From the age of 16 to 27 my life was chaotic. I suffered from addiction, and after many hospitalisations, when all hope seemed gone, I had a profound experience. My life changed and I wanted to live. I have been in recovery for over 40 years. For the last 20 years, I have travelled to rehabilitation centres, prisons and mental health resources, telling my story alongside music.

I received my Fellowship for the topic of recovery and music in 2011 and went to North America for ten weeks. It was a fantastic learning curve and a great experience. I've always been passionate about helping people to break free from the chains of addiction.

I presented 24 radio shows on UK Health Radio, where I interviewed people who had changed their lives and are now in recovery. I asked them to choose three pieces of music that have been significant in their lives. I am retired now, but still visit institutions, using my music in a healing way.