ARLENE MAY HOBDAY

Maylands WA, WA 6051 ◆ 0400291427 ◆ arlenehobday@outlook.com

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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
With my desire to sing professionally, I taught myself to play guitar many years ago so that I could obtain
gigs.

I spent several years performing as a solo artist at wineries, pubs, festivals etc in the South West Region of
WA before relocating to Geraldton, where I played at Venues such as The Priory Hotel and The Freemasons
Hotel.

For Work reasons I moved to Perth in 2016. I am now studying the Diploma in Music - Performance within
which I am required to perform in a band, write songs and improve upon my instrumental skills - eg guitar
and keys.

SKILLS
Vocalist Songwriting
Rhythm Guitarist Ability to collaborate with fellow musicians
Tambourine Self - Motivated to practise
Cajon Flexible and Adaptable

WORK HISTORY
Soloist, 01/2009 to Current
Self-employed – WA
Read music and memorized parts for shows.
Practiced 10 hours per week to maintain and improve technical skills.
Interpreted different music by making use of voice production, harmony, rhythm and melody to present
characterization.
Selected appropriate pieces to meet performance needs .
 Selected music carefully in order to achieve balance of musical styles on program.
Interpreted and modified music to personalize performances.
Transposed music to alternate keys with speed and accuracy.
Used printed text and musical notations to memorize musical selections and routines.
Composed, arranged and recorded [Number] original songs.

Soloist, 04/2022 to 05/2022

Mikey's Restaurant – Doubleview WA, WA
Read music and memorized parts for shows.
Practiced 10 hours per week to maintain and improve technical skills.
Applied knowledge of harmony, melody, rhythm and voice production to individualize presentations and
maintain audience interest.
Interpreted different music by making use of voice production, harmony, rhythm and melody to present
characterization.
Selected appropriate pieces to meet performance needs and showcase skills.

Band Member, 05/2021 to 12/2021

Midnite Velvet – Craigie WA, WA
Sight-read musical parts during initial rehearsals.
Practiced 4 hours per week to maintain and improve technical skills.
Interpreted different music by making use of voice production, harmony, rhythm and melody to present
characterization.
Selected appropriate pieces to meet performance needs and showcase skills.
Applied knowledge of harmony, melody, rhythm and voice production to individualize presentations and
maintain audience interest.
Achieved desired tonal and harmonic balance by communicating clearly with musicians.

Band Member, 06/2018 to 12/2018

Rush Hour Band – Perth, WA
Sight-read musical parts during initial rehearsals.
Practiced 4 hours per week to maintain and improve technical skills.
Interpreted different music by making use of voice production, harmony, rhythm and melody to present
characterization.
Applied knowledge of harmony, melody, rhythm and voice production to individualize presentations and
maintain audience interest.
Achieved desired tonal and harmonic balance by communicating clearly with musicians.

EDUCATION
No Degree: Diploma In Music Studies
CQ University - Queensland
I studied The Diploma in Music Studies with CQ University, however did not complete the course due to
illness.

No Degree: Diploma In Music Performance

North Metropolitan TAFE - Leederville, WA
I am currently studying the Diploma in Music - Performance at Leederville TAFE, which I will complete at
the end of November 2022