Source: Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology
Jasmine Pene fell in love with music as a child, but only recently tapped into her musical skills.Â
The Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology Certificate and Diploma in Music graduate was recently crowned winner at the 2020 E TÅ« WhÄnau Song Competition.Â
Jasmine (aka Jazo) (Te Arawa, NgÄti Porou) was awarded $5000 for her song Your Mind is the Garden.Â
The judges said the songâs smooth synth sounds, and Jazoâs warm and close vocal delivery made for dreamy listening. They said the waiata also offered musical sanctuary through dark personal times by celebrating opportunities in life with optimism and hope.