LE HAWKESBURY SOCIAL, LOOKING WITHIN, HOSTED BY ADAM STACEY Pierre Charbonneau and I Have A Chat
Feb 14, 2026
Pierre Charbonneau, a Hawkesbury-based singer-songwriter who learned guitar at 12, shares his musical journey and how performing soothes mental health. He discusses live streaming, quitting weed, self-taught technique, influences from Tom Petty to Nirvana, supporting his son, and bringing joy to seniors through heartfelt performances.
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Learning Guitar To Sing For Himself
- Pierre learned guitar at 12 so he could accompany himself and sing whenever he wanted.
- He kept playing steadily for decades and still uses music as a primary emotional outlet.
Music As A Safe Escape
- Pierre describes music as a place he 'zones out' to during personal struggles and a reliable emotional escape.
- That immersive focus helps him process feelings and return feeling replenished.
Hundreds Of Live Requests During COVID
- During COVID Pierre did dozens of special-request livestreams and felt purpose by serving isolated listeners.
- He says performing for others filled him up and created a powerful emotional exchange.
