If it is an engaging artist you wish to bring warmth and music magic then look no further than Tracey Collins and the incredible talent, energy and engagement she brings with her accordion.
Performing for 3 decades, beginning when she was 6 years old, Tracey has finely tuned her mastery of the keys into a stunning artform when experienced ‘live’! Her talent and skill ensure a brilliant and exciting performance at every event, whether it be accordion classics, favourites and or modern electronic music.
Graduating from the Academy of Music, and an accredited member of the accordion orchestra, Tracey recorded her first CD at the age of 17 and has not looked back.
Her incredible talent has seen her travel the world and perform alongside some of New Zealand’s most highly respected artists; including Hello Sailor, James Reid, Jan Hellreigel, Sarah Brown, Bic Runga, Annie Crummer, Peta Mathias, Jackie Clark, Andrew McLennan.
Her extensive touring and numerous awards have seen Tracey Collins recognized throughout New Zealand and Australia as the premier accordion entertainer and New Zealand’s only female professional accordion entertainer.
Tracey is driven by her love for the accordion and has her sights set on performing internationally once more as a professional musician and having her music reach as large an audience as possible. She works passionately on showing audiences how vibrant and versatile the accordion is, and proves that it is a very modern and relevant instrument for both the older and younger generations.
Tracey’s accordion is also uniquely specialized electronically, which allows her to experiment with sounds and styles of music not normally, identified with the instrument. Therefore, bringing a wow- factor to her shows, where the audience is left truly amazed at how she plays her accordion.
When not performing, Tracey is writing her own compositions, which allow her to explore the instruments potential. You can expect to see the musical fruits of her journey in the near future as she will release these new tracks for all to enjoy.
Tracey Collins has earned extensive praise throughout New Zealand and Australia from her industry peers and audiences as an artist and entertainer. Her amazing talent and beautiful, humorous and engaging personality see her as a highly sought-after professional musician. She is a spectacular highlight of any show.
Huge thanks for another very special Happiness Half Hour. Amazing interview with Dame Vera Lynne and John’s medal story was very poignant and a great credit to you both.
Your story of one of the oldest audience members Sue was an inspiration to us all.
Congratulations on all the Happiness Half Hours. I am enjoying being able to play them over and over!!! Good luck and very best wishes.