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Join me on my twenty year career as a professional violinist, and life as a wife and mom of 3 as we live with faith, love and a whole lot of fun and creativity! Sophie XO
With our first fall date done, and Cranbrook next on the list with the whole family in tow, it’s a busy week ahead! I want to say a huge thanks to BetterIT Workplace Chaplains for sponsoring the tour and making it all happen. This show is all about love and relationships and we think it’s […]
Dear friends, I am so excited to share that my children’s book The Music Thief, is on the short list in the Whistler Independent Book Awards! Winners will be announced during the Whistler Writers Festival, 30 October – 2 November, 2025. See you there! Got your copy yet? Grab one here. Sophie XO
Hey friends! I’m excited to share some very exciting news with you: Heart Strings will be touring the beautiful British Columbia in Canada this fall! Not in BC? Don’t worry, we will be heading to other provinces in 2026. You can check out the tour dates here. In other news, we’ve been visiting libraries with […]
Honoured to see my The Music Thief win this award! Grateful to the people I’ve worked with on the book, especially Pearl Bates, my fabulous illustrator! Kelowna, BC, Canada — The INDEPENDENT PRESS AWARD, one of the most prestigious book award programs globally for independent authors, publishers, and illustrators, recognized The Music Thief by Sophie […]
A brand new show launching! This Valentine’s Day, join the Heart Strings Ensemble and violinist Sophie Armstrong on a journey through love, sorrow, beauty, and classic love songs at Kelowna’s Rotary Centre for the Arts. Heart Strings will captivate audiences with timeless music and original compositions, seamlessly blending classical precision with global influences. Celebrate love […]
Sharing a bit of behind-the-scenes from a recent performance feels surreal. After four years away from the stage, stepping back into the spotlight has been both exhilarating and daunting. It’s a challenge I’ve fully embraced, despite the hurdles along the way. When I think back to the aftermath of my accident, it’s hard to forget […]
This past Saturday marked a magical milestone with the launch of The Music Thief at Once Upon a Bookstore in Kelowna. This wasn’t just a book launch; it was a celebration of self-expression, creativity, and the beautiful diversity within us all. I’m thrilled to share a video recap of the event with you—check it out […]
Hey friends! I’m beyond excited to announce that The Music Thief is now available! 🎉 We’ll be kicking off the celebration in Kelowna on November 2nd (details below) and continuing the fun in Alberta later in November! The Music Thief is a heartwarming children’s book that celebrates creativity, self-expression, and resilience. Set in the whimsical […]
