Sarah McKenzie: Piano woman is ready to play

14 May, 2012 01:33 PM

Sarah McKenzie began learning piano at the age of five. Now she’s writing and singing up a storm around the world. Joanne Sim meets one of Stonnington Jazz festival’s brightest stars.

SARAH McKenzie is sitting at a piano in a grand Canterbury mansion, gently stroking the keys. Both piano and house hold fond memories for McKenzie, as it was here she played her first paid gig at just 13. Already an accomplished jazz pianist and singer, she was asked to perform by the owner, a family friend, at his Christmas party. She picked up a cool $100 for her services.

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