My Blog: Travel
Giveaway no. 1: “Yule Love It” lunch buffet for 2 at the Fairmont Palliser’s Gold Floor Lounge with special performance by Sophie Armstrong
The Fairmont is a family favourite of ours! From Banff’s majestic Banff Springs to Calgary’s own historical Palliser Hotel to Toronto’s landmark Royal York, Fairmont Hotels continue to be our home away from home when we travel. Even in my native homeland Australia,...
Shooting Unvanquished in Scotland
You guys!! I just had the three most magical, and challenging days here in beautiful Scotland. I should always start to expect the unexpected, because I could never have guessed how this was going to go. I had in my mind, that we were going to film an epic music...
Music Video Shoot at the Bonneville Salt Flats!
Hey you guys! So… this was an interesting shoot you guys! I was so excited to shoot here on the pristine salt flats with the beautiful backdrop of the mountains. The Bonneville Salt flats are one of the largest salt flats in the world- it is the largest of many salt...
Water Lantern Festival, Calgary Alberta Canada
Happy Friday everyone! As we head into the weekend, I have a little something to share with you. This video is something different! The Water Lantern Festival is a beautiful community event, where I was lucky to be able to perform and also shoot this music video. I...
A new video: The Abbotsford Tulip Festival, British Columbia Canada
Hey you guys! I'm so exited to share this video with you shot just two weeks ago! You all know how often I used to travel around the globe, and now, we're trying this out with three little ones in tow! You know what? It was super busy but it was awesome! We headed to...
My Top 5 Cities I’ve visited
Hey guys! The last few days, Dionysius and I have been planning the next few months, and which gigs to do or not do, and whether we take the entire family... and it started a huge conversation about which cities we'd love to visit with our kids! It also got me...
My tips for musicians traveling for work
Hey guys! Traveling for concerts? As a musician that has traveled around the globe in over thirty different cities worldwide, I am very familiar with the thrills of international travel and performance, but also the trials you can go through, and I want to share some...
Live in Banff! The highest altitude my violin has ever been….
Hey guys! Last night, I performed at the top of the Banff Gondola, and wow, was it an amazing experience! I arrived for a special event, and wow was the ride up the mountain beautiful and a little scary at the same time! I have to admit, my violin didn't love the air...
New music video shot in the Alberta Badlands, Canada
Hey everyone! I’m really excited to share with you the video for the title track of the album The Journey! Featuring guitarist Pavlo, this video was filmed by Ringtail Films in the Badlands of Alberta, which has some crazy amazing land formations, which they are...
Casablanca- Morocco and Spain inspired track OUT NOW!
Hey you guys! Inspired by my trip to Morocco and Spain, here is a mix of music written across both continents and finished in the UK! Morocco was one of the most beautiful and different places I have ever visited. I am absolutely loving that what I do allows me to see...
A performance and weekend off in Victoria, British Columbia Canada!
You guys! Last weekend I had a blast performing at the Victoria Women's Show and exploring this beautiful part of British Columbia! It was my second time in Victoria, and it was great to create some new memories there. It is such a beautiful city! My faves have got to...
Denmark! Arhus and Copenhagen
Hey out there super fans! I'm so excited to be out here in Denmark! I have to say, I was a little bit nervous playing for Crown Prince Mary and Crown Prince Frederik at the Sculptures by the Sea Gala, simply because I'm such a fan of Mary! It was quite surreal. My...
Sydney Australia- my home down under!
Hey you guys, So I know you know that Sydney is my home. As I prepare to move to Canada however, I wanted to share a few of my favorite places and a few happy moments I've had in the last few weeks. I'm a little emotional about moving, but it's only for a couple of...
Stuttgart Germany- the land of car lovers!
Last week I traveled to Germany to the city of Stuttgart for a special fashion event! This city is all about cars, car racing and fashion! The Mercedes-Benz Porche Museum is a popular attraction, as well of course, as the amazing architecture and museums you would...
Santa Margherita Ligure & Portofino, Genova Italy
Helloooo you guys! I haven't posted much recently, it's just been NON stop! I think I need a team out here! 😀 I have to say that everything here was beautiful and the people were very kind. Covo di Nord Est, was a favorite- one of the most beautiful night spots in...
Exploring Istanbul, The Trojan Horse and more…
You guys.... Istanbul to me has been the most fascinating place. I feel like I'm living in an alternate universe! From the 6am morning prayers that echo accross the city to the smell of delicious apple tea, and the beautiful buildings with thousands and thousands of...
Sophie performs for Perrier-Jouët in Sardinia, Italy
Sophie and her UK team headed to Sardegna last month to perform at a special launch event for Perrier-Jouët Write up in Megamodo Italy
Tokyo- 7 For All Mankind
Helloooo from Tokyo you guys! This trip has been WILD! Japan is another world indeed. Last night I had dinner at Gonpachi AKA the "Kill Bill Restaurant" with a childhood friend- the daughter of one of my father's friends. It was delicious, and it was hilarious and a...