Melanie is the driving force behind Silence to Song. As the founder and creative mind, she has shaped the project’s mission and direction, ensuring that the stories of those affected by the infected blood scandal are given a powerful and lasting voice.
Melanie was infected as a child with Hepatitis C through a blood product to treat her von willebrand disease.
Dan Breeze, a talented member of the infected blood community, has joined our team. Dan is a haemophiliac who was infected with hepatitis C as a child. A dedicated family man, he has a lovely voice and is a gifted singer, songwriter, and producer.
Dan is passionate about collaborating with other songwriters within our community. His favorite genre is 80s music, and you can listen to his songs on YouTube.
Jack Marchant is a dedicated music producer and a true asset to our team. With his unwavering commitment, he's worked tirelessly to perfect our choir songs, bringing them to life with his skill and passion. Beyond his professional expertise, Jack is a devoted family man who understands the power of music to heal and connect, having experienced the loss of his mother as a teenager. A genuinely nice bloke, he's an invaluable member of our community.
Bob brings his skills as a songwriter and music producer to Silence to Song, crafting lyrics and melodies that carry the weight of real experiences. His creativity ensures that the music captures the heart of the message.
An affected member of the community, Bob sadly lost his father to HIV when Bob was just 8 years old.
Ray Coate's unwavering support makes him an invaluable asset to the community. After enduring a period of profound trauma and voicelessness, which was also a result of a serious illness, he now dedicates his time to amplifying the voices of victims from all walks of life.
Ray has hosted several podcasts featuring testimonials from community members. He is also a singer-songwriter.