Take Her Hand  Download Lyrics

This song was written to honor the life and work of Dr. John Gray, known as the Father of Geriatric Medicine in Atlantic Canada. Dr. Grey has been a great mentor and a caring inspiration to many people. Dr. Kenneth Rockwood introduced me to his life and work. In the short time that I have learned about Dr. Gray, I have heard countless stories from people whose loved ones he has cared for in Nova Scotia. I hope you enjoy this song dedicated to his life and work.

Remember Me      Download Lyrics

At the time that Dr. Rockwood asked me to write this song I had no immediate personal tie to dementia. My encounters with dementia were limited to a summer job in 1997 working at a recreational assistant at a seniors residence in Grand Falls NB. When Dr. Rockwood asked me to create a song that would bring light to such a complex topic as Alzheimer’s disease I had much to learn, and many people to learn from. This song was the beginning for my creating music with my husband Dale Murray to help raise awareness about dementia. This song is dedicated to people living with dementia, as well health care providers and caregivers that work to make care better for people affected by dementia.

There Is A Light      Download Lyrics

The ‘light’ I am referring to can be found in the nature of a caring relationship. Some people believe that ‘there is no light’ with dementia, but I have seen joy and hope and love and health in people affected by dementia. In no way am I trying to sugar coat the serious and difficult challenges faced by people living with dementia and close friends and family. I speak to the positive affect that community and family support, early detection and treatment, and education have on the quality of life for people. I learned early on from Dr. John Gray that the most significant thing you can do for another human being is show that you care. I’ve learned by hearing Dr. Rockwood in his Memory Clinics gently and clearly tell his patients  “This diagnosis does not change who you are; you are the same person now as you were when you came here today, and you will always be the same person. The people who love you now will always love you.”

The Promise     Download Lyrics

This song speaks to difficult challenges that some caregivers experience when providing support for someone with dementia. It is very common to be overwhelmed and to feel alone. This song is based on a number of observations and conversations I have had this past year. I have developed the opinion that there are many different social and economic reasons for how people cope with caring for someone with dementia. It is important to hear and gain an understanding for the complex emotional, physical and financial challenges people experience so we can help make care better for people affected by dementia.

Coming in June: A song called That’s Not My Mother will be posted here in June for Delirium Awareness Month.

Oh, and check out my WHO CARES? page (right sidebar). This is where I’ll be posting songs and news relating to important stuff that affects more than just me.

I meant it when I said that I would rather own a horse than raise a child. I’m already sore from pushing out my fifth album.

Xtina

Dr. Rockwood then asked Dale and I to produce a song that would honor people affected by Alzheimer’s disease. Once again I was inspired by Dr. Rockwood’s desire to combine art, research, and personal stories to help make care better for people. After recording the song we performed Remember Me in March 2011 at the International Dementia Conference in Toronto, ON. In July 2011 I was invited by Dr. Kenneth Rockwood, Geriatric Medicine Research (GMR) at Dalhousie University and The Canadian Dementia Knowledge Translation Network (CDKTN) to accept a position as Artist in Residence for one year (July 2011-July 2012). It was with great privilege and honor that I accepted this position.

On this page I will post versions of the songs written during my Artist in Residency, and provide a bit of background about the songs. All songs are being recorded with acclaimed producer and musician Dale Murray. I will also post NEWS about future plans to develop and share this music.

If you would like to comment on this page or share a personal story please email
info@comeundonerecords.com
Christina

Xtina

Thanks to John at www.JohnnysGarden.nl for supporting my music and to Math Heijen for taking the time to interview and review ‘A House Concert’ album.

Christina

We will celebrate the nominations at FIVE intimate performances across Canada in February. If you would like to attend please contact the following people:

February 3 Fall River, NS Point Rock House Concert
Contact pointrock@live.ca for info and to reserve seats.

February 4 Lunenberg, NS House Concert
Tickets available at The Ready Room Salon (152 Lincoln St., Lunenburg NS) or by calling 902-640-3049 or email info@thereadyroom.ca

February 11 Winnipeg, MB The Sunset Saloon House Concert
Email Jeff For Tickets: jeff@tellthebandtogohome.com

February 18 Vancouver, BC CocoaNymph Chocolates & Confections
For Tickets Email: info@cocoanymph.com

February 25 New Glasgow, NS Glasgow Square Theatre (Green Room)
For Ticket Info Call 1-800-486-1377

Poster By Mat Dunlap

Performing in Fall River, Lunenburg and New Glasgow NS, and also taking the train across Canada to perform in Winnipeg and Vancouver this month. Visit SHOWS page for ticket info.

I am excited for 2012! Right now I’m catching up on accounting and paperwork and making plans for next year. I want to thank everyone reading this, everyone who supported my music in 2011. I can’t believe I am still here! I plan to update the website in 2012 with news for a new album and other projects. I wish all of you reading this good health and happiness in 2012! If there is something you wish you were doing more of, maybe its music or cooking or just laughing, I hope you find ways to make those things a bigger part of your life in 2012.

Love and Respect

Christina

EUROPE 2011 Tour Dates:

Nov 24 Heidelberg
Nov 25 Oberstrot
Nov 26 Baiersbronn
Nov 27 Münich
Nov 28 Münich
Dec 1 Unna
Dec 2 Aachen
Dec 3 Mülheim
Dec 4 Amsterdam
Dec 5 Wesel
Dec 6 Heerlen
Dec 9 Düsseldorf
Dec 10 Berlin

Visit the TOUR PAGE for show information or visit the Facebook Event page to share with your friends.

Looking forward to performing a show at Tribeca in Halifax NS on December 17th. Make it your Holiday office or friend party! We perform from 8-10:30PM. It has been much too long since I have had the priviledge of performing on the Tribeca stage. Can’t wait!

See you all soon! We are making a new record too…. YAY!

XTina

-Folk Recording of The Year (I Can Too)

-Digital Artist of the Year

See you in Yarmouth!