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2008 JUNO NOMINEE - Calgary, Alberta Canada
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| "Aboriginal Recording Of The Year" nominee | 4/5/2008 to 4/6/2008
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To date i have released 3 cd's, all of which have been nominated for the Canadian Juno Awards as well as a number of other music awards.
I recently released my new cd PHOENIX, and am grateful to inform everyone that i will be attending the 37th Annual Juno Awards in Calgary, AB CANADA in April.
For further info, please visit the Juno Awards site: http://www.junoawards.ca
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2000 CAMA's - Toronto, Ontario Canada
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| Nominee, winner, co-host | 11/24/2000
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2000 Canadian Aboriginal Music Awards nomination in the categories of:
Winner: "Female Artist of theYear" for the album PRETTYBROWN(1997NewHayden Music)
"Best Song of the Year"
Co-hosted the show with Bluesy/rocker Derek Miller.
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2000 Canadian Juno Awards - Toronto, Ontario Canada
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| Nominee | 3/11/2000 to 3/12/2000
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Nominated in the category for:
2000 "Best Music of Aboriginal Canada"
For the song "Prettybrown", from the album PRETTYBROWN(1997New Hayden Music)
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1999 CAMA's - Toronto, Ontario Canada
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| nominee, winner | 12/2/1999
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Nominated in two categories:
Winner: "Female Artist of the Year" for the album This Is My World (Blackmoon Records)
Winner: "Best Song of the Year"- for the song "Walk Away" from This Is My World
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1999 Saskatchewan First Nations Awards - Saskatoon, Saskatchewan Canada
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| Award nominee & winner | 10/1/1999
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Winner in the "Arts & Entertainment" category for outstanding musical achievments.
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1999 West Coast Music Awards - Canada, Canada
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| Nominee | 5/1/1999
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Nominated for:
Best House/Dance/Techno Release for "ANGEL" -This Is My World (Blackmoon Records)
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1998 Canadian Juno Awards - Vancouver, British Columbia Canada
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| Nominee, show presenter | 3/22/1998
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Nomination in the category of:
"Best Music of Aboriginal Canada"
For the song "WALK AWAY", from the album "This Is My World" (Blackmoon Records)
Presenter on the show. Announced and presented an award to Shania Twain.
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1997 John Lennon Worldwide Songwriting Contest - Worldwide, Worldwide
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| Winner in the R&B category | 1/1/1997
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Placed 8th in the Worldwide John Lennon Songwriting Contest for the song "I'll Make It Up To You" in the category of R&B.
The song "I'll Make It Up To You" appears on Fara's second album PRETTYBROWN
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| Colleges and Universities |
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Thompson Rivers University - Kamloops, British Columbia Canada
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Program : Completed 2 out of 4 years of a Bachelors in Business Administration, then learned I was pregnant and took some time off
9/1/2004 to 1/1/2005
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SCES/Simon Fraser University - Kamloops, BC Canada
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Program : Bachelor of Arts
9/5/2003 to 6/25/2004
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Graduated : Certificate of Successful Completion
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Academy of Learning: Computer & Business Career College - Vancouve, BC Canada
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Program : Various Individual Computer Programming Courses
9/7/1999 to 11/12/1999
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Graduated : Certificate of Successful Completion: Windows,Excel,Access,Word
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King Edward Campus - Vancouver, BC Canada
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Program : Arts and Science Program
4/5/1993 to 12/15/1993
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Graduated : Certification of Successful Completion
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| Training Institutions |
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Aboriginal Planning & Training Centre - Kamloops , BC Canada
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Program : Lifeskills Facilitator Program
2/6/2001 to 6/6/2002
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Graduated : Certificate of Successful completion of the Lifeskills Faciliator Program
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Human Resources Canada - Hope, BC Canada
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Program : Auxiliary Officer 1/Client Service Worker
4/1/1998 to 5/21/1999
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Graduated : No certificate, was hired by the Hope Ministry of Social Development Office
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| Work Experience |
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Cd recording collab with Saige Hill Drummers - Kamloops, BC Canada
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| Project Lead singer & songwriter | 2/6/2008 to 2/22/2008
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Experimenting with First Nations music in sound recordings.
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Violet Femmes 2008 Festival - Vancouver, BC Canada
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| Stage Co-ordinator/Performing artist | 9/12/2007 to 6/21/2008
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I have been asked to organize and run 1 of 3 mainstages at the 2008 Violet Femmes Festival in Vancouver, BC. This is a tremendulously huge task. And i'm up for the challenge, though i have to tell you, i'm completely scared ****less!!
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Singing Experts(Carmen Vocal Studio) - White Rock, BC Canada
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| Student | 8/7/2007
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Will be getting some advanced vocal lessons.
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Squilax Powwow - Chase, BC Canada
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| Entertainer | 7/21/2007
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Did a 40 minute impromptu set at the Squilax Powwow. It rocked!! I had a mob of youngsters surround the stage and join me. They danced and just enjoyed. It was great!!
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Kids Song "Sing, Move, & Read" writing & recording project - Kamloops, BC Canada
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| Lead singer, songwriter | 6/1/2007 to Present
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A CD recording project created to teach 3-5 year old pre-reading skills using music, lyrics and songs to stimulate learning. I will be the lead vocalist on this project this year, and will also be involved in writing the songs that will appear on the disc. For more info, please visit: www.singmoveandread.com
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Recording project with SDS crew - Vancouver, BC Canada
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| Co-writer, vocalist | 4/2/2007 to 4/3/2007
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Co-writes and recordings with the SDS crew featuring Geo AKA the Voice, RyeOptiks, Rapsure Risin, Alias, Mama S, Genetics, Phase1, and Think Twice. Worked on 3 songs.
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Recording project with Geo aka the Voice - Savona, BC Canada
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| Singer, co-writer | 3/25/2007 to 3/26/2007
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Worked on a hip-hop song with artist Geo aka the Voice for his newest album. I wrote and sang the hook for this song "Stuck in the Middle".
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Recording Collab Project with SDS crew - Vancouver, BC Canada
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| Singer/songwriter | 1/18/2007 to 1/19/2007
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Collab with Geo aka the Voice, Bemo, Genetics, Rapsure Risin, and Phase1 on the song: LIFE. A sweet underground hip-hop track. I'm singing the hook.
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Recording project with Alias - Skeetchestn, BC Canada
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| Singer, co-writer | 7/14/2006 to 7/20/2006
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Created the hook on a hip-hop track for Alias's new CD.
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BC Aboriginal Foster Parent Society - Vancouver, BC Canada
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| Singer | 5/19/2006 to Present
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Song "Prettybrown" off of my last album titled PRETTYBROWN, used as the theme song for the BC Aboriginal Foster Parent Society.
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Studio/Vocal Coaching for recording project - Vancouver, BC Canada
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| Studio/vocal coach | 5/20/2005 to 5/23/2005
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I worked with a youth out of Saskatchewan named Staci Spence on a song called "Deal with the Rain". We worked on the vocal delivery and lyrical phrasing of the song, and on studio singing techniques. Then, in the studio, i worked with her as a silent "conductor", guiding her timing and vocal volume. She did a great job!
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Seventh Generation Television Spotlight - Toronto, Ontario Canada
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| Spotlight artist | 5/3/2005
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Television series showcasing young Aboriginal achievers. The Seventh Generation profiles future leaders; casting a positive light on Aboriginal youth everywhere and takes a pro-active role in the breaking down of stereotypes. Hosted by film and TV star, Jennifer Podemski.
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Production and recording project - Skeetchestn Reserve, BC Canada
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| Producer/Engineer | 10/16/2004
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My brother, Geo aka the Voice, owns his own recording studio called LBS. I used his studio to record and engineer an album for a lahal drumgroup. They recorded 8 songs for their album. The songs were traditional bonegames songs, incorporating vocals, harmonies, and drums.
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SCES/Simon Fraser University - Kamloops, BC Canada
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| Student | 9/5/2003 to 6/25/2004
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Studied:
First Nations 101 Culture, Language, Origins; First Nations 201 Perspective on History; Criminology 131 Intro to Criminology; Criminology 135 Intro to Canadian Law
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Collab on Sandy Scofield's album: - Vancouver, BC Canada
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| cameo singer | 5/21/2002 to 5/22/2002
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Threw some original vocals down on Sandy's song, "I wanna get high".
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HIV/AIDS Television commercial - Toronto, Ontario Canada
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| ACTRESS/Role model | 10/28/2000
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Participated in a national television commercial to promote HIV/AIDS awareness to First Nations peoples and to the public at large. I do not have HIV/AIDS, the idea was to use my "celebrity" status to promote that the HIV/AIDS virus is not selective, anyone can contract the disease if they are not taking the necessary precautions or preventative measures.
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Songwriting collab with Carlos Morgan - Toronto, Ontario Canada
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| Co-writer, co-singer | 10/28/2000 to 11/3/2000
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Worked with R&B/soul artist Carlos Morgan on a song we planned on singing as a duet.
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Storytelling audio recording project - Vancouver, BC Canada
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| One of 5 main characters-spoken part | 7/24/2000 to 7/27/2000
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This was a cool project with 5 main characters reading off a script. Designed to reach a youth audience, this was storytelling through an audio tape recording. I actually did 3 voice parts: a child, an elder, and a comedian. After the main dialogue occured, all of the artists recorded a song to go along with the 'audio skit'.
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Much Music's "Racism..Stop It!" Action 2000 Campaign and Concert - Ottawa, Quebec Canada
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| Mainstage act/singer | 3/21/2000
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Sang my song "Prettybrown" from my second album also entitled "Prettybrown". The concert and award event was an initiative fronted by The Honourable Hedy Fry. A multicultural campaign to eliminate racism. Other performers were: The Matthew Good Band, Chantal Kreviazuk, the Rascals, The Toronto cast of RENT, and so many more. Prince Charles was in attendance, and it was a wonderful experience to see people of all colours uniting. The show was taped by MuchMusic and aired nationally in Canada.
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Collab with Henry Young for his album: - Vancouver, BC Canada
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| Lead vocalist on 2 songs | 1/12/2000 to 1/16/2000
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Sang my own versions of "Love Dance", and "My Funny Valentine" on Jazz guitarist Henry Young's album entitled "Looking Back". Was a great experience.
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Writing and recording collab with Jazz Guitarist Henry Young - Vancouver, BC Canada
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| Songwriter and lead vocalist | 1/12/2000 to 1/20/2000
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Henry sent me a rough music sample, and i set to work creating a set of lyrics and a melody to go along with his arrangement. Turned out to be a fun, and fancy free jazzy, r&b track. We called it, "When you're dancing" and the original song appears on his 2000 release of "Looking Back". Henry spent a large number of years backing up well-known singer, Nina Simone.
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Native Vision Fundraising Gala - New York, New York USA
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| Headliner | 11/8/1999 to 11/9/1999
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Performed in New York city as part of a gala fundraising concert. Included the NFL players.
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Endorsed Dinawo clothing line - Toronto, Ontario Canada
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| Endorsee | 4/23/1999 to 4/30/2001
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Was asked to endorse a sportsclothing line, called Dinawo. Had a photoshoot done, my photos were printed in their magazine, and i got some cool and comfortable FREE clothing. YAY.
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1999 BC Variety Club Telethon - Vancouver, BC Canada
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| Performer | 2/2/1999
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I'm not sure of the exact year of this one, but i sang an original song written by Chuck Brickley entitled: Phonebooth In The Rain. It also happened that some of the cast of Gilligan's Island was volunteering her time to raise money for the Variety Club Telethon for children with disabilities. Another guest on the show was the famous, and downright legendary Mr Ray Charles. That was a cool moment.
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"Prettybrown" Music Video - Vancouver, British Columbia Canada
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| Artist | 1/1/1999 to 1/3/1999
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Shot my third music video for the song "Prettybrown" from the album PRETTYBROWN (New Hayden Music Corp.)
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Youth Role Model School Tour - Bella Coola, BC Canada
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| Role Model/motivational speaker | 11/18/1998 to 11/20/1998
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Numawta Councellor Program. Showcased for an evening performance and visited 3 high schools and 1 elementary school to give workshops focusing on my career: the story of how i came to be a professional recording artist. Since it was also Alcohol Awareness week, i gave a presentation regarding awareness of the effects of alcohol on First Nations youth, my own experiences with alcohol and my choice to turn to my culture and native spirituality as a positive solution to overcoming personal/social problems.
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Cheer Pool's Candance Chart - Toronto, Ontario Canada
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| My song 'Angel' enters dance chart | 10/5/1998 to 11/7/1998
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My song, (You Could've Been An) Angel enters Cheer Pool's Candance Chart at #23, and slowly moves up the charts. This climb would eventually end in 'Angel" being nominated for a West Coast Music Award in the DANCE category.
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Recording project with the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra - Vancouver, BC Canada
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| Lead vocalist | 8/7/1998 to 8/17/1998
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During the recording of my second album "Prettybrown", we were fortunate to have the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra join us on the song "Beautiful Spirit". Recorded at the Chan Centre for recording arts in Vancouver, BC and arranged by Bill Sample(longtime arranger for David Foster), this recording project was a great experience. The musical arrangement and the instrumentation on this song soars!!
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Casino Regina promotional video - Regina, Saskatchewan Canada
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| Singer/actress | 7/28/1998 to 8/1/1998
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Headlined a show at the casino, and we also shot a promotional video which was aired throughout Saskatchewan.
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'Angel" remix on Dance compilation album - Canada &, USA
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| Singer/songwriter | 6/12/1998 to 6/14/1998
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My song "Angel" was remixed and added on a Dance compilation. The song would be added to: Cheer Pool's Candace Chart(Toronto, Canada), DJ Alex T(Montreal, Canada), Liquid Sound Lounge-radio show(New York, New York). And also to DJ playlists: DJ Groove(New Jersey), DJ Jam J(Chicago), DJ Mags(New Orleans), Pete "Supermix" Salaz(Phoenix), DJ Shawn Phillips(Salt Lake City) and many more
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1998 Canadian Juno Awards - Vancouver, BC Canada
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| Presenter | 3/22/1998
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Presented the award to Shania Twain for Country Female Vocalist of the Year. As a presenter and nominee i got to sit pretty darn close to the stage in a special "star" section. Guess who was sitting next to me? Master, i mean, Mister Quincey Jones!!
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Nationally televised tribute to Buffy Ste. Marie - Toronto, Ontario Canada
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| Singer | 3/12/1998
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Part of the 1998 National Aboriginal Achievement Awards nationally televised show. Along with four other artists, we sang a medley of Buffy's songs as a tribute to her outstanding career achievements. She was honoured with a lifetime achievement award that year on the show. The stage was fabulous, and Graham Greene and Tom Jackson hosted the show that year.
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Jazz band performances - Vancouver, BC Canada
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| Lead singer | 2/28/1998 to 12/30/2000
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I love jazz music and was fortunate to be able to do a jazz routine. Jazz guitarist, Henry Young had a band called the 'Henry Young Trio". Well he got bookings all over the place, and from time to time would invite me to perform as part of the act. It was great because I got to play and have fun, and do a sort of "Billy Holiday" jazz singer thing.
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1998 BC Variety Club Telethon - Vancouver, BC Canada
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| Performer | 2/2/1998
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Was part of this event, which was a fundraising event for children with disabilities. I performed alongside Cybill Thrasher and Jim Byrnes singing our version of Proud Mary. Well, actually it was the version done by Tina & Ike Turner.
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VOC Soul Gospel Choir - Vancouver, BC Canada
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| Soprano, and solo vocalist | 10/21/1997 to 11/2/1998
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This was really wonderful. Putting ones heart and soul into music. Music that involves a faith with the motivation to uplift the people usually comes from the heart, and is meant to give you chills and move you. Well i got to express myself and sing my heart out as part of this gospel choir. I was selected to be one of the main soloists. Great people, great leader, great memories. Our choir put on many different shows for the people, of which some were televised.
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"Sexuality" Music Video - Vancouver, British Columbia Canada
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| Artist | 10/1/1997 to 10/3/1997
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My second video project for the song "Sexuality" from the album "This Is My World" (Blackmoon Records).
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Songwriting and recording project with George Leger - Vancouver, BC Canada
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| Co-composer, songwriter, lead vocalist | 8/6/1997 to 8/11/1997
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George and I were in his studio creating music. We worked on an original song called 'I'll be there for you' with a great bassline and dance rythym.
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"I Like It" Music Video - Shot in Vancouver, British Columbia Canada
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| Artist | 2/1/1997 to 2/3/1997
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My first music video "I Like It" from the album THIS IS MY WORLD (Blackmoon Records).
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Vocal Collaboration on David Fosters - Vancouver, BC Canada
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| One of 5 lead vocalists on this song | 5/8/1996 to 5/9/1996
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Was one of five artists selected to sing on David Foster's song "River of Love". Other artists included Roch Voisine, Amy Sky, and Dan Hill. The album was pressed into a promotional CD that was sold to raise funds to build an addictions recovery centre in Canada.
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Recording project with Alpha Yaya Diallo - Vancouver, BC Canada
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| Female supportive vocals | 3/21/1996 to 3/24/1996
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Great experience. I got to sing these songs in Alpha's african dialect.
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This Is My World released in Japan - Japan, Japan
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| Debut album: singer | 10/18/1995 to 5/21/1996
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My album was picked up for distribution with a Japanese chain store called Sumiya and was subsequently available to purchase in Japan.
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1995 National Aboriginal Achievement Awards - Vancouver, BC Canada
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| Singer | 2/2/1995
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I opened up the show with my song "Walk Away" from my first album: This Is My World. Later in the show i sang "Children Of The World" alongside: Susan Aglukard, Willie Dunn, Don Ross, Sylvie Bernard, and Shingoose. Other entertainers on the show that year were: Buffy Ste. Marie and Shania Twain.
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"Children Of The World" song & video recording project - Montreal, Quebec Canada
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| Artist | 1/1/1994 to 1/7/1994
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"Children of the World"- Song & video recording project. Written by Willie Dunn, the song was recorded to encourage native students to Stay in School as a means of attaining the skills with which to pursue their dreams and career-ambitions and to instil Aboriginal pride amongst First Nations youth. The song features First Nations artists and Inuit singers: Willie Dunn, Susan Aglukark, Don Ross, Shingoose, Fara Palmer and Sylvie Bernard. The video was distributed to First Nations Schools throughout Canada.
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Private vocal coach - Vancouver, BC Canada
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| Teacher | 4/1/1991 to 12/1/1991
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Gave private lessons to a 14 year old aspiring singer.
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Fara's House of Drum - Savona, BC Canada
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Program : Hand-drum
12/10/2007 to Present
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Fara's house of Drumming - Savona, BC Canada
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Program : Traditional First Nations Hand-drumming
10/1/2007 to Present
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Fara's house of guitar - Savona, BC Canada
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Program : Bought a guitar and am teaching myself how to play!
7/1/2007 to Present
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Dee Daniels - North Vancouver, BC Canada
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Program : Jazz vocal delivery and phrasing
5/12/2000 to 7/30/2000
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Harbour Dance Studio - Vancouver, BC Canada
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Program : Hip-hop dance lessons
1/11/1996 to 1/12/1997
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Carmen Vocal Studios - Port Qoquitlam, BC Canada
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Program : Classical Voice lessons
2/10/1995 to 6/10/1995
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Carmen Vocal Studios - Kamloops, BC Canada
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Program : Classical Voice Lessons
10/2/1988 to 1/25/1989
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Lee's Music - Kamloops, BC Canada
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Program : Guitar lessons
4/12/1986 to 8/3/1986
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