As a young girl, I always envisioned being a singer/songwriter and created this name. The “C” corresponds to the initial of my first name. The number “5” is my lucky number, being born on the 5th day of the 5th month. Ever since I was little, I always hoped that people would experience the “magic” through the power of music.

My passion for singing and performing manifested itself at a very early age and I was already performing to a ‘living room’ audience by the age of 5. The inspiration for writing songs was innate and I had written my first song at the age of 6. By the age of 10, as my articulation developed and matured, I had written and composed my very first original song with no assistance. The lyrics were very raw, pure and straight from the heart, which set the very foundation to nurture my creativity as Cmagic5 and pursue songwriting and there was no looking back since.

Just like any education out there, music education has provided me with a strong and valuable foundation and enhanced personal growth and social cohesion. It has not only shaped me as an artist but also as an individual. 

Music itself is a universal language. Having been classically trained, I can sing in Italian, German, French, Spanish, Chinese and of course English. Being a musician, I feel it is important to explore different styles, genres, and languages. As English is my first and only language, studying and performing different vocal pieces in various languages has not only enhanced my abilities as a musician, but has also educated me and expanded my horizons on diverse cultures. Vocally, classical studies have strengthened my technique and shaped my soulful and powerful voice. Music history and theory have enriched me as I am able to use this knowledge when it comes to my songwriting and composing. While I would like my music to be fun and enjoyable, I also want it to be musically respected. 

I am a strong believer that mental well-being is as important as our physical well-being.  Especially in this day and age, where the future is so uncertain, and where the world is adversely impacted, economically, socially and emotionally, each one of us has a responsibility even if it means playing a small role. It is important to keep our minds fit and strong. Kindness, being humble, and smiles go a long way in spreading positivity. 

With the medium of the arts, music enables me to deliver simple yet positive inspiring messages by reiterating self-worth through my own experiences of bullying during my early childhood. Music has the power to heal. By raising awareness, and being a mental health ambassador by collaborating with platforms and campaigns that also champion the cause, I want to enhance awareness and reduce the negative stigma that is so often associated with mental illness.

Yes absolutely. One of my greatest musical influences has always been Nina Simone. Her voice, style of music and work ethic have all inspired me to be the greatest musician I can be. One of her most successful songs, “Feeling Good” was the first song I began to perform in front of large live audiences. The more I sang it, the more I began to discover my true abilities as a vocalist. The profound response from the audience motivated me to think of my art as a career and hone my craft even further. 

Personally, I am grateful to my parents who have always supported me to pursue my passion and my education in music right from my formative years and today I am proud to have earned my credentials from the world-renowned Royal Conservatory at a young age. They have given me a strong foundation and instilled values of honesty, humility and hard work (the 3 Hs so to speak) and that is shaping me to be the person I am today. As an individual, I believe that one should be able to eliminate negativity around and soak in just the positive elements - starve your distractions and harness and feed your focus and strengths.