crafting unforgettable moments

Sonder DJs & Events is a booking agency that brings together talented professionals who offer a range of specialised event services, with a focus on personalised experiences.

Founded by Tim Koren, and his partner, Claire Wischusen, Sonder expands on Tim’s years of work as a DJ, both in the private function landscape and Melbourne’s club and festival scenes.

Both Tim and Claire have spent much of their careers working in client service. To Sonder, they bring event knowledge paired with strategy and professionalism, to provide a bespoke experience from start to finish.

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  • Overview:
    With over 15 years of DJing at some of the country’s finest venues and events, Tim has earned an impeccable reputation as one of Melbourne’s premier DJs for private functions. His services are in extremely high demand, and rightfully so.

    Expertise:
    Tim possesses a masterful ability to read a room, intuitively selecting the perfect song and exactly when to play it, all with the crowd demographic in mind.

    Influences:
    Tim's musical influences are vast, evident in his extensive music library and record collection. Regardless of the brief, he can cater to it with flawless mixing in both digital and vinyl formats.

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  • Overview:
    Maya is a rare talent, capable of elevating any event, be it weddings, corporate gatherings, or cocktail parties. As a solo singer, she collaborates seamlessly with DJs and musicians, or delivers an all-in-one DJ/vocalist performance. Her uplifting and soulful sound will get everybody moving with her uplifting and soulful sound, making your event one to remember.

    Expertise:
    With a head-turning voice, Maya comes into her element performing a fusion of RnB, soul, and jazz, reflecting her rich Australian, African American, and Austrian roots.

    Influences:
    Influenced by blues, jazz, and soul, Maya's distinctive sound, combined with her recent appearance on Australian Idol and successful tours across the United States, underscores her broad appeal and experience.

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  • Overview:
    Sam is one of Sonder’s most trusted and sought after DJs for weddings, corporate functions, gallery openings and cocktail events.

    Expertise:
    Sam is a composer, producer, and sought after DJ in Melbourne. All his experience amounts to a deep understanding of how to kick a party into gear at the right time and also craft atmospheres for more subtle occasions.

    Influences:
    With a profound connection to the electronic music scene, Sam has been making people dance for over a decade. Throughout that time he has curated sophisticated, funky moods for venues like The Toff, House of Plants, Magic Mountain Saloon, and many more.

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  • Overview:
    For over a decade, Aiyana has been gracing stages worldwide with her unique contemporary sound. Whether performing solo, collaborating with a DJ, or harmonizing in a duo, Aiyana’s beautiful acoustic/electric set ensures that she’ll elevate any occasion.

    Expertise:
    Aiyana's extensive performance background has earned her with a keen sense for reading a room. She excels in working with and guiding the ebbs and flows of an event's atmosphere.

    Influences:
    With roots in musical theatre, soul, jazz, and blues, Aiyana infuses every musical moment with energy and zest. Imagine the vibrant fusion of Amy Winehouse and Judy Garland.

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