End of Idle times 

The last 12 months have flown by so incredibly fast! As I sit here finally having the opportunity to rest and reflect on what has been an amazing year, it's the inspiring people I've met and worked with that endure in my memory. Thank you to everyone who came to a show, and especially those who kindly took my music into their homes and hearts; you are my reason for travelling this wonderful and winding road.

Speaking of travelling, as a bit of fun, I thought I would map my tour dates for 2011 (see below). 

To my amazement, my 2011 shows have taken me nearly 26,000kms around this vast land of ours. 

Of course, this wouldn't have been possible without the opportunities I've had to tour with Tim Freedman (read more) and also with The Rock Show (read more).

I'd particularly like to thank all those who shared the stage with me in 2011, including TIM FREEDMAN, JON ENGLISH and The Rock Show band, GOSSLING, VIKA AND LINDA BULL, Holly Clayton, Brooke Harvey, The Widowbirds, The Timbers, Mike McCarthy, Hannah Sunderland, Renny Field, Jacob Pearson, The McMenamins and Hudson Arc. Special thanks to Gareth Hudson and Tadijana Ilicic, who graciously completed the "Amy Vee Trio" on several occassions on keys/double bass and violin respectively.

I'm especially grateful that 2011 has also allowed me to explore my passion for arts health. Read more below.  

And finally, if you haven't yet managed to catch a gig this year, you still have one last chance - I'll be performing a special solo set at The Basement, Sydney on Wednesday 28 December, supporting Tim Freedman in solo mode. Book now as capacity is limited - (02) 9251 2797.

As for next year? You'll have to wait and see ;) I can reveal that there will be a new recording in the works. But that's just between you and me for now.

I wish you all a safe and restful festive season and may the New Year bring you hope and happiness.

Much love,  

av xo 

Tim Freedman tour wraps up   

Tim Freedman & The Idle at The Metro, Sydney

Our whirlwind tour has come to a close, having played some 18 shows throughout November/December. I'm going to miss the company of Tim, Heath, Zoe, Dave and the awesome crew that made it all happen. Check out some of the tour pics on my Facebook page. If you have some of your own, feel free to post them on my wall. Thanks to everyone who came and shared the experience and especially to those who came early for my solo sets.