Christina Zippy Z

www.myspace.com/zippycello

Just came back from Cumberland, working with Corwin. Successful recording for 4 Craig Werth songs (!!) plus one killer new Joey Only Outlaw band song. yeehaw!Mood: accomplished accomplishedPosted 1 hour ago view more

  • Christina Zippy Z

  • 31 / Female
  • British Columbia, CA
  • Last Login: 11/25/2009

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About me:

My real name is Christina Zaenker, but friends and acquaintances call me Zippy (I like to Zip around, and Zippy Z has a nice ring to it).

I am a cellist and singer who loves to add bass, rythmn and texture to songs with my cello. I love recording and playing with original music.
I have recorded vocals and cello on close to 3 dozen songs from all genres- country to hip-hop, soundtracks to commercials.

I've toured Western & Central Canada several times, from Haida Gwaii to Montreal. I've played in bars, theatres, homes, cafes, at outdoor festivals and swank gala showcases. My cello goes everywhere.

I also take pride in creating events for and with other people, and am proud to have helped transform Vancouver from "No-Fun City", to one where creative artistic events & awesome house parties are the norm. My friends and I created the "Living Closet" arts community from 1998-2001 which gave artists, musicians and spoken word performers intimate venues across the city in which to bare and develop their raw talents. It inspired everyone who performed and attended to reach further with their creative pursuits, and the results continue to show in todays world of the performing and visual arts in Vancouver, BC and Canada. Such artists that emerged from Vancouver during this period include C.R. Avery, Shayne Koyczan, Rae Spoon, Jenny Galt, Yael Wand, T-Paul Ste. Marie, and so many more. I'm proud to have helped organize some of the spaces and times wherein these amazing people got to share their talent.

Now I am a co-producer of an AWARD-WINNING INDIE ARTS & MUSIC festival in Wells, BC- ARTSWELLS FESTIVAL OF ALL THINGS ART. This festival brings together musicians, artists, stilt-walkers, poets, jugglers, fire-eaters, dreamers, families, RVs, tourists and travellers from all walks of life, to the mountain hamlet of WELLS & historic mining town of BARKERVILLE over the First Weekend of August... Bring your warm woolies for this northern alpine music festival, and feel the amazing synergy of community and creativity! www.artswells.com

My roster of bands/people I've played with includes-

*Yael Wand - my musical partner/ friend/ bandmate of many many years: her music and voice is original and inspiring. You'll see me on tour with her most often, as a duo or trio. HER NEW ALBUM is out in JUNE 2009!

*the Joey Only Outlaw Band- the kickass country punk rockabilly band, led by the only JOEY ONLY. We toured Western Canada repeatedly from 2006-2008, and had a fun rise to modest fame (or infamy!) From big shows like New Years Eve at the Cambie Pub in Vancouver, to the wild nights with locals in a small town bar, we always had fun. Check out Joey as he continues to tour with the Outlaws or others.

*Kevin Kane- of Grapes of Wrath- his songwriting & music remains a compelling part of Canada's emotive soundscape. Check him on TOUR in SPRING 09!

*Leela Gilday- JUNO for best Aboriginal Album of 2007! Amazing singer & woman from Yellowknife, now a natonal sweetheart. Her 5 piece band is all-star. We'll all have to go visit her in Yellowknife now that she's moved home!

*Rae Spoon- awesome and unique alt-country singer. His new album "SuperiorYouAreInferior" came out in Fall 2008 (I'm on 3 songs). Catch Rae across Europe and Canada.

*Raghu Lokanathan- Prince George's loss was Victoria's gain. There is nothing typical about this story-telling, banjo & accordion playin' bluegrass- folk singer of Indo-Canadian roots! His songs are addictive, simply styled yet cleverly written, and his voice & performance is authentic and fun! I'm on 5 songs on his new and fabulous album "Blue Girl", produced by Corwin Fox. Catch him on tour SPRING AND SUMMER 09, now that the album is hitting the airwaves!

*Joel Kroeker- an awesome Canadian songwriter with two successful albums out. I recorded a tune with him for Neil Young's tribute cd on EMI records.

*Tamara Nile/ T-NILE- banjo funk bluegrass diva, with awesome new album out JUNE 09 (I'm on 2 songs)

*Jenny Galt, of Army of Jennys- MTV show Rockstar Supernova in July 2006, now launching her pop-electronica album (I'm on it too). A superstar ever rising.

*Wayne Lavallee- Rock 'n Roll Indian Cowboy, award-winning national star, new album SPRING 09 on a label in France. (I'm on one song)

*Art of Dying- alt-rock band, touring UK and US with big bands like Seether. I recorded on "Inside it's Raining" for their debut album.

*David Roy Parsons- a great songwriter and musician who continues to amaze us with his talents. He wrote "Super Happy Fun Jamboree" which is a favourite sing-along for many BC musicians!

*** *** My list of people I play with is growing daily, and I would love to add to your music too:) I love to record...

Christina wants you to check out a photo on MySpace in the Prince George album..
http://viewmorepics.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseacti...

Singin' duets like June and Johnny- except "we're going to Jasper!" is our song... See, I don't just play cello, I sing too! Check out more pix on Joey's site.





ArtsWells Festival 2008 Here We Come!!!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LZeyjLzwmPo

A great video & slideshow of ArtsWells 2007 (our fourth annual). See our friends & favourite performers to get a taste of all the amazing talent, activities & friendships that emerge within Wells & Barkerville during the best indie arts festival in Canada! Every August Long Weekend- the first & holiday weekend. Music by Mamaguroove.



Artswells Festival of All Things Art, Wells, BC
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MlKgXumInPA

A wicked slideshow of the 2nd annual ArtsWells festival... back in the early days. That year the evening mainstage was at the old BallDiamond, outside in the cold & wet Wells weather.. but the bonfire raged & the dancing continued! I am mc (who put me in charge?), famous line: Stay warm, Stay cool. Don't drink & drive. Good times!

Who I'd like to meet:

Schools

  • TRENT UNIVERSITY

    • Peterborough, Canada
    • Graduated: N/A
    • Student status: Alumni
    • Degree: Other
    • Major: Comparative International Development (2nd/3rd year)
    1997 to 1999
  • UNIVERSITY OF BRITISH COLUMBIA

    • Vancouver, Canada
    • Graduated: N/A
    • Student status: Alumni
    • Degree: Bachelor's Degree
    • Major: Anthropology
    1995 to 2002
  • LORD BYNG SECONDARY SCHOOL

    • Vancouver, Canada
    • Graduated: N/A
    • Student status: Alumni
    • Degree: High School Diploma
    1990 to 1995

Interests

  • General

    playing cello/ singing/ recording/ improvising/ performing and listening to music/ organizing people & events/ striving for creativity & health in the plant, people & spiritual realms around me.
  • Music

    It all started with the Sgt Peppers Lonely Hearts Club Band & White albums (age 6+). Then moved to the Monty Python songs, Greatest Hits of the 1980's (as tutored by my bro), followed by swing, jazz, orchestral & choral music.
    Big fan of indie & major Canadian Bands, past to present (Spirit of the West, Moxy Fruvous, Jazzberry Ram, Grapes of Wrath, Barenaked Ladies, Blue Rodeo, 54-40, etc). Love international righteous artists, such as Fruit, Spearhead, Ani Di Franco, Lucinda Williams, Steve Earle, K'Naan. Love to dance with & enjoy African, Indian, Hip-Hop, & Reggae music, World Music and all good music!
    Since 1997 I have played with & met so many wonderful musicians & writers, so most of my favourite bands and cds are local: Yael Wand & Perpetuum/ Cherrybomb/ Jenny Galt & Army of Jennys/ Glenn Garinther/ Joey Only Outlaw Band/ Leela Gilday/ Pacifika/ Kevin Kane/ Stephen Fearing/ David Francey/ Art of Dying/ Joel Kroeker/ Rae Spoon/ Conjure One/ Sonic Joy/ Sekoya/ K'Naan/ Sweatshop Union/ Kinnie Starr/ Yvette Narlock.
    The Vancouver held June 2006 World Urban Youth Forum personally introduced me to Norwegian Hip-Hop Superstars: F'em One & Nico and all at PassIt records represent, yo! (Fett!).

    I LOVE VILLAGE 900 Radio, CBC Radio One, and Co-op 102.7 FM (CFRO Vancouver).
  • Television

    Kids in the Hall; The Nature of Things; Shaw Cable 4 community programs; Independent Community TV; Arrested Development; Threes Company & WKRP... or better, NO TV!! (give me NATURE!!)
  • Books

    Roald Dahl. BC history. Anthropology (its all interesting). "Stanley Park".
  • Heroes

    Stephen Lewis; Judy Campbell (CEO Barkerville, Champion of Wells). People fighting poverty/ addiction/ oppression & depression.
    My girlfriends, boyfriends, family, and everyone who creates art, community & music. I am inspired by First Nations communities, their connection to the land, and their powerful legends and spirits. I'm grateful to the the Dalai Lama who gives us insight in how to achieve balance and empathy, all I'm inspired by all those who work for peace and health for our bodies, minds, oceans, earth and sky.

Comments

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  • Nov 25 2009 4:57 AM

    Zippy! Your tunage rocks my world - and you know how to make a Griffins fly! Rock...

    -Jo
  • Nov 2 2009 8:28 PM

    Hey thanks alot for the add! We can tell you like good music so please check us out! We recently won the Vancouver Fox Seeds competition (the same competition that launched Nickelback) and our singles "Summertime No Show" and "Rehab" are getting good radio play! Leave a comment and let us know what you think. Thanks Alot!


    Venice Queen
  • Sep 23 2009 8:34 AM

    thanks christina. were you at SERF ??
  • Sep 22 2009 7:25 PM

    thanks for the sweet note zippy!
    i am so thankful that rich has been playing my stuff.  i hold him in the highest esteem :)
    lotsa love, and hope you are fantastic,
    xo
    t

  • Sep 21 2009 4:54 PM

    Hey Zippy!  I'm glad you liked my wee article, it was fun writing it.  Hope to see you soon!  Cheers!
  • Sep 8 2009 6:00 PM

    Super Thank You for accepting my friend request!! For what I've seen on your page,
    you look like a pretty cool person! Please take 10 sec of your life to hear my
    songs on my page. I work really hard in the process of creating songs, they're
    like my babies;) Don't hesitate to write back!



    Love



    Syan
  • Aug 22 2009 1:17 AM

    Just dropping some peace and love on your page pick up my new download at http://www.apple.com/search/ipoditunes/?q=AZIATIC+Y+LOS+NUEVOS+CONCEPTOS%3A



  • Aug 10 2009 11:13 PM

    Paper Moon - String of Blinking Lights

    Late nights in Vancouver can be pretty lonely sometimes.



    From the album "Broken Hearts Break Faster Every Day," released 2006 through Endearing Records. Written by Paper Moon and Andy Chase (of Ivy).

    Get it now at http://www.endearing.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=65_72&products_id=204&zenid=84a0adf7e7544bec209d1133d2045ba8



    Directed by Tim Der




  • Jul 31 2009 6:29 AM

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  • Jul 12 2009 1:10 AM

    Hey there,

    Here's one from left field...

    Ever wondered what to do in the event of a nuclear threat?

    A while ago I found stuff that inspired me to make this film:

    Living Under the Shadow of the Nuclear Umbrella

    Both artistic (ensure you get the background music!) and educational, it primarily comprises official British government civil defence advice.

    Though source materials are quite aged, much remains relevant today.

    I encourage all to visit the YouTube page to learn more (Show support! Rate! Comment!) and responsibly circulate as widely as possible, here:
    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UaIim3Rj7L4

    Help to raise awareness.

    Say have you checked out my web site recently?

    Take care and keep in touch.

    Best,
    Faber.

    "Just a guy trying to make the world a better place."

  • Jul 9 2009 9:25 AM

    Hey there,

    Here's one from left field...

    Ever wondered what to do in the event of a nuclear threat?

    A while ago I found stuff that inspired me to make this film:

    Living Under the Shadow of the Nuclear Umbrella

    Both artistic (ensure you get the background music!) and educational, it primarily comprises official British government civil defence advice.

    Though source materials are quite aged, much remains relevant today.

    I encourage all to visit the YouTube page to learn more (Show support! Rate! Comment!) and responsibly circulate as widely as possible, here:
    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UaIim3Rj7L4

    Help to raise awareness.

    Say have you checked out my web site recently?

    Take care and keep in touch.

    Best,
    Faber.

    "Just a guy trying to make the world a better place."

  • Jul 6 2009 11:11 PM

    Hey, spread the word on this one pretty pretty please!!  See you soon.

  • Jul 6 2009 4:20 PM

    Hello! Thanks for the add. And yes. Katie has played some beautiful cello with us in the past. In fact, I'd love to play with her more...
    Beautiful music. I look forward to meeting you in person.
    Take care,
    Katie
  • Jul 3 2009 5:28 AM

    You rock like no other Christina! Stay good, Scatterheart loves you! Fury
  • Jun 28 2009 6:01 PM

    †  Thanks for joining the band-site. Hows your summer been going? I enjoyed checking out your site. I'm starting on CD #2 & 3 'Insurrection' & 'Fire'. As well I'll be posting a new song-track soon. We just brought in a vocalist Quimby Lewis (ex-Skullview) & drummer Jasin Marxx (ex-Dreamzfate). T-Shirts are now avaliable. Check them out, you just might like them. All the Best to you this year. Anytime you want to chat, drop me a line or leave us a comment.
    Take care,
    Nikko



  • Jun 20 2009 5:44 AM

    Thanks for the add. It's Starbelly Jam Music Fest's 10th Anniversary this year! July 18-19, Crawford Bay, BC, Canada (in the Kootenays!)
    10 days left to save on early-bird tix (available online now!)
    KARSH KALE, LYRICS BORN, HOLY F$*!, HARRY MANX, NDIDI ONUKWULU, CULTURE BROWN, MIHIRANGI, HEY OCEAN!, MARK BERUBE, CAMILO NU, KINOBE & SOUL BEAT AFRICA, PAULINE LAMB, BLACKBERRY WOOD, MIGHTY SQUIRREL, HOWLIN DAN, DHARMAS 2 and MORE!!
    Celebrate with us!!!
    PEACE
  • Jun 20 2009 5:08 AM

    Thanks so much for your support!
    PEACE...The Starbelly Jam Crew
  • Jun 18 2009 1:00 AM

    Click here to go to the Faber Optimé web site in a new tab/window.

    Good to have you as a friend!
    So great to see the internet in action this way, shortening distances between people.

    I hope all's well with you and that you enjoy checking out my web site some time.

    For occasional, new, refreshing, insightful and (possibly?!) valuable content, I encourage you to sign up for my free newsfeed/email newsletter (using the form on site at page right - high quality, low quantity, no spam!).

    You might enjoy watching some of my films (use the on screen controls to skip between them):

    More (Rate! Comment! Favorite! Subscribe!) on my YouTube channel - http://www.youtube.com/faberoptime.

    Take care and keep in touch.

    Best,
    Faber.

    "Just a guy trying to make the world a better place."

  • Jun 5 2009 6:45 PM

    I need Yael's album for the radio...I been playing her regularly for a year and a half now...need new stuff
  • Jun 5 2009 1:21 PM

    You really are a treasure Christine, I just read your bio and WOW!!  I hope you are happy and doing great! I still treasure our time on Kevin Kane's best solo CD!!

    Cheers and hope the music is good to you!! Nelson
  • May 27 2009 11:54 PM

    Hey Christina, will do.  Long time no see, hey?  Likely see you up in Wells if not before then.  Cheers, be well,

    s
  • May 25 2009 4:48 PM

    Outlaw Country - June 4th at the Railway Club!
  • May 18 2009 10:32 AM

    cheers christina! perhaps see ya round!
  • May 17 2009 11:04 PM

    Thanks Christina. We looking to come out to BC next year. So we may need assistance from yourself and Yael to guide us on venues to play and who to contact to make things happen.

    Stay in touch! : )
  • May 16 2009 7:55 PM

    June 4th, RAILWAY CLUB