Moving 2.0
Nearly 2 years since I left Australia, it is now time for me to move from my comfortable little flat in Manchester to the big smoke… LONDON! You may be thinking, “hang on Sarah, you haven’t posted in nearly 8 months – what have you been up to?!” well, for those that aren’t subject to…
Tis the Season… For Colds, Covid and Auditions!
After a wonderfully busy summer break, I have settled back in to Manchester to complete my final year at the Royal Northern College of Music. This year’s “Fresher’s Week” was a lot different to mine – Drinks at the bustling RNCM bar, that finally reopened after 18 months of closure, group jam nights, and a…
Hi-ho, the Glamorous Life!
It’s been a while since I’ve written a post and the reason for that is I’ve actually been busy living. After continuous lockdowns for 10 months, I got used to my own little world. I enjoyed a self regulated schedule of singing practice, playing piano, studying, teaching, cooking and learning new things. With no timely…
Food for Thought
Manchester is known for its buzzing foodie scene with some of the greatest restaurants hidden behind large apartment buildings, under train stations, little alley ways, and undergrounds. When I first moved here I was lucky to see a small glimpse into what this city was like before it was hit by the global pandemic. In…
I’m Dreaming Of A White Christmas
Well, 2020 has been a year. This time last year I would not have believed you if you had told me I’d be accepted into the Royal Northern College of Music with a full scholarship, that I’d be awarded the Martin Bequest Travelling Scholarship, that I’d sing for Lisette Oropesa in her online masterclass, and…
The Cunning Little Vixen
The Cunning Little Vixen is an almost Orwellian account of the circle of life and the inextricable relationship between humans, animals and Earth. This work was inspired by the serialised novella by Rudolf Těsnohlídek. The story of Rudolf is worth reading about, in fact, it almost seems like a tragic story-tale in itself. Most of his…
Getting Domesticated
For those of you that know me, you know that my Mum is a marvellous cook! I often compare her to those that graced our screens in the original few series of Masterchef, where the talent were true home cooks. She can revamp any leftover into a dish worthy of a high-class restaurant, and Sunday…
The Royal Northern College of Music
The RNCM’s history dates back to the late 19th century and the establishment of the Royal Manchester College of Music (RMCM). In 1858, Sir Charles Hallé founded the Hallé orchestra in Manchester, and by the early 1890s, had raised the idea of a music college in the city. ROyal northern College of Muisc It has…
Home Sweet Home
Who would have thought that quarantine could be so much fun! Locked within my little 4 white walls, and the most beautiful view to look at. It really is an extroverts nightmare, but I have been able to get my fix with a rigorous schedule of video calls to friends and family back home. No,…
To Narnia and the North
“We have Sarah Prestwidge here checking in for her flight” said the man at the Etihad check-in counter as he called border security. It was a long process leading up to this point. Applying for my Visa, organising accomodation – the usual checklist for moving overseas. However, this time, with a slight variation. It was…
Two Bags And A Box
I am going to preface this by saying, I still love you. It’s not you, it’s me. I simply cannot fit you all in. Ok, Phew. I needed to get that off my chest. Packing my whole life into just two (gorgeous) bags and a box, has not been an easy feat. Every day, I…
The Journey
Hi there, If you know me, welcome to my page! For those of you that don’t – Hi, I’m Sarah! Here is a little background to my journey thus far – I come from a small country town in Australia, born to Australian parents of Aboriginal and British decent. I grew up singing to horses…