Happy Hit: A lullaby from a loving dad

Happy Hit: A lullaby from a loving dad

Author: BBC Local Radio January 21, 2022 Duration: 3:49

When Karen Robson was a baby her father, Brian Teasdale Snr, composed music for her. Brian had a brain injury which left him unable to compose and needing round-the-clock care.

Karen shared her story with BBC Radio Newcastle's Gilly Hope and with help from the station's listeners, Brian's song has now been released as a digital download.

Host: Letitia George Digital producer: Rachael Smith Executive Producer: Kathryn Morrison


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