Liz Braggins

About this show

A wonderful opportunity to see Liz perform solo. She is planning to sing and play a few old chestnuts and a few new tunes. ‘Caramel voice’ (Trish) and ‘subtle, brilliant’ (other people) piano as well as fun in between the songs- if you haven’t seen Liz live yet, don’t hesitate! And if you have, it’s probably time for another look/listen?Elizabeth’s enthusiasm and aptitude for music led to her first music lessons when she was very little but after a few lessons her music teacher suggested she learn the alphabet first. She started learning music again a little later and continued to do so until her mid twenties, teaching herself chords and modern music. As a teenager she learned classical guitar, clarinet and the french horn but the piano and singing have always been her forte.After completing her degree in music at University of Canterbury, Elizabeth earned a post-graduate degree at Teachers’ College and taught music in a number of high schools including an HOD position at the Christchurch Rudolf Steiner School. She was also a tutor and Programme Leader at the Jazz School (Ara Institute of Canterbury).=‘Liz Braggins’ has been a familiar name on the Christchurch music scene. She has a unique style developed from many years of immersion in the music industry. Her highly original versions of well-known songs are an eclectic mix of genres highlighting her background in most musical styles.Elizabeth is also known internationally for her piano playing, singing and composition.…

Description from the Under the Radar listing.