Hekate's Terch

Prior to adopting her current name. she was known by the pseudonym Mohana, one of Krishna's many names signifying "no illusion." Dharma itself encompasses a wide range of meanings, including religion, love, and a significant purpose or mission. Within her Tikuna family, the largest indigenous tribe in the Brazilian Amazon, she was called Mepünã. She was initiated into one of their clans, immersing herself in their culture and beliefs to foster a deeper understanding and collaborate with them through music. Her Tikuna name, Mepünã, signifies her adoption and belonging to the "Avai" clan.

 

Her musical journey began at the age of five, performing in a children's choir for a Christmas play, where she played the role of Mary. Following this early experience, she continued to engage in various singing and acting performances in schools.

 

Her artistic journey included formal training in acting and drama, alongside lyrical singing, leading her to become a professional actress and  soprano of Amazon Choirs. Subsequently, she has actively participated in numerous plays, choirs, and even an opera.

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Years later, she embarked on a songwriting career, penning and recording songs in English, Portuguese, Spanish, Sanskrit, and Tikuna. Her music gained significant exposure, with airplay on major Brazilian radio stations, the Galapagos Islands, club scenes in Argentina and the USA, and web radio stations in Europe.

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Her career has also encompassed diverse collaborations with DJs, producers, and bands, as well as teaching singing to young dancers. She has performed internationally in Brazil, Venezuela, Ecuador, and Canada.

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Furthermore, her talents as a writer and producer were recognized with a first-prize award at the 2010 Drama and Music Festival in Ecuador for her play, "Reflexiones de la Naturaleza."

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In her role as co-producer, she achieved recognition at the 5th Annual Amazon Drama Festival in Brazil, winning the award for Best Play Soundtrack with her work on 'Yebah-Buroh.'

 

By October 2017, having relocated to Canada, she co-founded the band Hekate’s Torch alongside her husband, poet, songwriter, and musician Robert Johnson.

 

Her musical influences are diverse, spanning genres including Heavy Metal, Rock, Pop Rock, Alternative, Dream Pop, New Age, Ethereal, Classic/Lyrical, Bossa-Nova, World, and Electronic.