Meet Vietnan-born UK Open Mic performer Eva:

Hi Eva, thanks for joining us! Let’s get into it:

Do you play solo only, or also in a group?

Solo

How old are you?

14

Where were you born?

Vietnam

Where did you grow up?

Vietnam

How did that place influence your music? (if at all!)

Not much

Where are you based now, and why?

London, attending Brit School of Performing Arts.

What got you into making music in the first place?

My mum

What instrument/s do you play?

Singing
Guitar
Guitar

Who would be in your top 10 musical influences, and why?

Beyonce because she’s a striking performer, amazing songwriter and has flexible vocal abilities.

Do you write your own songs?

No

How long have you been playing open mic nights?

2

Why did you get into playing them in the first place?

Invited to play at a local restaurant in Saigon.

What advice would you give new performers who are just starting out playing their first open mics?

Practice/warm up and have a fan with you to support you.

What’s the hardest thing, for you, about playing open mics?

I get really nervous before I play.

If it’s not already, are you hoping to make music your full-time career?

Yes

What’s the one truth about you that people often find surprising?

I was born and grew up in Saigon.

Where is the main place should people go to find out more about you?

https://www.instagram.com/my._.evaluation?igsh=c2Nrb2tyZ3AxMWxv

We’re done! Anything else you want to share before we go?

No thanks!