Nancy Downie-HAMMERED DULCIMER AND NATIVE AMERICAN FLUTE
Nancy plays “music for all times”-historical and “old time” as well as contemporary-on the hammered dulcimer and Native American flutes. In addition to the unique and uplifting music, she includes anecdotes about history and culture, informative details about the instruments, and even the opportunity for a “mini-lesson” on the hammered dulcimer for those who might be interested.
She and her husband, Rob, also perform as the duo “Heartstrings“. Rob plays stand-up bass and banjo with Nancy on dulcimer, and they play Native American flute duets. They can provide either background music or a stage show.
In addition, Nancy is a Certified Music Practitioner through the Music for Healing and Transition Program. As such, she is trained to use the hammered dulcimer and Native American flutes to relax the mind and body and create a healing environment at the bedside or for small groups. She also plays for hospice patients, including those who are going through transition, as well as those with memory impairments.
Nancy (and Rob) will travel throughout Portland/Vancouver and the Mid-Willamette Valley. Check out the Heartstrings website for more information.
Praise for Nancy Downie and Heartstrings:
“It has been my pleasure to include Nancy Downie into my programming on several occasions. The residents love the unique and lovely sound of the hammered dulcimer and Indian flutes. In addition, Nancy weaves education about the instruments and their history in-between playing and there are always plenty of questions for her. I have also used Heartstrings, Nancy’s duo group with her husband Rob who plays the upright bass, for my events. Together they provide the perfect backdrop music that is versatile for upbeat or elegant parties. And don’t forget their costumes- they are the icing on the cake!” Holli W., Avamere at Berry Park
“…I’d like to inform fellow activities directors of a wonderful music opportunity. Nancy Downie has performed with her dulcimer several times for residents here at Hearthstone of Beaverton. She came for a summer solstice party held outdoors. The music was gentle, like a warm summer breeze. Nancy let residents try out the dulcimer so education was part of the experience. Nancy has also played the dulcimer and flute as background music for our candlelight dinners and everyone comments on how nice it sounds-Elegant and not overpowering. I hope others will take the opportunity to have Nancy come to their facilities.” Nancy B., Hearthstone of Beaverton
“Nancy Downie was a pleasure to have at our community. Not only did she captivate my residents with her delightful music, she also stimulated their minds with the knowledge and history of her instruments. Nancy is welcome back to Homewoods on the Willamette any day!”
Contact: Nancy Downie
Phone: (503)885-1502
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.heartstringsduo.com
Music samples: http://music.heartstringsduo.com/Jesu.mp3
http://music.heartstringsduo.com/Beaumont.mp3
http://music.heartstringsduo.com/HomeMariaGhost.mp3
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