Maizy Coombes
Biography
Maizy Coombes β Violinist, Singer-Songwriter, Actor
Maizy Coombes is a multi-talented artist based in the Blue Mountains, celebrated for her captivating performances as a violinist, singer-songwriter, and actor. Known for her ability to fuse folk, pop, and cinematic soundscapes, Maizyβs music is enriched by her skill with the loop pedal, allowing her to build layered, immersive performances. Her rustic, wholesome lyricism coupled with her dynamic violin playing has made her a sought-after performer for live events, recording sessions, and collaborations.
Musical Journey
Maizyβs diverse musical career includes live performances with bands such as Lime and Steel, Snail, and Burralow, and session recordings for artists like Cletis Carr and Jimmi Carr. Sheβs also contributed to soundtracks, including the short film MISSING by Antony Mann. In 2022, Maizyβs focus shifted towards her original music, as seen in the Vandie train tracks video, while also performing at weddings and contributing session violin work for projects like The Marble Circus Band and The Bottlers.
Acting Career
As an actor, Maizy has expanded her horizons through roles in corporate training videos, music videos, and advertisements, including Telstra in 2021. In 2022, she deepened her commitment to acting by participating in NIDA Openβs Actorβs Studio, building on her past speaking roles and extra work. Her versatility as both a musician and actor enhances her performances, making her a unique presence on stage and screen.
Skills and Training
With formal training in screen acting and drama, Maizyβs skills extend beyond music. She has a strong grasp of Australian accents and dialects, and is also experienced in modeling and on-camera work. Fluent in English, Maizy’s artistic repertoire is broad, covering singing, acting, and violin performance.
Physical Attributes
- Age Range: 25-35
- Ethnicity: White / European Descent
- Height: 5’7″ / 170 cm
- Weight: 130 lbs / 59 kg
- Build: Curvy
- Hair: Brown
- Eyes: Hazel
- Chest: 36″ / 91 cm
- Waist: 30″ / 76 cm
- Hips: 41″ / 103 cm
- Dress Size: UK 10 / AUS 10 / US 6
Notable Credits
- Film: MISSING by Antony Mann
- Music: Collaborations with Cletis Carr, Jimmi Carr, The Marble Circus Band, The Bottlers
- Commercial: Telstra 2021
- Education: NIDA Openβs Actorβs Studio
Connect with Maizy
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- Instagram: [Link]
From her roots in the Blue Mountains, Maizy Coombes continues to craft a uniquely cinematic and folk-inspired musical world while exploring new opportunities in acting and performance.
PROP[EL PROJECTS PROFILE:
Maizy CoombesΒ is violinist and singer/songwriter who uses a loop pedal to experiment with sound and performance. She is aiming for her residency to result in an immersive performance of her original music and she can then tour the performance.
Maizy Coombes is a violinist and folk singer/songwriter who experiments with a loop pedal to support herself. βThe best way I can think to describe my creative arts practice is: Iβm a folk musician that went a bit rogue with a loop pedal,β says Maizy. Β “I’ve always felt lucky growing up in such a supportive creative community. To be presented with this opportunity only adds to this feeling. I’m hoping that through the residency I can create a performance that I’m proud to share with the community I’m proud to be a part of.β
The outcome of the residency will be the performance of an immersive performance of βMaizy Coombesβ original music that can then go on the road.
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