1949
Hirini Melbourne, New Zealand singer-songwriter and poet (died 2003)
Hirini Melbourne, New Zealand singer-songwriter and poet (died 2003)
Hirini Melbourne, New Zealand singer-songwriter and poet (died 2003)
Hirini Melbourne
Māori composer, singer, university lecturer, poet and author
- Born
- 1949
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 and used Māori proverbs. He received the New Zealand Order of Merit in recognition of his services to Māori music. He was from Ngāi Tūhoe and Ngāti Kahungunu Māori tribes.