My Violin, Music, Family, Travel & Fashion xo
Q&A Episode 1: My thoughts on: How to Prepare for a Show!
Hey guys! Usually I won’t have a lot of time to respond to questions via Instagram, Facebook and my website! With three kids and life as a violinist there just isn’t loads of time, but while I was pregnant, I decided to answer some of the most common questions that I...
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...
NEW! Sheet Music Available
Hey guys, So you know I have never given away sheet music of my music or any of the covers I've performed on occasion. I changed my mind, since many of my students want to play my music and I have often ended up writing it by hand for them, depending on their level...
Why singing to your baby is important
Follow my blog with Bloglovin Hey guys! From the moment I had my first child, I felt the instinct, to sing to him. The same with my daughter as well. I have always sung songs to them almost every night. I think it's very natural, and I'm certainly not alone! No matter...
For my beginner students & anyone starting out on violin
Firstly, congrats on choosing an AMAZING instrument! Learning to play the violin is a long rewarding journey, and mine, has been full of joy, creativity, tears, hard work, and the thrill of performing on stage. Everyone’s journey is different, and I wish you luck on yours!
My On-Stage Style!
Imagine you're about to do your first large performance. You're practiced and ready to play. You feel confident on stage! What are you going to wear? Women ask themselves this question every day, let alone where it impacts your musical brand and your business. So many...
Music for the little ones!
Hey everyone! So as a musician, you probably think that of course I would be an advocate for music education, and that's true! I absolutely believe in music education because of the benefits I have received from my studies and my life in music.... and how fun is...
How to believe in yourself and gain more confidence on stage
Hey everyone! So I have been thinking about writing this blog post for a while, since it's something I get asked all the time! People often tell me how confident I look on stage. They ask me how I remain so calm before a show, and why I never look nervous. I usually...
At work in the studio & a new video!
Hey friends, the last few weeks have been crazy busy! I have recorded a new album, almost done recording a new single and we've done a bunch of videos that are coming out one by one coming up... The crazy thing about pregnancy is that I have so many ideas, and things...
Why I perform at special events
Hey guys! I get asked a lot why, as a violinist, do I perform at events, and I thought I would answer this question.... Some musicians don’t do it, but I love it. I’ve performed around the globe and seen parts of the world I probably wouldn’t have seen at this stage...
It’s a GIRL! + Some new inspiration
My dear friends & fans, most of you have probably noticed that I have baby #3 on board... and today I'm so excited to share that it's a GIRL! We can't wait to meet the newest addition to our family! Motherhood has been one of the most amazing and craziest journeys...
Social Media, Email & Skype- Impersonators
Hey everyone! It has come to our attention that there are a few Sophie impersonators out there online. So, to make things clear, I use only ONE email. I have only ONE Skype account, and on social media this is where you can find me: www.facebook.com/sophieplaysviolin...
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...
Name Change!
I'm changing my stage surname! It's not a stage name anymore. It's my maiden name. I’m excited. It's a bright new chapter in my life personally and artistically, I'm owning who I am and choosing to share who I am, the woman I was born to be. I’m no longer Sophie...
Family of 4!
Thank you everyone for your well wishes and messages since the birth of our daughter. We are adjusting to being a family of four! I will see you out there at one of my shows soon! xo .
Upcoming shows & Baby #2!
Today my family and I are off to visit the city I grew up in- Sydney Australia! I will be doing some performances, and spending time with family and friends in the beautiful Aussie summer! Coming up in January, I'll be performing back at home in Calgary, Alberta...
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...
Filming Music Videos & Meeting Fans!
You know what? Meeting the youngest fans I have is always so much fun, and I got to meet so many of them performing at Southcentre Mall last week! Highlight video- It's been a busy month shooting a new music video, (coming soon!). We all traveled to the...