Hudson Tylor Harrika is a songwriter, performer, audio engineer, and instructor based in Huntsville, AL. Tylor holds a BA in music from the University of Alabama in Huntsville and more than 15 years of performing experience in the region. In that time, he has worked in churches, musicals, bands, studios, choirs, and various other containers of music-making people. 

 

Tylor’s latest released works include both a compositional EP and a lyrical concept album in 2021.  The former, entitled Kadisha Valley is an exploration of the mountain landscapes of Lebanon, inspired by his own heritage and cultural identity. The latter Vanthems: Vol.2 is a catchy, thoughtful concept album that chronicles the Sunday routine of a big Athens family (his in-laws). Tylor’s primary vessel of himself is found in his songwriting, where he tweaks and tinkers to find the most potent expression of his experiences. A clear communicator and gentle friend, Tylor presents his perspectives and relational insights in an efficient and compelling package — carried on melodic guitar playing and earnest vocals. 

 

Tylor has taught private music lessons since 2013. As a highly detail-oriented person with a love of learning, he is passionate about sharing knowledge and developing skills in others. To that end, he would know very little of music without the kindness and instruction of Patrick Bryant, Dillon Hodges, Kenneth Pattengale, and Amalia Osuga, and he would be nowhere without his wonderful mom. 

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Tylor began taking work in orchestra pits in 2018, playing guitar on a production of Seussical the Musical, presented by the Huntsville Community Chorus Association. Since, he has played guitar in eighteen other productions by the likes of Theatre Huntsville, LMP, Bob Jones, Lee, & Huntsville High School, UAH, and Red Mountain Theatre. 

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Though he enjoys being in front of an audience, Tylor spends a significant amount of time behind the scenes. He has been fortunate to partner with his fellow musicians and venues in North Alabama to mix shows from front of house and even provide equipment to events. Tylor takes great joy in achieving an authentic translation of one's musicianship in a live sound environment. As an experienced performer, Tylor serves musicians with their best interests in mind - providing accommodations before they are thought of or asked for. ​​