Based in Bracebridge, Ontario, the collaborative effort known as Chorus of Courage serves as a sanctuary for survivors of violence, offering solace and solidarity through the power of music and storytelling. Led by artist and therapist Cindy Doire, this initiative brings together survivors and professional musicians, weaving together their shared experiences into poignant melodies and heartfelt lyrics. Sweet Little Hummingbird, the debut single penned by Torontonian singer-songwriter Julian Taylor in response to survivor Denyse’s story, exudes a gentle and nurturing energy, with delicate piano melodies and acoustic guitar strumming perfectly complementing Taylor’s compassionate vocal delivery.
“It is a story of abuse and a struggle through pain that was shared with me through a letter she wrote to me and then through conversations we had with one another where she would go into more detail about the trauma that she faced as a young person and how she’s worked through it. The horrible and horrific things that happened to her scared me to the core and I vowed to keep her story close to my chest and use music and poetry as a way to heal, communicate and reveal the pure strength and pure resonance she illuminates.” Julian Taylor
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