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Chooka Ethan James Parker (Born 21 March 1994)

Introduction Chooka Parker, self taught pianist, astounded people with his abilities when he first walked on stage and into people's hearts when he auditioned for "Australia's Got Talent" in May, 2011. When he was just 16, only having been playing piano for around 2 years, Chooka sat down at his keyboard then made up a song which floored judges, audience and viewers. His casual style and amicable personality have won many hearts. Spending his formative years without modern technology and having been home schooled, Chooka has been able to use his creativity at maximum levels in his music. Chooka has a unique gift where he can play how he feels and bring out depth in music where it is impossible not to feel a stirring sensation, and it is mesmerizing watching his fingers fly over the keys.

Press Chooka Parker wows at Edenhope Show [- Hide ] FANS of Australia's Got Talent's Chooka Parker headed to the Edenhope Show at the weekend to see the shearer and piano prodigy in action.

Chooka performed at the two-day event on Saturday morning.

Treasurer Sandra Clutterbuck said Chooka was a highlight of the show, which ended yesterday.

"He was pretty good - very good, actually,'' she said. "We're going to try and get him back next year. Jacaranda Festival a big success  [- Hide ] Maggie said one of the highlights of the festival was the Venetian Carnival on Friday night which attracted 1500-2000 people who packed the hillside along Memorial Park and listened intently to the spectacular performance of special guest, piano-playing sensation Chooka Parker. "During his time here, Chooka fell in love with Grafton and it was wonderful he could be a part of the festival this year," Maggie said. Inner Circle Spring 2011 [- Hide ] Our special guest for the night was “Chooka” Parker, a gifted pianist who appeared on Australia’s Got Talent. Chooka performed beautifully, and treated us to some wise words as well! A big thank-you to Chooka and his family for making the night truly memorable. Swanhill Food & Wine Festival [- Hide ] Chooka ParkerChooka Parker and his amazing piano skills on Australia's Got Talent have made him a worldwide hit. The Victorian farm boy was home-schooled on a farm at Red Lion, near Maryborough and taught himself to play the piano. Chooka is known for his original compositions, which he makes up on the spot purely as he feels the emotions of the time. Chooka Woos His Fans [- Hide ] Chooka, 17, of Red Lion, featured in last night's Australia's Got Talent Finals. Chooka's performance attracted a standing ovation from the audience before the judges heaped praise upon him. Chooka Parker: a Touch of Genius [- Hide ] "...he can replicate scales only level 10 pianists at the end of their career after 30 years of playing could even wish to create with such speed... Country Boy's Talent Comes Straight From the Heart [- Hide ] ..."Then he (Chooka Parker) sat down at the keyboard and poured his spirit right through his fingers and the electronic instrument and into the spirits of those listening. It was one of those classic “Talent” moments, when surprise and awe replace skepticism on the faces of audience and judges alike. Chooka didn’t look up from the keyboard until he ended his performance and received a standing ovation." Dirt Music Festival a hit with music lovers. [- Hide ] At first glance someone might not have thought there was a music festival in Rupanyup on Sunday.

Tacky marquees, enormous lines trailing from food vans and over-priced beers were not to be found.

But in the town's church, hall, backyards and billabong, musicians from the slick and experienced to those simply having a crack at something they enjoyed, entertained the crowd.

The second Dirt Music Festival was an event encouraging musicians to perform - for no price - to music lovers across and beyond the Wimmera.

The sounds of strings, keys, skins and songs replaced the noise of lawn mowers and birds that would have had the stage on any other Sunday.

While the event kept clear of labelling headliners, keyboard prodigy Chooka Parker was a big drawcard after becoming famous on Australia's Got Talent in 2011.

The 18-year-old from Maryborough stunned the audience with his complex compositions and fleeting key changes while sweating away in his now famous Driza-Bone coat. Central Victoria's Chooka leads flock. [- Hide ] BRETT WORTHINGTON 18 Apr, 2012 04:00 AM CENTRAL Victorian performer Chooka Parker is leading a competition to perform at the Sydney Opera House.

Chooka, 18, from Red Lion, attracted national headlines after appearing on variety program Australia’s Got Talent last year.

He entered the Musicoz Awards 2012 and holds the top position in the people’s choice charts.

The winner will perform at the Sydney Opera House on May 15.

“I have always dreamt of playing at the Sydney Opera House,” Chooka said.

“It is right on the water and such a beautiful building.

“To be able to play there would be great, it would accomplish a big dream.”

Chooka attracted international attention during his stint on Australia’s Got Talent but failed to make the finals.

He grew up in a family without television or internet and was homeschooled.

Chooka taught himself to play piano, inspired by a Mozart CD he found.

His stint under the national spotlight has transformed Chooka’s life.

“It is amazing. It is unbelievable how many things have happened,” he said. “It is almost comical how much my life has changed.

‘‘I had no idea what I was getting myself into when I went on the telly.

“... But I have been able to help people. I feel better about myself because I have been able to help people.”

Chooka has played across Australia since appearing on Australia’s Got Talent. He said he hoped to write music for cartoons and wanted to voice characters in programs.

The Parkers borrowed a television to watch Chooka on national television. The television has since gone back to its owners but the internet has been a new addition.

It has allowed Chooka to stay in contact with his fans from across the globe via his website and Facebook.

“It has been really good. I have been able to develop a strong fan base and get to know them,” he said. “I would love to go overseas and meet some of them.

“One bloke in Russia made a sculpture of me so I sent him a CD as thanks.”

People can vote for Chooka at www.musicoz.org

Biography He has been dubbed "a freak, a prodigy, and a teenage Mozart." He has also been likened to Beethoven and Chopin. His music knows no age barriers and he uses the different styles of music such as classical, rock, blues, etc. and combines them together. He has had a very busy time performing since the show at various venues which have ranged from nursing homes, schools, and fundraisers to playing at a footy finals at Etihad Stadium and at the Grafton Jacaranda Festival to over 2000 people with resounding success. He as performed with the likes of Jack Vidgen in Mildura and Brian Cadd and Russell Morris in Ballarat and Bendigo. Many have come to him and shared that his music has helped them emotionally and has lifted them out of their grief or pain. Chooka's goal is to help people to connect with their emotions, express those feelings and lift them up.It is incredibly effective as his music has a therapeutic effect on people. He says "My aim with my music is to help people." Chooka is a very unique 18year old with a witty sense of humour and a very perceptive nature. He interacts very well with people. One of his You Tube clips has amassed over 2.5 million views in only 10 months. His total views on You Tube exceed 4.5 million. He was also one of the top 9 pictures taken for 2011 in the Sunday Herald Sun.

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