BALOOMBA-WOP

Donna and The Aspinauts performs children's show, Baloomba-wop.

Started by qualified teacher, autism consultant, and author and singer-songwriter, Donna Williams, Donna and The Aspinauts are experienced performers (most of whom are on the Autism Spectrum) who have played to adult and child audiences throughout Melbourne. Playing at festivals for child friendly audiences, and later at Federation Square, their interactive, fun style soon attracted child audiences with children encouraged to play percussion with the band, to dance, to sing along with the choruses and join in the gestures and actions Donna uses throughout the songs whilst accompanied by “walking cartoon”, Anthony Julian on the keyboards.

REVIEWS:

• What a funny bunch. The lady is a true entertainer. She began each song with a poem quickly captured by interesting and mischievous music. I sincerely hope the lady is available for children’s parties. - Jo Robinson

• A-ha! The Aspinauts band changed gear quicker than a red Ferrari, front-woman Donna kept apace brilliantly with her phonetically charged lyrics and mesmerizing hands shaping the melody like an artist at the easel. I watched, captivated like the crowd around me. I intuitively looked around to see the reaction of people who might not have had the chance to experience such a richly flavoured ensemble before, and I can confidently say that The Aspinauts had the crowd in the rather elusive 'palm of the hand'. I thoroughly recommend an audience with a Donna and the Aspinauts event if you are ever given the chance. Each of your five senses will be buzzing before the end of the first song, and by the end of the show, you'll be definitely Aspi-fied.- Heidi Everett

• What an eye-opening night I had watching Donna and the Aspinauts! Amongst the rhythmic beats and uplifting tunes were embedded lyrics that move the soul. A must see band for all! - Adele Kristens

* Highly Interactive

* Diversity Friendly

* All performers have Working With ChildrenChecks