Hirini Melbourne, New Zealand singer-songwriter and poet (died 2003)

Hirini Melbourne

Māori composer, singer, university lecturer, poet and author

Hirini (Sid) Melbourne was a Māori composer, singer, university lecturer, poet and author who was notable for his contribution to the development of Māori music and the revival of Māori culture. He played traditional instruments and his waiata (songs) have preserved traditions…