Peruquois Frances (musician)
Peruquois Frances | |
|---|---|
| Born | January 11, 1970 Adelaide, Australia |
| Genres | Jazz, world, healing music |
| Occupations | Singer composer lyricist |
| Instrument | Vocals |
| Years active | 1990–present |
Peruquois or Perukua stage names of Peruquois Frances (born 1970), is an Australian singer, composer, lyricist and women's workshop facilitator. Her work includes original songs and original practices focused on women.[1][2][3]
Early life and education
Frances was born in Adelaide, Australia, on January 11, 1970. She studied jazz vocal at the Western Australia Academy of Performing Arts.[4]
Career
Frances began performing as a jazz singer in Australia in 1990.[5] She later began performing internationally, presenting her own songs and vocal soundscapes. Her musical style incorporates elements from genres including Native American, Indian, Middle Eastern, chill-out, lounge, pop-soul, blues, jazz, and overtone singing.[6]
The Baltic Times described her vocal abilities as the Voice of Mother Earth.[2]
Frances has appeared on stages in large-scale venues seating approximately 6,000 guests and has led women's workshops attended by as many as 2,000 participants.[7][8][9]
she is credited as the author of more than 50 practices and over 20 online courses and workshop programs for women.[10]
Discography
Solo albums
| Year | Album | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2000 | Awaken the Snake | [11] |
| 2003 | The Sacred Opening | [12] |
| 2006 | Love's Deepest Calling | [13] |
| 2014 | The Original Essence | [14] |
| 2020 | Original Women's Healing Mantras | [14] |
| 2022 | I Am Woman | [14] |
Workshop albums
| Year | Album | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Vocal Yoga | [15] |
| 2013 | Emotional Cleansing: Feminine Sound Practice | |
| 2016 | Proud to Be a Woman – Woman's Guide to Wholesome Period | |
| 2017 | Gayatri Mantra and Mantra OM as Practice |
Collaboration albums and singles
| Year | Album | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Breathing Love (with Praful) | [16] |
| 2011 | Here I Am Beloved (maxi-single with Praful) | [17] |
References
- ^ Staff, OK! (2024-10-17). "Peruquois Frances on the Power of Sound and Vibration". OK Magazine. Retrieved 2026-02-24.
- ^ a b "The voice of Mother Earth'- talking to singer songwriter Peruquois". baltictimes. Retrieved 26 February 2026.
- ^ "Music That Heals: Discover The Power Behind Peruquois' Voice With Proven Healing Properties – LA Weekly". 2024-10-17. Retrieved 2026-02-24.
- ^ "Прокачивают женскую энергию? Тысячи красоток выстроились в очередь возле Кремля, чтобы открыть свои чакры". МСК1.ру (in Russian). 2024-10-03. Retrieved 2026-02-24.
- ^ "Peruquois at Coorabell Hall" (PDF). Byron Shire Echo. Byron Bay, New South Wales: Byron Shire Echo. Retrieved 2026-02-24.
- ^ "Peruquois". discogs. Retrieved 24 February 2026.
- ^ "Концерт Перукуа с оркестром". Государственный Кремлёвский Дворец (in Russian). 2024-10-02. Retrieved 2026-02-26.
- ^ Мясникова, Елена (2024-09-27). "Елена Мясникова: Перукуа. Большой концерт с симфоническим оркестром". snob.ru (in Russian). Retrieved 2026-02-26.
- ^ kudago. "Концерт Перукуа". KudaGo.com (in Russian). Retrieved 2026-02-26.
- ^ "150 naist koguneb sel laupäeval Mustpeade majja". Estonian World Review. Retrieved 2026-02-24.
- ^ "Peru The Singing Woman* – Awaken The Snake". Discogs. Retrieved 24 February 2026.
- ^ "Peru (Peruquois)". soundtravels. Retrieved 25 February 2026.
- ^ "Love's Deepest Calling". Discogs. Retrieved 24 February 2026.
- ^ a b c "Peruqua Frances". 24smi. Retrieved 25 February 2026.
- ^ "Peruquois – Vocal Yoga". Discogs. Retrieved 24 February 2026.
- ^ "Peruquois & Praful – Breathing Love". Discogs. Retrieved 24 February 2026.
- ^ "Sun of inspiration". spotify. Retrieved 25 February 2026.