
- Classical
- Folk
I have performed in the streets of 20 different cities, in 5 different countries. When I started out in Melbourne, my first time was singing in front of an Italian restaurant which had tables out on the pavement. A man got up from his chair, came to me, opened up his wallet and took out a $50 note, saying, I will give you $50 if you go to sing somewhere else because my girlfriend doesn't like opera. I was silly enough not to take it, but changed what I was singing! Months later, in the same lively street, on a cold winter's Tuesday evening, when I wasn't getting much of a response or tips, I persevered, and then saw a woman sitting on a bench seat near me, clapping at the end of each performance. I was getting tired, and wondering if she was going to give me anything. Next thing I knew, she got up, walked over to me, and handed me a $100 note. I was so touched, and so tired, I said nearly out of breath "Thank you", and "This is tiring", and she said nicely,"you can go home now".
Probably the most unpleasant moment was when I sang for "Australia's got talent" and Kyle Sunderland made fun of my curly hair.
My favourite instrument is my voice, because it is always with me. I think of it as my best friend.





