I write a few songs, I sing a lot of covers, I play rhythm guitar and occasionally keyboard; above all though I'm an entertainer. I perform solo, with backing artists or …
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My genre is mixed, from love through pop to adult humour, drawing on some of my favourite music heroes such as Paul Kelly, Melanie, Billy Connolly, Kirsty MacColl, …
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I have indeed written a few songs, drawing inspiration from wherever has been appropriate at the time! So my own songs are drawn from a potpourri of styles, …
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Entertainment for corporate gigs, exhibitions, private functions, house concerts - all as a solo artist or as a duo or trio or with a full band either to a custom play-list or …
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I want to congratulate you in a really really excellent and in depth work. The playing is excellent throughout, all the arrangements are spot on. But the vocals and especially the harmonies are right on the money. Trying to get the layering and effect of Kirsty's great vocal sound is so so difficult and you've achieved that better than anyone I've heard. My personal favourite is actually The Butcher Boy, being sparer, there's more room for raw emotion which is here in a profound and touching way. So all and all a hugely accomplished and lovingly put together project. You and your whole team should be very very proud of yourselves.
Philip Rambow Musician/SongwriterCongrats quirky girl. Well done - that was brilliant - all that work was well worth it.
Vicki T Show audienceI woke up thinking about the show and what a wonderful job you both did. Ahhh, K ... your performance was sublime! There should be more of it. Lots more.
Helen R Show audienceThat was an exceptional concert- from the red rose in your teeth to hearing one of your originals played at the Clink again. There was a lovely feeling in the theatre - so much work you both put into it and it all paid off. Congratulations. Karen … you really shone. Your voice is amazing and able to go into the most light-hearted number, the most trickily hilarious number and the most heartbreakingly beautiful ballads. I cried as I knew I would - in at least two of your renditions. The audience was taken on the most amazing journey.
Upasana P Show audience and singerI was very impressed with [Karen's] performance at the Clink Theatre. Not only was it a very professional production, it introduced to the community the wide range of talented musicians and artistically gifted individuals, it was highly topical and very entertaining. I look forward in gleeful anticipation to the next Quintessentially Quirky” night of song.
Jorjiah D Show audienceThank you for putting on such a great event as: ‘QQ’. We thoroughly enjoyed the evening and it is great to see new and upcoming artist and local artist are given a chance to perform. In a small town like Port Douglas a small Theatre works wonders. It brings the community together and also is an attraction for visitors. I'm looking forward to your next show! We will definitely attend and inform all our resort guests.
Gigi & Andrea Pink Flamingo ResortThank you for all the work you put into “QQ at The Clink”. The only criticism is that it was a “one of”. I know that it must have taken lots of work, but could we have more of them? Please? Please? Please?
Marise & Bob L Show audienceYou are very brave girl…taking on such a huge production…and it went over so well…so proud of you my love.
George D Show audienceGood morning - & well done, both of you! Great show, lots of fun, everybody loved it - as Gene Kelly once sang: “Who could ask for anything more!”
John B Theatre ManagerJust a note to say again how much I and many others enjoyed Quintessential Quirk. The fact that you were able to fill the theatre is testimony to the support of the local community, who really appreciate a show of this nature. I thought that you had a great blend of artists - from Karen being the leading light with her beautiful vocals and insightful, entertaining presentation; the Quirkettes with their many talents; and the various musicians who really lent a big sound and tremendous talent to the evening. I laughed a lot, shed a tear or two, and came away feeling enriched and uplifted.
Lynn D Show audience