Lorin's visit to our school was a combination of brilliant musicianship and the delivery of some powerful messages relating to determination, resilience and self esteem. All of our students from Prep to Year 6 sat transfixed for the entire performance. A wonderful school performance.

Lorraine Lease - Music Specialist
Bunyip Primary School, Vic

Lorin Nicholson's performance was awesome. Our entire school community was abuzz after hearing him perform and listening to the inspirational messages he shared with us. It was positive for our children to be able to reflect on these messages of hope and self determination within the classroom. We highly recommend his performance to any primary or secondary school.

Danielle Priday - Deputy Principal
Carina State School, Qld

I am writing to tell you how wonderful your session with the students was. I have never seen our school of 320 students sit so still and listen so attentively. While we might not have performed so well with Waltzing Matilda (over half of our students are from Non English Speaking Background), their admiration of your guitar playing and determination in life was truly inspirational.
When I took the phone call from your father-in-law and organised the event I was really excited and organised for all staff to be present. You have so much to offer and certainly get your message across so well. The impact you are able to have through your presentations will be life changing for many students around Australia and we are fortunate to have had the opportunity of your visit.
You inspired all present and students and staff were still talking about you for days after the session. I purchased the CD's and love all of them.
Keep up your wonderful work and I hope to have the opportunity to experience another of your presentations in the future.

Cheryl Jaeschke - Finance, Admin Officer
Pennington Primary School

Your performance was fantastic! Your life is a testimony of one who has risen above your circumstances to proclaim a message that resounds in the ears of others. Your dogged determination to experience life to the full in spite of your having no sight says so much
about your character, choices and source of strength. Thank you for touching so many lives with your simple message of "never giving up".

Roslyn Drury - Deputy Principal
Beecroft Public School NSW

The staff and students of the Bowen State Primary School were extremely fortunate to experience Lorin Nicholson’s musical journey. His outstanding talent with the guitar and the inspirational stories of his journey through life combine to render a powerful and uplifting performance. How wonderful it would be if children all over the world could enjoy the Lorin experience! Lorin, please return to Bowen.

Susan Wright, Teacher
Bowen State Primary School, Qld

Thank you so much for your amazing performance at our school this morning. You have such a gift for connecting with people not only through your music but also through your messages of determination, empathy and acceptance of others.
The staff and students spoke of nothing but the performance all day.

Kari Morphy, Teacher
Marlborough State School, Qld

The students and staff at South Perth Primary School were extremely fortunate to be able to experience Lorin Nicholson's unbelievable guitar playing and listen to his positive messages. The rapport which Lorin established with 400 PP-year 7 students, staff and community members was truly inspirational. While at South Perth Primary Lorin also conducted a motivational workshop with staff which was empowering and emotional and reaffirmed the values of honesty, fairness and mutual respect. Without doubt this is one of the very best in-school visiting performances we have had at our school.

Garry Hewitt, Principal
South Perth Primary School, WA

Brilliant! Every child was mesmerized by Lorin's guitar playing and tales of his life experiences. They are still talking about the performance and listening to the CD's. What a success!!

Di Milich, Music Teacher
Strathfieldsaye Primary, Bendigo, Vic

Our students were absolutely amazed by the skill shown by Lorin in his performance, and how he never gave up in his endeavours. He inspired the students to try their best no matter what. I have been playing guitar myself for about 17 years, but I felt like a novice watching the way Lorin entertained us all. I feel that he has inspired a new generation of potential musicians. No matter the age, everyone can benefit from what Lorin says and portrays.

Basil Epiha, Teacher
Merrimac State School, Gold Coast, Qld

The performance by Lorin Nicholson for our Primary aged students was an inspirationally and musically uplifting experience. Lorin used appropriate vocabulary, visual aids, and student involvement during the performance. Not only is Lorin an exceptional musician and composer, but he also shared with the audience stories of how he had coped and won in life despite his disability. Many a heart was touched by Lorin’s experiences as he told us stories which we will remember for a long time to come. The students continue to talk about him and to work keenly on the materials provided. I cannot more highly recommend this show. Do not miss it!

Gillian Whitaker, Music Coordinator
PLC Junior School, Vic

Lorin has proved to be an inspirational role model for our students. The students, staff and parents were astounded with Lorin’s guitar performance. Lorin spoke with modesty and sincerity about his disability and his life experiences. Many of our children are now more accepting of both their own and others’ unique personal traits. This is a must see performance and will have a profound influence on the lives of our students.

Andrew Parry, Principal
Clunes Primary School, Vic

We recently had a visit from a performer called Lorin Nicholson. Lorin is not only a talented and versatile performer, but an unbelievably talented guitarist who has been a Golden Guitar finalist. He also happens to have been born legally blind and progressively lost his sight since he was four years old.
Lorin simply mesmerised our students from P-7 with a mixture of music and a unique ability to tell his story which is one of..... No matter what, never give up..... If you try hard enough you will succeed.....Everyone has a few mountains to climb in their life..... You need to set yourself a goal and just do it.
I highly recommend Lorin’s presentation as suitable for students from P-12, as his performance covers a range of educational and personal development outcomes which everyone is sure to benefit from. If you would like to know more, feel free to give me a call.

Glenn McGowan, Principal
Mountain Creek State School, Qld

It has been an extraordinary day for our school. Lorin really connected with the kids. He related his life journey through exceptional music and frank, open discussion at a level to which the children could relate. I commend his performance to anyone wishing to break down barriers, and for inspiration for students and teachers alike.

Craig Thorne, Deputy Principal
Boronia Heights State School, Qld

Lorin, you have amazing talent. The children and I left your performance in awe of your abilities and achievements. I absolutely had to purchase your CDs and I will be playing them as soon as I get back to my classroom.

Selena Roberts, Year 7 Teacher
Boronia Heights State School, Qld

Great music and great messages!!!

Jim O'Leary, Principal
Robina State School, Qld

What an inspiration you are!!! I was one of the teachers who attended your presentation at Harbord Public School today. I was blown away by your performance (especially after spending many of my formative years watching Tommy and Phil Emmanuel, Mark Knoppfler and many other guitar greats in pubs, concerts etc).
I know you inspired many children today. I think your performance for schools is fantastic! Also a special Thank You for playing some of "The Man from Snowy River". I found it spine-chilling. Thank you, thank you, thank you to you and your team.

Nicole Herrmann, Teacher
Harbord Public School NSW
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Lorin quickly established a rapport with the students through his contemporary music and his natural conversation with the audience. His sense of timing was spot on - knowing when it was time to play and when it was time to speak. His skill with the guitar and his ability to deliver his message of empathy and respect made his presentation a positive experience for everyone. The students were mesmerised by Lorin - as can be measured by the number of them who wanted to find out more about him after the presentation.

Stephen Green, Principal
Bassendean Primary, WA

Just a few lines to let you know that our staff felt the performance by Lorin Nicholson was inspirational and insightful. Inspirational in that it totally captivated the children for the whole time of the performance and insightful in that as Lorin went through some of the life experiences he has had as a person with very impaired vision, the sincerity in his presentation drew the children into the world of the visually impaired and gave them an understanding of what a person with his disability has to deal with.

Robert Prew, Deputy Principal
Guildford Primary School

SEE SHARP is a performance that every student must see.
Lorin Nicholson's outstanding talent with the guitar enables him to capture audiences of any age. More importantly though, Lorin presents a profound message about acceptance of difference and belief in self, and relates his own experiences to wonderful effect.
A truly enjoyable and powerful performance.

Jeff Hay, Principal
Annandale State School, Townsville Qld

I found SEE SHARP one of the most inspiring & impressive performances I've seen in over thirty years of teaching. Lorin Nicholson's presentation was well-planned and captivated both children and teachers for an hour. We were enthralled!

Carmel Ceglar, Teacher
Roselea Public School, Sydney NSW

Lorin Nicholson had an amazing message for our students. He used his gift of music to inspire our students and staff to recognize the uniqueness in us all and to accept the differences in others. His program was the best program I have ever seen in my 35 years in education. He shared his musical talent and taught a message at the same time. He really related to the children and kept the students of all ages engaged during the entire program.

Cathy Taylor, Principal
McCall Elementary School, Plano, Texas, USA

Thank you for joining us at Mathews Elementary this Fall. The children really enjoyed your stories and the lively performance and the parents and teachers certainly appreciated the valuable lessons you provided to our children.

Jan Leach, VP Programs
Mathews Elementary, Plano, Texas USA

“Everyone loved the See Sharp performance with Mr. Nicholson and his dad! Teachers and students both have commented on what an incredible message they heard and the fabulous guitar playing by Lorin had the students mesmerized. The stories and lessons he shared tied in nicely with our previous programs this year, and hopefully and prayerfully, our students will apply what they learned to their own lives. Thank you for coming to Rice Elementary in Tyler,
Texas!”

Diane Carnes, Counselor
Rice Elementary,

Thank you! It was life-changing to have Lorin and his father John here in Tyler.

Nancy Satterfield, PTA President
All Saints School, Tyler Texas USA

Thank you for the wonderful musical performance today! More importantly, thank you for inspiring all of us with your determination and strength. Your message touched all in attendance, teachers and children alike . As Montessorians, we strive to find the unique gifts in every child and you are a role model for encouraging children to try hard and not let obstacles keep them from their dreams. I appreciate the time you took to listen to the children and answer their questions. You really connected with them. I hope you can visit us again in the future.

Susan Dendinger, Principal
Pebblecreek Montessori Elementary School, Plano, Texas, USA

"Lorin Nicholson recently performed at our school and our students were enchanted by his artistry and his message about the empowerment of the individual. He related well to all our students from year one to year seven and his performance was lively and engaging throughout. Lorin is an excellent musician and a lively public speaker and children relate well to him. I am pleased to recommend Lorin to my teaching colleagues."

Greg Wilkes, Principal
Mt Archer State School, Rockhampton Qld

It's been a long time since I've heard teachers comment so enthusiastically about a school performance of this type. That says a lot!"

Gillian Begbie, Principal
Roselea Public School, Sydney NSW

"Thank you so much for your wonderful performance today. The music was amazing but the message you gave to all of us was very special. I have been teaching at St Mary's for 12 years and have always tried to instil in the children that if they believe in themselves anything is possible. You are a living example of this and we will always remember your visit."

Robyn Bourne, Year 3 teacher
St Mary's School, North Rockhampton Qld

Lorin appealed on so many levels. He entertained us with his music and inspired us with his stories. He was very down to earth and related well to the kids and adults there. Stories about his life were inspiring and encouraged the kids to follow their dreams no matter what their peers or others may think. By involving the children he really got the message across. I had tingles up my spine.

Theresa Mitchell, Assistant Principal
St Joseph's School, Tamworth West NSW

Lorin Nicholson's show "See Sharp" is a fantastic combination of guitar playing and information about coping with blindness. It is one of the most worthwhile and stunning shows for school children that I have seen! Lorin's guitar skills, playing a wide range of musical styles, is superb. He mixes his music with great stories and practical activities connected with growing up legally blind. If your school has the opportunity to book this show - grab it! It's sensational!

Maretta Wood, Teacher
Clarence/Coffs Harbour NSW

From staff at Calliope State School

Really great. Kept the children's interest the whole time - great involvement.
Kristine Booth (Year 2 Teacher)

Loved the music! Children were very interested as it was aimed at their level.
Marjorie Foster (Year 2 Teacher)

The children truly enjoyed it as it was informative, entertaining and relative to their experiences. I personally loved Hotel California...... fantastic!
Karyn C

I'd like to pass on my thanks and congratulations for such a wonderful performance.
The quality of the music and the variety of styles were outstanding and very entertaining.
The life stories that were told were a real motivator for the students and adults alike. One student in particular stated, "It doesn't matter who you are or what abilities you're born with. As long as you work hard and try your best you can achieve anything."

S Folker, Year 5 Teacher
Torquay State School Vic

Thank you so much for your visit last week. I've had some great discussions with each class about relating to people with disabilities and making the most of their lives. You are a great role model and inspiration, Lorin, and I'm so grateful for your input into our school children.

Linda Weatherhead, Music Teacher
Silkstone State School Ipswich Qld

Thank you Lorin for your remarkable presentation. Your music and stories illustrate the essence of what we try to teach our students through our “You Can Do It” approach to success and well-being. The effect on students and staff was outstanding. We’ll have you back, please. J

Dr Rob Steventon, Principal
Madison Park Primary School SA

Each of our vision support students all came away positive about the future, having heard your story of every day achievements…. Likewise you inspired all of our sighted students to think about all people a little differently. Actually the adult feedback was fabulous too!
We would employ you any day as a teacher… your crowd control impressed even experienced teachers of more than twenty years.
Many many thanks for the lessons learned, the experiences shared and the fabulous entertainment.

Donna Linton-Keane, Vision Support Teacher
DET: North Coast Region NSW

Initially I was captivated by Lorin’s guitar playing as were all the students. Here was a very talented musician. As he then accompanied his music with messages about bullying and doing your best, we were all spellbound. His story about riding his bicycle 275 km was a very powerful message that anything is possible and not to rely on other people but challenge yourself.
Wonderful and moving.

Tim Douglas, Principal
Caulfield Junior College Vic

 

I write to tell you how incredibly impressed I was with your presentation.

Prior to your arrival I read your advertising flyer to my class. I was quite taken by the synopsis of your life story and as I read I took in what you aimed to ‘give’ to our staff and children.
I can’t say enough about the way you have constructed the presentation, which is why I asked you whether you had collaborated with an educational consultant.

I find it truly incredible how you:
• possess the most amazing guitar skills,
• have no difficulty in sharing so many snippets from your wonderful life,
• skilfully educated us to a better understanding of issues such as stereotyping, bullying, accepting challenges and realising our human potential regardless of our physical or mental capacities,
• included some awesome student based activities that either led into or skillfully connected concepts together
• Had everyone hanging off what you were saying.
To your credit you ticked off every box on what your flyer said you’d achieve!
How good is that?!
Lorin, I was moved by you and your presentation and wish everyone could have quality time in your presence; how much better the world would be if more of us were “people with vision”.
God bless you and your work.

Warren Smith - Assistant Principal
Saint Andrew’s Catholic Primary School Clarkson WA