Phia Exiner is a composer, musician, and songwriter who's hard to categorise (in the very best way). Phia first gained a cult following in Europe with her innovative approach to the kalimba thumb piano, using loop and effect pedals to create mesmerizing soundscapes. Since returning to Melbourne, she's transformed the Australian choral landscape by founding Melbourne Indie Voices, a non-traditional community choir that has grown from intimate sessions in her Fitzroy front room, to over 350 members …or maybe even 500!..., to selling out iconic venues, and performing with Australian legends like Paul Kelly and Clare Bowditch.

Beyond her groundbreaking choral work, Phia has been composing for film and television while releasing her own albums, including her upcoming third release "When I'm Holding You, I'm Holding Me." The feature track "Pick Me Up (Don't Put Me Down)" showcases her return to her jazz roots and explores the profound transformation of motherhood—written in those precious moments while her newborn son slept. Throughout all her musical journeys, Phia's authentic voice and playful musicality continue to shine through.