LE HAWKESBURY SOCIAL, LOOKING WITHIN, HOSTED BY ADAM STACEY, FOUNDER AND PODCAST HOST Episode #4 - Season #2 - PART #1 - Meet Adam Stacey and Le Hawkesbury Social Podcast Presenting Pierre Charbonneau
Feb 3, 2026
Pierre Charbonneau, a Hawkesbury-based singer-songwriter and self-taught acoustic guitarist, talks about his musical roots and how music soothes mental health. He shares stories of livestreams, performing for seniors, recovery through music, and building community via gigs and karaoke. Short, heartfelt conversations about songwriting, gratitude, and using music as a healing tool.
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How He Learned Guitar Young
- Pierre learned guitar at 12 because his dad bought him an inexpensive guitar and he wanted to accompany himself singing.
- He practiced relentlessly and kept singing from childhood recordings through adulthood.
Music As Emotional Escape
- Pierre says music is an escape that lets him 'zone out' and process emotions when he's struggling.
- Performing also creates an emotional exchange that uplifts both him and listeners.
125 COVID Live Requests
- During COVID Pierre did 125 special-request live covers and built audience connection by learning songs he didn't know.
- People watched nightly and asked for more, which helped him keep performing and growing.
