RAF AZARIA
(Piano & Synth Solos, Slide and Electric Guitars)
“I come from an environmentally conscious family – where my upbringing was greatly influenced by a mum who used to march down the streets in protest against nuclear weapons, who cared about animals and the environment and the future of our planet. I feel that this UPF project further continues that quest and purpose – through music – to bring a positive change to this planet. I humbly thank Mark for this great opportunity.”
Raf is a talented and up and coming musician from Adelaide, South Australia. He is proficient in piano/ keyboards, guitar, bass, violin, vocals, mandolin, piano accordian and any other stringed instrument you can throw at him!
He has been playing music since the age of 6 – initially being taught piano by his mum – and later on progressing to achieve his Bachelor of Music (Performance) degree from the University of Adelaide.
Some Highlights of his Career include:
– Teaching Orianthi who went on to play for the one and only Michael Jackson
– Taught at numerous schools, colleges and Tafe SA
– Chief composer, guitarist and keyboardist in Adelaide band Innuendo – and recording a full length CD titled State of Reality in Sydney – this band also featured talented singer Cavan Te Ratana.
– Winning 1st prize in Battle of the Bands in 2001 with his song ‘Do You Believe In Him’
– Qantas Corporate show
– Hyatt Regency, Stamford Grand Glenelg, Hotel Adelaide, Arkaba
– Special Guest appearance for Adelaide 36ers
– Opening for the New Parliament House Camberra with the German Choir
– Numerous festivals, pubs and clubs interstate and overseas.
– Performed extensively with numerous bands. Tours around Melbourne and Sydney including The Felix Bar St Kilda and Kardomah Club in Sydneys Kings Cross
– Corner Hotel in Richmond
– Numerous wedding appearances
– Has played for Bowen Family Funerals
– Produced music for a film documentary soundtrack
– Produced music for local Adelaide musicians
– Produced music for commercial jingles.
– A Session Muso with airplay on Nova 91.9
– More recently featuring as pianist for the Adelaide Carols by Candlelight 2017 under conductor Graeme Press and accompanying singers Dami Im and Samantha Jade.
