TESTIMONIALS

« You brought something extremely special to that room, to each of us gathered there, and to the program --- something that went far above and beyond anything we could have imagined. Your energy, your story, your message, and your open arms were such an amazing thing to behold; the connection to music and the land and the combination of welcoming and educating you did was extremely powerful. I hope that this program can achieve the heights at which you set the bar this evening. There was an energy that remained in that room, and in all of us, long after you left. »

~Jonathan Campbell Small World Music at Emergence program opening

« There is Joplin in your sound; it is a voice that cuts through the shit and muck that covers so many of our beleaguered hearts. »

~Ryan Harper Confluence Concerts Copper Box LifeGivers

« Listening to her, I realized I really need to be more grateful like she is...She is so young, but also one of the wisest people that I’ve ever heard speak! »

~Audience members at Take Back The Night New Market

Indigenous Hand Drum Performance

« Your song was beautiful, your words were powerful, and the experience was incredibly moving. Thank you so much! »

~Matt O’Donnell Senior Special Events Coordinator for AIDS Committee Toronto, AIDS

Walk Toronto

Land Acknowledgement & Hand Drum Performance

« Thank you so much for coming! I have heard nothing but praise for both your performances, from student and teachers. One student said, “It was the most bestest day ever!” And a teacher said, “That was the best performance we’ve had at our school.” The kindergarten teacher said that when they got back to class, the kids

flipped over some buckets and began drumming. One girl said, “This is soft, like when we were in our mommy’s tummy, and this is loud like when we’re excited!” Everyone learned something! A little girl said, “I LOVED Aqua’s voice! I just LOVED everything!” And another teacher said that she loved how you had the kids just mesmerized. The way you had the kids enthralled was wonderful. Your background in teaching shows.

Thanks again. »

~Catherine Watson Primary Teacher at Stanley Public School Indigenous Teachings, Hand Drum & Dance Performance

« We were so honoured and invigorated by your visit. I was particularly impressed by how quickly and authentically you connected with the students. This is a real gift! »

~Larry Beckwith Secondary Teacher at Unionville High School Indigenous Hand Drum Circles & Water Teachings

« Your stories, drumming, and especially your voice will stay with us for awhile. You have touched many of the learners.»

~Anita Wong Community Literacy Worker at Parkdale Project Read Indigenous Hand Drum Circles

« What an impactful learning experience! I’m still talking about it today. I also really appreciated our debrief session. »

~Amy Scholl K-12 Learning Coach at Richview Collegiate Institute Elders, Arts, and Indigenous Teachings Workshop

« Aqua is the best! Great way to tell the story of Indigenous people, opportunity to learn... Aqua is always such a beautiful way to start the forum »

~Women & HIV/AIDS Initiative Staff at Annual WHAI Forum
Land Acknowledgment & Indigenous Teachings