From Strings to Scores - This is Harri Dale

27/08/2025 40 min Temporada 1 Episodio 7
From Strings to Scores - This is Harri Dale

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In this heartfelt episode, Tabitha Rickard sits down with Harri Dale - guitarist, singer, teacher, and emerging composer - whose musical journey began in a family full of sound and soul. From early days on the cello to discovering the guitar at fifteen, Harri’s path has been shaped by passion, persistence, and the power of community.Thanks to the Nicholson Award from the Ballarat Arts Foundation at just 18, Harri launched into formal training in Melbourne, igniting a career that’s taken him from teaching in high school classrooms in Ballarat to creative studios in Canada. Along the way, he’s faced imposter syndrome, self-doubt, and the raw realities of the music industry - but also found strength in vulnerability and purpose in teaching.Harri and Tabitha explore the vibrant live music scene in Ballarat, the importance of arts funding, the benefits of mentoring, and the dream of composing for film. Whether guiding students or crafting his own soundscapes, Harri’s story is a testament to resilience, creativity, and the magic of passing music forward.Tune in for an inspiring conversation that hits all the right notes.