2007 4:30PM |
| Will be performing at the CANDO conference. |
|
|
|
| New Legacies: Aboriginal Business Conference | 10/12/2007 TBA |
| Tribute to Aboriginal Women Entrepreneurs who have overcome the challenges of being Aboriginal AND business woman in today's society. Held on beautiful Vancouver Island, i'll be presenting a workshop on "The challenges of raising a family while developing careers and business". The date for my workshop has not been decided yet, but will either be the 12th or the 13th. Please come and join us share, learn, network, celebrate and honour Aboriginal women. For conference info or to register, please contact Caledonia at the email provided. |
|
|
|
| Ukulet Cultural Festival | 8/10/2007 3:45PM |
| 4-day weekend Music festival located on Vancouver Island. Many artists set to perform. I'll be performing two 45 minute sets. One on Friday August 10th from 3:45PM-4:30PM, and one on Saturday August 11th/2007 from 9:00PM-9:45PM.
For further information, please contact the festival website i've posted below, or email John Duff(listed below). |
|
|
|
| BC Elders Gathering & TOC Gala Fashion Show | 8/8/2007 7:45 PM |
| An evening performance, part of the TOC Gala Fashion Show with designer Pamela Baker. Come honour our elders, check out the cool duds, and listen to me sing tunes off of my new album PHOENIX!! Hope to see you!! For more info see contact email below: |
|
|
|
| Komasket Music Festival | 8/5/2007 1:30PM-2:10PM |
| This is a super cool 3 day- music festival, jam-packed with entertainers covering a broad spectrum of musical genres and a whole lot more like: cultural teepee, food vendors, arts&craft tables... Check out the Komasket Music Festival website for more info and come on out and see me sing. This is a family friendly event, so bring your whole family- the more the merrier!!
I will know the time my set starts soon, so come back for updated info. Thank you. |
|
|
|
| Kamloopa Powwow | 8/4/2007 6:00PM |
| 3 day weekend powwow. Dancers, drummers, vendors, traditional games, entertainment and more. I'll be singing some songs off my new album PHOENIX. For more info, contact the Kamloops Indian Band in Kamloops, BC Canada. |
|
|
|
| 14th Annual River Family Fun Festival | 7/22/2007 2:45PM-3:15PM |
| This is an all day event and one heck-of-a-fun time!! Loaded with all sorts of entertainment, from singers and musicians to clowns for the kids, and everything in between!! Come out and have fun with us here in Kamloops.
As soon as i know the exact time i'm performing, i'll update this post!
chow 4 now, fara |
|
|
|
| Vernon Aboriginal Day Celebrations | 6/21/2007 6:30 PM |
| A day of celebrating First Nations rich heritage and culture. The event is outdoors, and will be lots of fun! Come be entertained and honour all of our First Nations people. Hope you can make it!! For further info, please contact Molly Bono at the email provided below. |
|
| Radio Appearances |
|
| Native America Live | 11/1/2008 5PM |
| 45 minute live interview |
|
|
|
| Concordia University Radio Interview | 2/11/2008 9:00PM |
| A pre-Juno interview. |
|
|
|
| CFNR Classic Rock Interview | 2/7/2008 4:30PM |
| A pre-Juno & "what's Fara been up to?" interview with Lynne Terbasket. |
|
|
|
| KYNR Yakama Nation Radio Interview | 8/7/2007 11:00AM |
| Interview with the Yakama Nation Radio. For more info, contact KYNR by phone. |
|
|
|
| CFNR Classic Rock | 7/31/2007 6:00PM |
| Catch an interview with me and Lynne Terbasket of CFNR Classic Rock. Tune in or visit the worldwide web and listen to the interview online!! We'll be talking about my new album PHOENIX and my performance schedule. |
|
|
|
| 97.5 The River Radio Interview | 7/18/2007 3:30PM |
| I will be having a live radio interview with Ara Andonian of 97.5FM The River to promote my upcoming performance at The River Family Festival on July 22/2007. Tune in if you can!! |
|
|
|
| Yakama Nation Radio KYNR AM1490 interview | 7/15/2007 11:00AM |
| Interview with KYNR AM1490 Yakama Nation Radio. Tune in if you can, spread the word, and remember: when i say 11AM, i mean INDIAN TIME!! So this interview may be on the nose at 11AM, or 11ish. |
|
|
|
| Re-broadcast of Radio interview with CFNR | 5/29/2007 6:00 PM |
| CFNR had an interview with me, and they are graciously re-airing it on Tuesday @6pm on CFNR Radio, the worldwide web(see www.mycfnr.com for more info), and on satellite on STARCHOICE channel 851. This interview will be one of approximately 3 planned interviews. So, if you can, please tune in!!!! |
|
|
|
| CFNR Classic Rock Radio Interview | 5/24/2007 6:00 PM |
| This is a live interview with CFNR radio. Hosted by Lynne Terbasket of classicrock. The show will be aired via CFNR radio, the worldwideweb at www.mycfnr.com and on Starchoice satellite Channel 851. |
|
|
|
| CBC, FM Radio (Nationally broadcast) | 11/15/1998 |
| CBC and a variety of FM Radio Stations have been playing the following songs since 1998 until present:
ALBUMS
Prettybrown CD:
1 Prettybrown
2 Make It Up To You
3 To Bring Back Yesterday
4 Searchin'
This Is My World CD:
1 I Like It
2 Walk Away
3 Angel |
|
| Television Appearances |
|
| 37th Annual Juno Awards & CTV's Red Carpet Event | 4/6/2008 TBA |
| The main event!! Starts with a Red Carpet Event and proceeds with the live CTV broadcast of the 37th Annual Juno Awards, Canada's Premiere Music Award Event.
Wish me and all the nominees luck!
Not only am i nominated for an award for my new cd PHOENIX, but there are a number of different events going on during Juno weekend. From JunoFest, to JunoFanFare, to festivals, conferences, and sooooo much more.
I'll update later with locations, times, and event info!
|
|
|
|
| APTN's First Nite Awards | 11/1/2007 7PM |
| Part of the Aboriginal Peoples Choice Music Awards. I'm nominated under "Best Album Cover". |
|
|
|
| Rez Tunes Television Series | 6/28/2007 TBA |
| I'll be in Winnipeg, MB CANADA for a 6 song performance and interview on the television series REZ TUNES. I am protoming my newest album PHOENIX, and this event will be the very first time I have shared my album with a live audience!!! This is a free event, and is open to anyone in the area who wants to come down and be a part of the audience.
NOTE: The official date for this event has not yet been determined. I was given a timeframe of midJUNE to 1st week of JULY. As soon as I have the exact date, i will update this event. Thank you for your patience.
For more information on address, start time, and other performers, email Elaine Bomberry(link posted below) Hope to see you there. |
|
|
|
| 2007 National Aboriginal Achievement Awards | 6/21/2007 4:00 PM ET/PT |
| The 2007 NAAA's will be re-aired in respect of June 21st National Aboriginal Day celebrations. Witness a number of Aboriginal people be honoured for their outstanding achievements and be entertained by talented singers and rappers such as: Red Power Squad, Taima, Breach of Trust, Leela Gilday, Kinnie Starr, Andrea Menard, and Fara Palmer.
Hosting this years show is actor Adam Beach(star of Clint Eastwood's Flags Of Our Father's). |
|
|
|
| "I Like It" featured in CRASH Movie | 12/5/1999 |
| My song "I Like It" from my first album appears in this movie's soundtrack. This movie was also turned into a made-for-television movie. The Crash was originally aired in 1999 and is still being aired today. |
|
|
|
| TV Programs where songs from my first album appears | 11/15/1998 |
| The following songs appear in made for television series and specials:
"I Like It" from my first album, appears in:
1. Series: Breach Of Trust, Episode "Prueba De Amor"
2. Series: Breach Of Trust, Episode "1"
3. Series: Ethnosonic, Episode "04 09"
4. Series: Vital Signs
5. Series: Crash Dirty Money
6. Series: Into The Music, Episode: Fara Palmer segment
"Angel" from my first album, appears in:
1. Series: Higher Ground, Episode: Because I Love You
2. Series: Higher Ground, Episode: Attention Defecit
3. Series: Higher Ground, Episode: Worlds Apart
4. Series: Dead Zone, Episode: What It Seems
5. Series: Visitors
Shows aired globally(1998 until present): Canada, USA, Greece, England, Ireland, Germany, Norway, France, Argentina, Switzerland, Sweden, Australia, Netherlands, Denmark, Finland, Czech Republic, Hong Kong, Japan, Spain, Belgium, Israel, South Africa, Estonia. |
|
|
|
| TV Programs where songs from my second album appear | 11/15/1998 |
| The following songs appear in made for television series and specials:
"Prettybrown" from my second album, appears on:
1. Series: Into The Music, Episode: Fara Palmer segment
2. Series: Jim Byrnes Show, Episode: 9806
3. Series: Seventh Generation, Episode 05
4. Series: Ethnosonic, Episode: 03 04
5. Series: Ethnosonic, Episode: 03 11
"Make It Up To You" from my second album, appears on:
1. Series: Higher Ground, Episode: Attention Deficit
2. Series: Higher Ground, Episode: Worlds Apart
3. Series: Higher Ground, Episode: Walking The Line
"To Bring Back Yesterday" from my second album, appears on:
1. Series: Into The Music, Episode: Fara Palmer segment
Shows aired globally(1998 until present): Canada, USA, Greece, England, Ireland, Germany, Norway, France, Argentina, Switzerland, Sweden, Australia, Netherlands, Denmark, Finland, Czech Republic, Hong Kong, Japan, Spain, Belgium, Israel, South Africa, Estonia. |
|
|
|
| MMM(Much More Music) and MM(Much Music) VIDEOS | 4/12/1996 |
| MMM and MM originally aired my "I Like It" music video, from my album THIS IS MY WORLD, in 1996 and my "Prettybrown" music video, from my album PRETTYBROWN, in 1999. Since that time, both music video's have been in rotation and continue to get played. |
|
|
|
| 1995 NAAA Performance | 2/2/1995 8:00 PM |
| This show was aired Nationally in Canada in 1995, and continues to get televised yearly on APTN, and CBC television. I opened the show with my song "Walk Away" from my first album entitled: This Is My World. |
|
| Media Interviews |
|
| Today's Hot Hits 97.5 The River Radio Interview | 3/26/2008 3:30PM |
| I'll be hooking up with Ara Andonian for a pre-Juno live to air interview. Call the HotHits Hotline to request the heck out of 2 songs off my PHOENIX album:
REQUEST: PHOENIX & BLAH,BLAH, BLAH!!!
The hotline # is: 250.372.7197 |
|
|
|
| 100 Mile House: Free Press Article | 2/20/2008 |
| A write-up on the Juno nomination and my new cd PHOENIX. |
|
|
|
| Renegade Radio 88.1 FM Interview | 2/11/2008 6:40PM |
| A pre-Juno interview with Host Brian McLoud and co-host Victoria Vaghaun. |
|
|
|
| Battleford Radio Interview | 2/7/2008 1:00PM |
| A pre-Juno interview from my hometown! |
|
|
|
| Spirit Magazine Cd Review | 1/25/2008 |
| A review of my latest Cd PHOENIX hits the stands on Jan 25/2008. Check it out. |
|
|
|
| CKCU radio spotlight on me | 12/16/2007 TBA |
| Michelle Bourque will be profiling me and playing music off my recent release entitled PHOENIX. |
|
|
|
| Interview with SCES Entertainment | 7/18/2007 2:00PM |
| SCES is moving in new directions and Chris Bose, in his capacity as community arts co-ordinator, is helping to guide the way. With a new focus on promoting local artisans(singers, musicians, painters, and so much more) SCES is working to support and highlight some of our outstanding and talented Kamloops and area First Nations brothers and sisters. And on Wednesday at 2PM, SCES has graciously invited me to come to their studios for an interview. We will be discussing the release of my newest album PHOENIX, and promoting my upcoming performances. For more info, email Chris Bose or visit the SCES myspace site. |
|
|
|
| Native America Calling interview | 7/12/2007 10:00AM PDT |
| On thursday i will be doing an interview with Native America Calling. They have chosen me as their July 2007 "Music Maker of the Month". Tune in to listen to this interview at 10AM-11AM Pacific Daylight Time(BC, Canada time), or if you miss it -don't worry. NAC has you covered and will re-broadcast the interview again at 4PM-5PM PDT. You can tune in to the show online(see attached link). They also have a write-up on me! To check it out see:
http://www.nativeamericacalling.com |
|
|
|
| Newspaper Interview with "Kamloops This Week" | 7/4/2007 |
| Interview promoting an upcoming performance. |
|
| Autograph Signings |
|
| Canadian Aboriginal Festival: Powwow | 12/2/2007 12:00noon |
| Session 2 of autographing, selling cd's, meet n greet, and so much more. Come on out! |
|
|
|
| Canadian Aboriginal Festival | 12/1/2007 12:00noon |
| Will be at the Northern Styles Booth for an autographing, cd selling, meet & greet session. |
|
|
|
| Autograph session | 11/3/2007 5PM |
| I'll be at the SAY magazine booth at the Manito Ahbee Powwow signing autographs, and promoting my new cd PHOENIX. |
|
|
|
| In store cd promotion | 10/15/2007 1PM |
| Will be signing cd's and promoting my new album PHOENIX. |
|
| Networking Sessions |
|
| New Music West Music Conference & Festival | 5/18/2008 TBA |
| Violet Femmes showcase during the New Music West conference and festival. I'll be doing a set showcasing music from my most recent release PHOENIX. Other events (ie. interviews, panels, etc TBA)
Time & Location TBA |
|
|
|
| New Music West Music Conference & Festival | 5/17/2008 TBA |
| Violet Femmes showcase during the New Music West conference and festival. I'll be doing a set showcasing music from my most recent release PHOENIX. Other events (ie. interviews, panels, etc TBA)
Time & Location TBA |
|
|
|
| New Music West Music Conference & Festival | 5/16/2008 TBA |
| Violet Femmes showcase during the New Music West conference and festival. I'll be doing a set showcasing music from my most recent release PHOENIX. Other events (ie. interviews, panels, etc TBA)
Time & Location TBA |
|
|
|
| Ampva & Education Days | 11/30/2007 12:00 noon |
| Music workshops. Youth workshops. Sharing/re-distributing knowledge to others. |
|
|
|
| Canadian Aboriginal Music Awards | 11/30/2007 8:00PM |
| Music awards program highlighting First Nations artists with madddd talent. |
|
|
|
| CAMA Afterparty | 11/30/2007 11PM |
| Featured performances by nominees of the 2007 CAMA's. |
|
|
|
| CANDO conference | 11/24/2007 12noon |
| Will be networking, and promoting my new album PHOENIX. |
|
|
|
| Sing, Move, Read: Session 7 | 11/14/2007 10AM |
| Am the lead singer, and 1 of 3 songwriters for a childrens literacy cd. The songs we are creating are designed to teach children how to read, using song & movements. |
|
|
|
| Co-writing & recording session | 11/14/2007 7PM |
| Will be co-writing a new song with guitarist/singer Jason Burnstick. |
|
|
|
| Violet Femmes Volume 1 Compilation Cd | 9/12/2007 TBA |
| I have been invited to include one of my new songs from the PHOENIX album on a compilation project titled: Violet Femmes. The Cd is scheduled for release this fall and there will also be a cd release concert to go along with it. For more info, visit violetfemmes on myspace. |
|
