Biography
Born of Ngati Kahugnunu, Maori descent, WHAIA is a transcendent vocalist, alchemical performer, First Nations multi-instrumentalist, designer, creative cultural producer and visionary facilitator, making this woman one powerhouse mama. Walking with Taonga Puoro/Traditional First Nations Instruments, and Crystal Singing Bowls WHAIA is the Sonic Weaver. She’s a Whaledreaming woman who sings the ancient song lines of her ancestry. Blending intuitive vocals and melodies made of wood, bone, clay and stone weaving the sounds of mother nature into the hearts of all. As an artist, activist and elemental voice for the waters, WHAIA is an ambassador for the ocean and board member of ‘Oceanic Global’ and ‘A Wisdom Keeper Delegation’, walking ancient wisdom into policy within the United Nations spaces. ‘Sonic Weaver Sound Sanctuary’ is her open basket, an online teaching platform including in person global Whale retreats. Activating spaces through her cultural & contemporary practices WHAIA is a seasoned global performer and ceremonial woman, collaborating alongside double orchestras, indigenous elders and her solo shows. Her depth of talent and intuition transpires in a way that will no doubt rumble your inner jungle, soothe your bones and awaken your senses. As a mother of 3 her sights are on the future change makers and reaching out to everyday people uplifting the human spirit through the inspirational and ordinary.