"If I want to go on stage, I want to represent that. I want that to speak first. I want the prostitute to come forward."

A proud sex worker, born in Brasília, Brazil, Cristiano Terra began his harp studies at the age of 15. A natural talent, Cristiano achieved remarkable success early on, winning two prestigious soloist prizes at the age of 19. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Harp Performance from the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro and a Master’s degree from the University of Arizona, where he served as a Teaching Assistant—a role that shaped his passion for teaching and mentoring.

Cristiano has performed in Brazil, the United States, Canada, China, and New Zealand as a recitalist, concerto soloist, and chamber musician. As a harp teacher, Cristiano’s achievements are even more significant. He founded the harp ensemble Citharis, a group of 17 harpists, and established two harp courses at renowned music schools in Santa Catarina. He taught over 30 students simultaneously in three cities. Cristiano performed with his students in 14 different cities, leaving his legacy in the harp community of Santa Catarina/Brazil.

In 2019, Cristiano decided to trade his harp, fame, and fortune for the honour and glory of being a migrant in New Zealand. Poised with a magnificent toilet brush, he has shone his light in bathrooms across Auckland’s finest hotels. While the joy of brushing toilets squeaky clean has been the blast

he has deeply longed for in his life, Cristiano had considered giving the harp a second opportunity.

Today, Cristiano Terra is thrilled to debut his artistry in Australia, blending humour, resilience, and passion in a performance that marks 

a triumphant return to the stage.