Keyna Wilkins is a released flautist, composer and pianist based in Sydney. Her virtuosic improvisation and musical flexibility has led her to perform along with several Sydney-based flamenco, jazz, classical and latin ensembles. Via this extensive foundation she has actually created her very own one-of-a-kind and recognisable design.
Keyna's compositions are released by Australian music posting residence, Wirripang and feature a saxophone orchestra piece, Dinner Party, a solo flute piece motivated by a flamenco dancing, Buleria Fiero a collection of solo piano pieces Sky Pieces and a 3 part tuba piece Mars. Elements of jazz, French impressionist, flamenco, Oriental folk music and the affect of modern Australian authors can be listened to in her works.
Her works have actually been done around Sydney and UK. Keyna has actually played in several high profile performances including the opening of the 2012 Adelaide Edge Festival at the Convention Centre with Flamenco Australia, (rated 4.5 superstars by the Adelaide Advertiser), the sell-out opening of the 2011 Picasso Exhibition at the Art Gallery NSW, and jazz performances on the primary field of the Royal Easter Show 2012 along with Martini Rouge jazz quartet. She has performed throughout Europe and Australia.
Birthed in picturesque Somerset, UK, Keyna had an early enthusiasm for songs, learning piano at age seven and flute at age 10. Keyna has over 10 years of teaching experience including 3 years lecturing in popular music at Bridgwater College (Somerset, UK), She currently instructs music, piano and flute theory from her estate workshop in Ashbury.