Christine Anu Encourages Australians to Listen to The Beat of Their Hearts

Posted by Christine Anu on February 26, 2014
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MetamucilBondiBeach-140214-WEB-33 (2)Heart Research Australia, Metamucil and Christine Anu join forces to ask Australians to create music with their heartbeats.

In an Australian first, award winning recording artist, Christine Anu, is set to produce a one-of-a-kind music track from the rhythm of Australian’s heartbeats. As part of a special initiative launching on National Heart Research Day during RedFeb,  a month dedicated to Heart Research – unique, interactive heart shaped pods will be positioned around Australia to collect heartbeats to inspire the singer’s yet to be released track.

The joint initiative between Heart Research Australia (HROz) and Metamucil aims to reconnect Aussies with the beat of their hearts, and in the process, remind them of the importance of maintaining low cholesterol levels.

By placing a single index finger against the specially designed heartbeat pod, the device is able to listen to the user’s heartbeat before translating it into a unique music track. The heartbeat pods will be positioned in popular locations around Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane during RedFeb.

Campaign spokesperson, Christine Anu, will be producing and releasing a music track inspired by the collective heartbeats of Australians who have engaged with the pods. The song will be available for download via iTunes after RedFeb with all funds raised going towards HROz to support Heart Research.

“As an Indigenous Australian, I have had to monitor my cholesterol my whole life as I fall into a high risk category. The heartbeat pod initiative is a great way to get Australians to listen to their hearts, and serve as a reminder at the importance of maintaining healthy cholesterol levels. I can’t wait to hear the different heartbeats of Australia and use them to release a music track with all proceeds being donated to Heart Research Australia.”

HROz has recently approved psyllium husk fibre supplement, Metamucil to help lower cholesterol when consumed as directed on the label, in conjunction with a diet low in saturated fats and cholesterol*.

Heart Research Australia Chief Executive Officer, Floyd Larsen says, “During February, whilst Australians are concentrating on matters of the heart, we are asking them to increase their awareness and take action for the health of their heart. RedFeb is a fun and active way to show your support for Heart Research.”

What people don’t realise is that cholesterol levels may be lowered with a healthy nutritious diet low in saturated fat and high in fibre.” explains Mrs Larsen.

To listen to your heartbeat, visit your nearest heartbeat pod or like the ‘Better with Meta’ Facebook page to find a location near you hosting the pods.

To make a donation, please visit www.redfeb.com.au, all proceeds will go towards raising funds and increasing awareness of heart disease.

Christine Anu will be Special Guest Performer at Gurrumul’s Perth Concert, March 8

Posted by Christine Anu on February 1, 2014
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159236aChugg Entertainment & Mellen Events are delighted to announce that multi-ARIA award-winning Indigenous artist, Gurrumul will perform with the West Australian Symphony Orchestra in KingsPark & Botanic Garden on Saturday, 8 March.  His special guests will be Christine Anu and Dewayne Everettsmith.

This extraordinary musical event will present a live account of Gurrumul’s life, voiced through song, film and the storytelling of his people.

Backed by the classical strength of the West Australian Symphony Orchestra (WASO), Gurrumul will perform new works of simplicity and power from his third studio album, alongside re-arranged and reinterpreted music (orchestrated by Erkki Veltheim) from his previous album releases.  Gurrumul and his band will be joined by WASO and multi media narration from clan members of the Northeast Arnhem land.  WASO will be conducted by Iain Grandage.

Declared “Australia’s most important voice” by Rolling Stone magazine and recently named at the top of the Australian Financial Review’s Cultural Power list, this blind-born musician hailing from an island off the north coast of Arnhem land, has produced soulful, resonant songs for over two decades.  From his time with Yothu Yindi to his celebrated solo release, Gurrumul has been an integral part of our nation’s musical landscape, singing gentle songs of wonder that invoke the stories of his people, the Yolgnu, with the powerful spirit of his ancestry.

Affecting and inspiring, ‘Gurrumul – His Life and Music’ is an intimate and unprecedented insight into one of Australia’s most treasured artists.  It had its world premiere at the Sydney Opera House in May to standing ovations and 5-star reviews.

Multi-award winning recording artist, Christine Anu will be Gurrumul’s special performance guest on the evening, as will emerging singer songwriter Dewayne Everettsmith.

Christine is one of Australia’s most successful indigenous performers.  Her illustrious career spans 2 decades including music, theatre, dance, film and television.  She has toured nationally and internationally and has performed at many momentous events, including the Sydney 2000 Olympics Closing Ceremony.

Dewayne has been described as “a uniquely gifted singer with hints of the soul of Marvin Gaye and the sunny beauty of Johhny Nash” (Sydney Morning Herald).

Don’t miss this extraordinary evening of spellbinding talent.

 

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Christine Anu to perform with Patrizio Buanne

Posted by Christine Anu on January 14, 2014
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546261_10151256940388305_1514192510_nChristine Anu is thrilled to be performing with Patrizio Buanne at his ‘one night only’ performance in Melbourne on February 20, 2014.

International superstar, Patrizio Buanne, recently announced his one night only performance at Hamer Hall in Melbourne on Thursday, 20 February 2014 and is thrilled to further include Australian artists Christine Anu and Orchestra Victoria, conducted by John Foreman.

The international singing sensation has sold millions of albums worldwide and toured the globe, to constant sell out shows.  His debut album, The Italian, entered Top 10 on the UK pop charts in 2005, whereby he fast became a household name.  He has recorded albums with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra at the famous Abbey Road Studios in London.  Patrizio, much loved by Australian audiences, will perform in Melbourne only for a ‘one off’ show.  “I have been received with open arms, open hearts and open ears in Australia since day one, when I was introduced down under.  It is my pleasure and excitement to do the same, to collaborate and share my stage with two Australian artists, who are going to make you enjoy an unforgettable concert – the beautiful voice of Christine Anu and the musicianship of an old friend of mine John Foreman” says Patrizio.

 Multi ARIA and Deadly award winning artist, Christine Anu, join the line-up, on the eve of returning with an encore performance of her acclaimed  Rewind: The Aretha Franklin Songbook tour. Christine has just finished playing Bloody Mary in Opera Australia’s production of the much-loved musical South Pacific.  In previous years, she has toured nationally and overseas as well as having performed at many momentous events, including Sydney 2000 Olympics Closing Ceremony, Women of APEC, G’Day Australia, 50 Years of Television, APEC Cultural Performance, Sydney Paralympics, FINA World Swimming Championships, 25th Anniversary of Carols in the Domain.

John Foreman, who joined the team of Good Morning Australia with Bert Newton in 1992, became best known for his role as Musical Director in Australian Idol, which was viewed by millions around the country.  He also wrote the Olympic Flame song ‘The Flame’, which was performed by Tina Arena for the 2000 Summer Olympics Opening Ceremony.  In February 2012, he joined the restart of Young Talent Time as Musical Director and recently produced Anthony Callea’s Christmas album ‘This Is Christmas’.  Foreman continues to be the Musical Director for Carols by Candlelight at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl.

This is a benefit show with all proceeds going to the Australian Ballet School, Capital Appeal Fund

- be sure to purchase tickets quickly so you don’t miss a truly, superb and memorable evening.

Orchestra Victoria have generously donated their performance at this concert, to thank Lady Southey for her dedication and endless time on the Board.

Patrizio Buanne with Christine Anu & John Foreman

Thursday, 20th February (7.00pm)

Hamer Hall, Arts Centre Melbourne

 

Tickets available from

www.theartscentre.com.au or 1300 182 183

www.ticketmaster.com.au or 136 100

CHRISTINE ANU ON THE COVER OF HOW TO PRESENT MAGAZINE

Posted by Christine Anu on December 13, 2013
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Check out Christine Anu on the cover of the latest edition of How to Present magazine. How to Present magazine is an internationally distributed magazine that showcases the talents of exceptional speakers and provides invaluable tips for improved business communication. If you want to improve the way you present, sell or communicate then this magazine is highly recommended.

Christine is an exceptional public speaker with an incredible ability to inspire from the heart and motivate people of all ages and from all walks of life. Christine shares stories from her humble beginnings in the Torres Strait Islands, on cultural hardship and family, as well as the twists and turns of a career that spans across music, theatre, dance, film, television and children’s entertainment.

Christine resonates with people and provides a real community focus while delivering key messages in all kinds of arenas and platforms—charity, community, cultural, education, entertainment and politics.

Christine Anu announced as 1 of YMCA QLD’s 125 Leading Women

Posted by Christine Anu on November 25, 2013
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QUEENSLAND’S 125 LEADING WOMEN ANNOUNCED

Governor General Quentin Bryce, former Queensland Premier Anna Bligh, Cathy Freeman, Christine Anu, Jessica Watson and Tanja Major. These are just a few of the 125 women officially announced as YWCA Queensland’s 125 Leading Women.

The exclusive list, developed by the Queensland community, personifies how our great State has been driven by the passion and accomplishments of women over the last 125 years. Across fields as diverse as Business, the Arts, Sport, Education, Healthcare, Emergency Services, Agriculture, Community and Politics, women have been at the core of change in Queensland’s proud history. Many of those on the list will be household names, but there are just as many whose stories have been unearthed and highlighted for what they are – inspirational.

Kate Tully, CEO of YWCA Queensland, says the list is not only a tribute to those included, but also the community that nominated them.

“We asked the people of Queensland who they considered to be leaders in their communities,” said Kate, “and the list we now have truly represents women’s leadership in all its many facets. This exercise was never simply about who is the highest profile politician or sportswoman, or who is the most successful business leader. This is a list that gives voice to the people of Queensland on what genuine leadership means to them.”

“YWCA Queensland has been working with Queensland women for 125 years and we felt now was the right time to recognise the many women who had not only helped shape this organisation, but also our great State.”

“We knew that to develop such a widespread list would require getting the community involved, which is why we invited the Queensland public to nominate any woman they felt is or has been a great leader. The response has been overwhelming and made the task of narrowing the list down to just 125 women extremely difficult.”

The 125 women who made the official list come from all corners of the State, representing a myriad of different fields of endeavour and generations, with the youngest – Isabella Bliss – just 15 years of age.

Supporting women’s leadership is something YWCA Queensland prides itself on, as is evident with their hugely successful Y Bloom and Y Bloom Plus programs. Y Bloom challenges 14-year-old girls to think Prepared by Butter PR on behalf of YWCA Queensland about their future and strengths

To officially celebrate its 125 years of operation and formally recognise its inaugural list of 125 Leading Women, YWCA Queensland is hosting a lunch event on November 15 at Hillstone St Lucia. Master of Ceremonies Madonna King will facilitate a panel discussion among some of the 125 Leading Women, including Chris Cameron, Gail Mabo and Isabella Bliss. Tickets can be purchased at $89.00 per person via http://www.yq.org.au.

For more information on YWCA Queensland and the official 125 Leading Women list visit http://www.yq.org.au/get-involved/

Congratulations to Christine Anu: You are Deadly!

Posted by Christine Anu on August 22, 2013
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Christine Anu has been nominated for a Deadly Award for Female Artist of the Year in this year’s National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Music, Sport, Arts and Community Awards – The Deadlys.

 

The Deadlys will be held at the Sydney Opera House on Tuesday 10 September 2013.  Some awards will be presented in the Opera House Concert Hall and others at the Sunset Ceremony in the Concert Hall’s spectacular Northern Foyer.   The Deadlys promises to be huge in their 19th year, with an exciting line-up of celebrities, entertainment and guests.