It was an absolute delight chatting with Dame Evelyn on her podcast recently! I think we could have gone on for hours… Hopefully we managed to explain a little of what I do as a Foley Artist – a career I had never heard of when I first took my tentative steps into the studio. Foley is a rather niche … Read More
Blog for the International Women’s Forum
IWF BLOG – “What are 3 tips you’d like to share on how to listen effectively WHAT DO I KNOW ABOUT HOLISTIC LISTENING? I continually challenge myself and society to consider our understanding of what listening actually entails and what it means. Consider the difference between listening and hearing. I am deaf but I am perfectly capable of listening. Listening … Read More
Guest blog by Gillian Zambor
Music has always been a huge part of my life from a young age. I began playing violin at the age of 7 and piano aged 10. I am forever grateful to my parents for giving me the opportunity of music lessons and encouraging me through every step of my journey. At the age of 11 I attended a percussion workshop led by Evelyn at the newly opened Woodend Barn Arts Center in Aberdeenshire …
Guest Blog by Darren Johnson | An afternoon spent with Dame Evelyn Glennie
On the 14th of April 2019, Evelyn travelled down to Eastbourne College Theatre for an In Conversation. The below was kindly written by Darren Johnson: “Last Sunday I was privileged to host an afternoon of music and chat with Dame Evelyn Glennie in Eastbourne’s College Theatre. Beginning to lose her hearing at eight and deaf since the age of twelve … Read More
Guest blog by Laurentia Tan, Para-Equestrian Medallist
When Audiovisibility mentioned that we were going to work with Evelyn Glennie, I was excited. It is a HUGE honour and privilege to be asked to write this blog. I remember Evelyn Glennie when she performed at my school in the 1990s and I was enthralled watching her! In year 10, I even stayed in a dormitory named “Evelyn … Read More
Guest Blog by Rachel Zelon, Founder & CEO of Hunger Relief International: ‘Beat Hunger’
Beat Hunger – An Awareness Campaign, by Rachel Zelon Let me begin by saying that I am truly honored to have been asked to write this blog by Dame Evelyn Glennie, a very special person and a world-renowned talent. Evelyn continually shows her strong commitment to supporting good causes and it has been a true pleasure to work alongside her … Read More
Guest Blog – Film/TV composer, Michael Levine…on collaboration & ‘Double Crossings.’
I think I first became aware of Evelyn in the early 90s when a friend played me a recording of Rhythm Song which features her on marimba. Although my principal instrument is violin, I studied improvisation with vibraphone legend Gary Burton and marimba virtuoso Dave Samuels and had played in a band with innovative electric vibes player, Craig Peyton. So, … Read More
Guest Blogger – Composer & Inspiration, Thea Musgrave…at 90!
When inviting inimitable Scottish composer, Thea Musgrave to write a Guest Blog, we did not presume that Thea would necessarily have sufficient time to agree or that she would offer such a glowing tribute to Evelyn’s talent. Below she reflects on this year’s significant concert at Glasgow City Halls, celebrating ‘Thea Musgrave at 90.’ Thank you for your words Thea! … Read More
Magic and Mischief | Guest blog by Jill Jarman
Image: © John Sturrock The following has been written by Jill Jarman after the premiere of ‘Echoes from the Birdcage’, the new piece of music that resulted from Evelyn’s 2017 King’s Cross Musician in Residence A chance to further our collaborative musical journey is not to be missed. So, when Evelyn asked if I could write a piece for her 2017 … Read More
The looming crisis facing disabled people and their families | Guest blog by Richard Kramer
The following has been written by Richard Kramer, Deputy CEO of Sense, the national disability charity. “It’s very stressful. I find myself hoping she passes away before me. No parent should feel like this.” These words were spoken by Mark, who cares for his disabled daughter, who has complex needs. Mark lives with the fear and worry that his daughter’s … Read More