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How to Order:
Send cheque or money order, payable to
Borealis Strings, to the address below. Prices are in U.S. Dollars, and include
postage and handling to
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Christy Cook |
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Tel.: 250-537-8892 |
Biography:
Christy Cook's musical journey has encompassed a wide range of styles, culminating in the composition of her original music. Classically trained on piano, organ, and flute, she began performing publicly at the age of five. After receiving a degree in music, she pursued an interest in world music, such as Indonesian gamelan music and African drumming. She also received a Master's degree in early childhood development and Montessori certification, spending several years teaching preschool and elementary levels.
Christy discovered the hammer dulcimer in 1979, and it quickly became her
focus. The harp-like sound of the dulcimer so intrigued her and her husband,
Fred, that they soon acquired a bass dulcimer and two soprano dulcimers. This
duo performed Celtic music for four years throughout upstate
Christy and Fred continued performing in concerts, festivals, and on radio
and television after they moved to western
Christy also established herself as a children's entertainer, singing with
the dulcimer at children's festivals and schools. Her children's album, "The
Creature in the Classroom: Songs and Poems for Children" was released
in 1988. Her children's compositions were used to accompany a storyteller and
later for Storybook Theatre in
Since she began daily meditation in 1986, Christy has come to acknowledge
the healing power of both music and meditation, which has helped her cope with
her own chronic illness. Though she will always enjoy playing a wide range of
musical styles on the dulcimer, Christy's focus is now on writing dulcimer
music which aids in relaxation, meditation and healing. Her latest CD, "Trillium Rising" , is a reflection of this goal. She
provides live music forgroup meditations and collaborates with others in
presenting workshops andretreats. Christy also speaks to groups on topics such
as "The Healing Power of Music" and "Music and Your Child".