Out of a Thirsty Desert comes a sound...

Richly layered vocal harmonies of amazing texture and rhythm create a moving and evocative soundscape of powerful intensity. Crossing many musical and cultural borders, Bisia blends inspired vocal improvisations and occasional percussion to express a freedom with sound that celebrates what one voice can do.

"Out of One" a cd release and collaborative dance performance presented at the Belfry Arts Centre in 2001 with Treena Stubel, Lynda Raino Dance, Molly Rainer-Newman, Lynn-Marie Holland and Kim Willoughby.

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In October of 2003, she produced and performed, with Lynda Raino , Denise Lieutaghi , Natasha Bird and the Big Dance Troupe in a collaborative vocal performance and art exhibit, called RAVEN/SHAPESHIFTER at the Fran Willis Gallery.

This event was a tribute and benefit for Hospice Victoria - exploring shape shifting as the constant in our lives.

The artists whose work was an integral part of the show were: Frances Semple, Miles Lowry( sculptural works) and Karel Doruyter, Ken Flett, Joe Coffey and Charles Malinsky (paintings).


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In June of 2008 Bisia was part of a 10 day film intensive that focused on live art and performative video works.

The Engaged Body workshop was taught by respected educator and performance artist Judith Price. From a 20 minute performance art piece Bisia completed a 2 minute video called “Negotiating Heaven”

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The Jackson St. Trio, a triligual gypsy jazz quartet, was another three year project that kept Bisia's vocals skills well-oiled and tuned.

At the same time, she continued to teach and integrate her knowledge and experience into staff development and conference workshops for a wide range of caregivers.


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