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Bio
I am an aspiring musician w/ an Eclectic,
Eccentric unique sound, w/ Alternative Pop,
Folk, Middle Eastern, World, Irish & Indian
styles. Most of my music is written, performed,
& recorded in my home studio.
I hope you enjoy visiting my website, &
please tell me what you think. Yes, please
critique my Music. Thanks muchly! Gwd
I am a current member of BMI. I have also
sung in the past w/ the professional groups
"St. Louis Symphony Chorus" & "St. Louis
Chamber Chorus". I am interested in some
additions for my band & am open to adding
Bongo player, or Drummer & a Keyboard
player in St. Louis/Farmington, MO areas.
Please see my Contact page if interested.
*Birth date- 6/6/1974 (Gemini)
*Height- 5 '
*Eyes- Cat Eyes, as my Granny says
*Favorite Colors- Periwinkle & Silver
*Favorite Things to do- Dancing w/
lots of spinning, yeah boy! I also
really love yoga! If I could dance
& do yoga all day, I'd be the happiest
camper! Really!
*Pet Peeves: People on power trips,
sarcasm, & bad breath.
*Motto: Ditto
*Favorite Pets - Buddy/Fluffy & Guss-
my Kee-Kee
*Instruments that I play-Piano,
Keyboards, Flute, & also my Voice.
*Also love Philosophy/Philosophical
discussions. What can I say, it's in my
nature.
Most inspired by-God, Life, Happiness,
Defeat, Humbleness, various Artists'
Art forms, aritistry & style, Mike King's
& Virginia Morgan's poems, my Family
& Friends & especially my Husband.
Love-God, My Husband, Family, Friends,
Water, Nature, Stars/Moon/Sky, Making
Wishes, Dreaming, Drawing, Creativity,
Chocolate, Mints, Sunflowers, Musk Perfume,
Honeysuckle, Cornflowers, Daisies,
Rocks/Stones/Gems, Vintage Wear, Glitter,
& anything resembling the Medieval time
period, hence the name "Gwenevered".
Being originally from Farmington, MO,
I moved to St. Louis, MO in 1994 to
complete my BA in Music at Webster
University. I started writing my own style
of music & this is what I've come up with.
I am continuously working on & developing
my Music, & trying to go somewhere w/ it.
Wish me luck & creative positive
energy to carry me through! ;)
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HOBBIES & INTERESTS:
Yoga, Music, Dancing, Art (Van Gogh,
Maxwell Lynn), my cat Guss, Wholistic
and Natural Healing, Herbs that heal,
Riches in Christ ministry, Faith healing,
Healthful Nature, rocks/stones/gems,
Nature and it's artful scenes, overcast
days, Water, Sky, Stars, Faith, Medieval
time period, Chivalry, Philosophy,
Psychology, Movies (when I have time),
Ships, Boats, Rainbows, Falling Stars
and Wishes, four leaf clovers, laughing,
being funny and goofy, glitter, magical
mystical enchanting ...
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Very Special Thank Yous!
EXTREME Special Thanks, Appreciation,
Gratitude & Gratefulness to Mike King &
Virginia Morgan for their Inspirations,
Love, Support & their Poems.
Also, EXTREME Special Thanks,
Appreciation, Gratitude, & Gratefulness
to God, Mom, Morgen, Charlie, Lora,
& all of my friends & family & to my fans!
Thank you so much Mom & sista Morgen
for putting up w/ me & listening to all my
practicing & cds over & over again, thru
all the years! You're the best!
I love you both so much special ones!
Also, Very Special Thanks to AJ Pardilla
for use of his Eclipse picture on my CD
Cover - (www.ajflipdesign.com). Also, a
huge thank you to Brad Schuman for
his collaborations and support! Also,
a special thank you to Joe Runnells for
use of his song "Me & Joe's Song" written
by Joe. Also, Much Thanks & Appreciation
to Mary Osia & Lora McCarver for their
inspirations, help, guidance & support!
(Special Thank-Us also to: Cyndy
Ruhmann, Dana Felt, Mary Young,
Audrey Deeren, Ann Carole Gaspar,
Phillip Minardi, Philip Barnes, Donald
Veith, Patricia O'Brien, Mrs. Pucelli, &
Mr. Ritter)
Lastly, I want to Thank w/ much gratitude
everyone who is & was involved w/ my
music projects, endeavors, & motivations,
all who have supported me, loved me,
helped me, & inspired me all the way!
I couldn't have done any of this w/out
each & every one of you.
Thank you infinity!
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Musical History
Musical History and Background:
I began studying the flute at age 10.
Enjoyed the experience thoroughly
and excelled at it. While attending
Middle School, I had my first flute solo
playing “Greensleeves” during our
Christmas concert. In addition to my
flute solo, I also had the opportunity
to sing my first vocal solo in the Choral
Christmas concert and was a member
of various vocal groups in Middle school.
While attending Farmington High
School, I was first & second chair flute
player. In addition, I performed in
several musicals and plays, including
"Leader of Pack", and "The Man Who
Came to Dinner". In the musical
“Godspell”, I played the part/role
of the mouse and had a soprano solo
singing “Oh Bless the Lord my Soul”.
Later in High school, I began instruction
under Don Veith, Choral Music Instructor
at Farmington High School. I was an
active member of all High School choral
groups. I performed in the top high school
choral groups and thoroughly enjoyed
my high school musical experiences.
I have sung both soprano and alto parts
and consider myself to have a good ear
for harmonizing.
I was also a member of the Farmington
High school Marching Band, Concert
Band and the Color Guard for 3 years,
and an active member of the Drama
Team and Theatre.
During my first year at Mineral Area
College, I received a fully paid music
scholarship for both my flute playing
and vocal abilities. I then went on to
major in Music, receiving top music
awards with honors, including the
Outstanding Music Achievement award
upon my graduation from Mineral Area
College.
I went on to complete my Bachelor's
degree in Music at Webster University.
I received a music scholarship and a
placement into their vocal music program.
I graduated in 1997 from Webster
Univesity, where I completed and earned
my BA degree in Vocal Performance .
In 2002, I received placement as a
soprano into the St. Louis Symphony
Chorus. I also performed with the
St. Louis Chamber Chorus as a Soprano
in 2002 as well. I no longer sing with
these groups, but am aspiring to
further my musical career.
While I am an aspiring musician &
would like to break into the music biz,
really for me, the most gratifying feeling
is when I share my music with my family
and friends. Once I start on a composition
in one of my original and mysterious styles,
it is as though it takes on a life of its own
& my creation process is truly my outlet
& joy.
(Assistance provided by Mike King)
A Special THANK YOU to Mike for all
of your guidance, inspirations, poems,
wonderful words, ART, friendship, and
loving support always! You're the best! :)
Professional Musical Resume
MUSICAL RESUME
VOCAL/MUSICAL INSTRUCTION
Audrey Deeren 1994 - 1997:
-Studied various classical, operatic,
musical theatre repertoire & various vocal
techniques with Audrey Deeren - Webster
University - 3 years.
-Private lessons & performed 2 student
solo recitals.
-Learned & memorized over 15 songs
per semester.
Carole Gaspar 1994 - 1997:
-Auditioned for Carole Gaspar at Webster
University & was gladly accepted into the
Music Department as a Vocal
Performance major.
-Along with acceptance as a Vocal
Performance major, I was also awarded
a music scholarship to Webster University.
-Attended various vocal workshops,
classes, French language classes,
& lessons at Webster University under
the study of Carole Gaspar, & other
professional faculty members in the
Music Department.
Susan Martin 1995 - 1996:
-Studied classical piano repertoire along
with basic piano techniques with Susan Martin.
-Private lessons & performed a piano recital.
Patricia O'Brien 1992 1994:
-Studied with & took private & class voice
lessons with Patricia O'Brien at Mineral
Area College.
-Auditioned for Patricia O'Brien at Mineral
Area College & was gladly accepted into the
Music Department as a Vocal Music major.
-Along with acceptance as a Vocal Music
major, I also received a full Music scholarship
for both the Vocal Music Department & the
Band Department (Flute, first chair) at Mineral
Area College.
-Learned & memorized 15 songs per semester.
-Performed on two student recitals at Mineral
Area College.
EXPERIENCE
“Once on this Island” (Tom Clear) -
5/4 thru 5/7, 2006:
-Played flute for the Whitfield High
School’s Musical Production of
“Once on this Island”.
Piano & Flute duet (Tom Clear) -
4/29/2006:
-Played flute for piano/flute duet
with Tom Clear, piano for Cocktail
Party Event at Thomas Jefferson
School, St. Louis, MO.
Seasonal Carollers (Tom Clear &
Christy Simmons of Topper Productions)
- 2005:
-Sang Soprano in Christmas Carolling
Quartet during the December, 2005 season.
St. Louis Symphony Chorus (Amy Kaiser)
- 2002:
-Performed & sang with the St. Louis
Symphony Chorus in their 2002 season.
St. Louis Chamber Chorus (Philip Barnes)
2002:
-Performed & sang with the St. Louis
Chamber Chorus in their 2002 season.
Opera: Pirates of Penzance performed
with the Webster University Opera Studio
(Alice Nelson) 1996:
-Performed, sang & danced in the
production.
Webster University Chorale (Kathryn
Smith-Bowers) 1994 - 1996:
-Performed a Soprano Solo in the
Christmas Concert, 1995 at the Webster
Groves Presbyterian Church.
Webster University Concert Choir
(Kathryn Smith-Bowers): 1994 - 1996
Webster University Choral Society
(Kathryn Smith-Bowers): 1994 - 1996
Webster University Big Band
(Allen Larson) 1994 - 1996: Flute,
second chair.
Sigma Alpha Iota SAI
St. Louis Webster University Chapter
(Jane McDaniel) 1994 - 1996: 2 year
member of Sigma Alpha Iota - SAI.
Additional Career Highlights: Several
songs that I’ve composed placed on
Broadjam’s top 10 list.
(www.broadjam.com), Top 10
Tenth place in Performers.com
1st Annual “The Best” competition
for The Best Female Vocalist
www.performer.com/the_best/
EDUCATION
BA Degree - Webster University
St. Louis, MO 1994 1997:
Music Major
-Emphasis in Vocal Performance
Minor - Media Communications
AA Degree - Mineral Area College
Park Hills, MO 1992 1994:
Musical Studies
Gwenevered
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GWENEVERED
Website: www.gwenevered.com
Email: jdunngwenevered@hotmail.com
St. Louis, MO 63123
GWENEVERED RELEASES HER 2005 DEMO CD "Gwenevered - Demo CD"!
St. Louis, MO 63123
Decemeber 19, 2005
Gwenevered is an upcoming different artist for sure. An aspiring musician, she has a World eclectic sound, with Middle Eastern, Irish, Indian and a folkish feel. It's a very unique and alternative sound to today's radio, and her inventiveness and bold creativity, give her an added twist. She is paving the way into a new style of music. She is very brave and emotive through her shimmering expressions, and her passion for music is definitely heard through her music. A high voice, with a very clear sharp tone, utilizes different controlled styles of vibrato. A vocal major from Webster University, a dynamic professional ready to expand her adventure in life with her music.
Fans' comments and comments from music critiquers:
"Finally, something different"
"Poetic. Introspective."
"fearless in your creativity"
"The lyrics really tell the story. I don't know what instrumentation you are using, but it is very innovative. I love the originality. Definitely has hook."
"Very ethnic and fascinating in a strange way. A little Bj?rk (from Iceland) influenced?"
"Original, evocative, exciting. probably too different for most, but imaginitive musical energy."
"Original and really brimfull of potential."
"Great idea and I could hear what sound and feel you were going for...very Sinead O'Connor."
"sounds like a traditional Irish folk tune."
"nice voice"
"Alanis!? Is that you again?"
"Strong female vocal with synthy accordion sound cool opening, like her shimmering vocals, emotive and effective. Lyrics so simple but engaging, melody flow well."
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