Ep70: Helen Perris, Singer-songwriter & Teacher

Today, my guest is Helen Perris, a singer-songwriter and teacher. In this episode, we explore Helen’s early life in Bundaberg, Queensland, where she grew up in a musical family surrounded by the rhythm and clickety clack of sugar cane trains. We explore her journey as a singer-songwriter and performer, her experiences as a teacher, and her ongoing passion for music that has been a constant throughout her life. Helen shares insights into her creative process, how she uses music as a therapeutic tool, and the challenges faced by independent artists in the music industry. We also discuss her new album - Remove This Shield - which emotionally reflect a range of personal stories and experiences. Helen is dedicated to fostering creativity, both in herself and in others and shares her thoughts on the power of music in personal expression, personal growth and healing. Helen emphasises the importance of creativity in education, the value of resilience, and the need for systemic changes to better support music students, artists and educators alike. Links: https://helenperris.bandcamp.com/album/remove-this-shield https://www.linkedin.com/in/helen-perris-a1945229b/ https://helenperris.com/ https://helenperrismusic.com/