Wendy Mercer has a Bachelor of Music, majoring in Jazz performance and Post Graduate Qualification in Health Science.

 

Wendy has worked as a professional musician in the Christchurch music scene for 23 years.  She currently collaborates with various musicians, performs as a Solo Vocalist/Pianist as well as a Vocalist/Percussionist in the Duo/Trio "Bohemian Blue" and with larger bands and ensembles for events. 

 

Over the years Wendy has had the privilege of performing  with many of New Zealand's top artist's and as a member of various bands and musical performances  ranging from pop to Jazz and Latin styles.  Wendy also sings in the languages of Portuguese and Spanish.  In addition to performing Jazz and Popular styles she can offer the flair of Latin music to any event.

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Wendy also has a many years of experience teaching adults and children.  She teaches  singing,  piano,  performance coaching and all aspects of musical education.  In addition to a musical background, Wendy has many years expertise in developing programmes focused on personal growth, life skills and using sounds and music in a therapeutic context. She has worked with many groups in education and mental health in particular developing and facilitating the "Sounds Mindful" programme within the rehabilitation sector as well as facilitating various other women's groups. 

 

in addition to the above Wendy has 12 years  experience in Egyptian Belly Dance which lead to her teaching classes and performing as a solo dancer as well as in group choreography up till 2013.

 

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