William Preat
William Preat
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I Moved To Finland Alone At 19 Years Old
An ambitious teen pursues his dream of moving across the world from Australia, all alone. The film follows William’s journey through struggle and perseverance as he strives to find his place in a Nordic land, where he comes to feel he was always meant to be.
This project has taken 5 months of dedication and I have never been more excited to release something in my life. From the sound to the cinematography I put my heart and soul into this. Thank you for taking the time to watch, and subscribe if you're interested in more films like this!
Links to socials and music!
Instagram: williampreat_
Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/2jlzxEv43Be6BedRBeR5fv
Apple Music: music.apple.com/au/artist/william-preat/1385604126
All the video, audio and music was created by me! (some songs were sampled and formed into an original work such as Fog Lakes, Medasin & Soa Mattrix music.) I am passionate about creating as many aspects of my art as possible but give credit to the elements of these artists that inspired me and I used to build my own work.
Thank you to my mum, friends and girlfriend for supporting me in this massive journey and for the Finnish people welcoming me with open arms.
A love message to Suomi.
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Preparing to Move Across the Planet (Australian moving to Finland)
มุมมอง 14K7 หลายเดือนก่อน
In this video, I discuss my move across the planet and prepare for the journey ahead! I put so much work into this video so thank you for watching, lots of love! Links to socials and music! Instagram: williampreat_ Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/2jlzxEv43Be6BedRBeR5fv Apple Music: music.apple.com/au/artist/william-preat/1385604126 All music by me!
The Journey That Changed My Life
มุมมอง 2K10 หลายเดือนก่อน
This film is dedicated to what I learnt during my time in New Zealand travelling on an extreme budget with my best friend. We hitchhiked, ate oats, hiked through snow-capped mountain valleys and learned so much about ourselves. I put so much work into this video so thank you for watching, lots of love! *Mystery Moose (the film) COMING SOON* Links to socials and music! Instagram: w...
A Piece of My Soul (played by the ERO in Sofia, Bulgaria)
มุมมอง 52911 หลายเดือนก่อน
"A Piece of My Soul" is one of my biggest projects so far, featured on my fully classical and live recorded project "Through the Sand and Sun" which represents the absolute 'craziness' my first year out of high school brought. Travelling to 18 countries, working with orchestras and living in cities across the world. This piece represents my core emotions at the heart of this journey. This origi...
Dunes Meeting the Ocean (played by the ERO in Varna, Bulgaria)
มุมมอง 38511 หลายเดือนก่อน
"Dunes Meeting the Ocean" is one of my biggest projects so far, featured on my fully classical and live recorded project "Through the Sand and Sun" which represents the absolute 'craziness' my first year out of high school brought. Travelling to 18 countries, working with orchestras and living in cities across the world. This piece represents my core emotions at the heart of this journey. This ...
Blurred Lines in the Sand (played by the ERO in Varna, Bulgaria)
มุมมอง 23011 หลายเดือนก่อน
"Blurred Lines in the Sand " is one of my biggest projects so far, featured on my fully classical and live recorded project "Through the Sand and Sun" which represents the absolute 'craziness' my first year out of high school brought. Travelling to 18 countries, working with orchestras and living in cities across the world. This piece represents my core emotions at the heart of this journey. Th...
Whitsundays Remastered (Offical Music Video)
มุมมอง 11111 หลายเดือนก่อน
"Whitsundays Remastered" is a remastered version of the classical-electronic fusion that includes a concert Fazioli piano played by myself William Preat in the Sydney Conservatorium, alongside cello played by Daniel G and viola played by Sonyaviolist backed by a mix of ambient synthesiser and granular delay pads. The piece depicts the beautiful emotions brought by the Whitsunday Islands on the ...
Black Water (Offical Music Visualiser)
มุมมอง 16811 หลายเดือนก่อน
An experimental explosion of textures and colour, "Black Water" explores a unique combination of electro-acoustic sounds, including analog synthesisers, electric guitar, live drum kit, piano and more to replicate the psychedelic near-death experience underwent when a random individual with a gas mask kills you in a dystopian world and your life flashes before your eyes. Spotify: open.spotify.co...
I Want To Do Something Crazy With My Life
มุมมอง 372ปีที่แล้ว
LISTEN TO "USED" NOW distrokid.com/hyperfollow/williampreat/used Thanks for watching, this video was a bit more personal and I am trying to share more about myself, have a great day/night! Links to socials and music! Instagram: williampreat_ Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/2jlzx... Apple Music: music.apple.com/au/artist/wil... Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@williampreat Laylo: laylo.co...
Making Music in the Middle East (sampling) 🇶🇦
มุมมอง 234ปีที่แล้ว
Making Music in the Middle East (sampling) 🇶🇦
Whitsundays (Offical Music Video)
มุมมอง 314ปีที่แล้ว
Whitsundays (Offical Music Video)
Solo Travelling 3 Continents at 18 Years Old
มุมมอง 754ปีที่แล้ว
Solo Travelling 3 Continents at 18 Years Old

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  • @user-ur1uv9ff2t
    @user-ur1uv9ff2t 10 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    hi! this video was truly and honestly so beautiful and inspiring, i hope you feel at home in finland and find lots of meaningful places and stories here! as a finn, your video also inspired me and made me think as i've also sometimes felt lost about my identity and where i belong.

  • @catalinapereyrarodriguez2206
    @catalinapereyrarodriguez2206 วันที่ผ่านมา

    oh this was beautiful and i could relate so much to it! i moved from a warm country too to Iceland at 22 so i feel you. uncertainty is hard but the rewards are unthinkable. i believe that no matter what, we can be happy anywhere since it comes from within us. may you have a happy life

  • @iida5413
    @iida5413 วันที่ผ่านมา

    You should try also Fazer salmiakki chocolate bar or what’s sold in pharmacy, Apteekin salmiakkirasia, they’re my favorite ones

    • @iida5413
      @iida5413 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Also the colorful tyrskisk peber (turkin pippuri) are soo good too

  • @anakinskywalker1509
    @anakinskywalker1509 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Jesus loves y’all

  • @sirron2929
    @sirron2929 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    How did you get your residency for Finland? What was the process like?

    • @WilliamPreat
      @WilliamPreat 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Working holiday visa for Finland! Very simple process just needed enough funds to support myself initially and other requirements.

    • @sirron2929
      @sirron2929 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

      ​@@WilliamPreat Oh nice I thought you had moved there permanently. Have a great time!

  • @monkeyyy125
    @monkeyyy125 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

    cinematography is getting insane at this point. Great video keep up the work

    • @WilliamPreat
      @WilliamPreat 3 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you so much for that, really appreciate it ❤️

  • @LuciusSimonsen
    @LuciusSimonsen 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    How do you get that grain effect??

  • @VifuBun
    @VifuBun 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    This video makes me genuinely happy as a finnish person and i'm so happy to hear that someone else has made a decision to come live in Finland. You´re so very welcome in Finland William!!! 🥰😁💘You might even be finnish in the heart hehe.

  • @IsMiseLucas
    @IsMiseLucas 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I'll be doing this soon exactly moving to Finland from the UK - I wish you all the best William and will follow you on your journeys :)

  • @Abdinio-everything
    @Abdinio-everything 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

    whats the song @6:04

  • @BuildVFX
    @BuildVFX 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

    What an impressive feat man. At 19 I was still SO SO SO fresh. Only at 22 have i taken my first little trip and that felt kinda crazy. congratulations on your success man

  • @johanmanochio9970
    @johanmanochio9970 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

    this video editing choices gives me life is strange vibes

  • @AddictedGamer-tt6xn
    @AddictedGamer-tt6xn 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Beauty lies in the eyes of the beholder... :).... Love Norway too

  • @byronbrunsonjr
    @byronbrunsonjr 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

    whats the song? @2:13

    • @WilliamPreat
      @WilliamPreat 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

      It’s a remix I made using the vocals off of “talk” by foglake, not released just something I made for the video!

  • @zenitsu6964
    @zenitsu6964 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

    It was my life long dream to live in a beautiful country side village with the love of my life. I thought Lauterbrunnen in Switzerland would be perfect But i am just some poor boy in a third world country. Still dreaming I dont if i would accomplish my dream. But I am soo happy that u did. so young... at that (I turned 20 this Sept)

  • @piya-mia
    @piya-mia 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

    this video is so so good. i dont have good enough words to describe but i have to say the cinematography and visuals made me feel something. im so happy you took this big risk and were so adventurous at this age - im 20 right now and i feel like we should have a sense of urgency when it comes to pursuing our dreams so we can cross those barriers earlier

  • @franklinhenson2279
    @franklinhenson2279 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Just keep a smile. Keep on trying.

  • @mixxxedtv
    @mixxxedtv 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

    please keep making videos my man, your art is amazing speaks for itself, keep investing in yourself and exploring life possibilities.

    • @WilliamPreat
      @WilliamPreat 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you so much, this comment means so much ❤️

  • @hariranormal5584
    @hariranormal5584 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    as a another, very lonely 19yo, wow. amazing man. cool to see how much others my age can do!

  • @jackledgerdowse
    @jackledgerdowse 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

    You made this and scored it too?? What the heck. So good dude.

    • @WilliamPreat
      @WilliamPreat 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you so much man, all scored and made by myself!

  • @ronskuiVonbest
    @ronskuiVonbest 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

    i hope god sends lovely finnish hippies to you or something :) they are the best and i can say you became to love south finnish culture very fast there <3

  • @Zeut_L
    @Zeut_L 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

    what do you do for work? how did you manage to get the money to do this, i have a dream very similar.

  • @survivalstanzuk
    @survivalstanzuk 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

    bro im exactly doing this

  • @Wait_dude
    @Wait_dude 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Dude,s livin my dream life

  • @dannyhodgdon6040
    @dannyhodgdon6040 13 วันที่ผ่านมา

    hell yeah man i’m 19 as well im moving to norway when i can

  • @TheCurtainLift
    @TheCurtainLift 14 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Not a fan of the tone but I dig the playing

  • @mart_0406
    @mart_0406 14 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I'll do the (kinda opposite) you did, moving from Europe to Australia or NZ. Living in a rural Portuguese environment for 18 years really made me wonder what "living in a big deal Anglophone country" would be like, I wanna know what it's like at least once in my life. Not moving to the UK/US because they sound too insane/dangerous for me.

  • @TheKeystoneChannel
    @TheKeystoneChannel 15 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Ah, Salmiak, we have that in The Netherlands too, I love it!

  • @Insightmovieflix
    @Insightmovieflix 16 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I bought my own groceries for the first time at 19 years old

  • @ewfjow90uf27
    @ewfjow90uf27 17 วันที่ผ่านมา

    beautiful video. do you speak finnish now?

  • @elecro-bolt1721
    @elecro-bolt1721 17 วันที่ผ่านมา

    As a czech this motivated me to move to country i always wanted to

  • @formulejedna7370
    @formulejedna7370 17 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Nice video man, i also want to move to Finland one day. I would like to ask, what camera do you use? And that graining effect is made by some filter or original from camera? Thank you so much.

  • @olemartin2164
    @olemartin2164 17 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I am 18 from Norway and really want to travel to crazy places like Egypt and marocco. But How do you plan everything when you solo travel? And How can you afford everything? Best video ever!

    • @yassirkhay
      @yassirkhay 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      most impotant thing is the flight ticket (cheap depending of the seasons for Morocco) and accommodation i usually use hostelworld, Booking or Airbnb. for the activeties (in Europe I book a free walking tour tape it in google) but in other countries like my country Morocco you can start with the old city after that just check 10 thg/places to do. for financing all this i usually allocate a monthly budget travel on the side. good luck !

  • @PinoBooba
    @PinoBooba 18 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I did not expect my usual route I have been taking for 4 years to show up at 2:00

  • @notstephennn
    @notstephennn 19 วันที่ผ่านมา

    you look like a russian music artist "sharlot" i swear

  • @Jay7roha
    @Jay7roha 19 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I am also a nineteen year old who just moved to finland . Its been about two months now, and I miss my friends and family every now and then , but i am really glad i did this move. Your thoughts and feelings deeply resonates with me . Also , your videography is ethreal . THANK YOUUUU.

    • @WilliamPreat
      @WilliamPreat 18 วันที่ผ่านมา

      This means so much to me, I really send my best wishes to you ❤️

    • @Jay7roha
      @Jay7roha 17 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@WilliamPreat thank you. Wishing you the very best too!🤍

  • @firezeroreputation7803
    @firezeroreputation7803 20 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Great work, William! Not a finn(just another immigrant who've been living in Finland for last 2 years), but still this video made my day a little brighter. Thank you and keep going!

  • @Mrponjikkara0
    @Mrponjikkara0 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Bro, I'm also planning to move to finland in 2025 , in my 18th birthday, from Kerala, India

  • @MH115-
    @MH115- 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

    10:48 vaajakoski mainittu

  • @tristanheath4037
    @tristanheath4037 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Greetings from Kentucky! This video came at such a perfect time. I'm 17 and want to move to Germany. This is so encouraging and beautiful. Thank you for the insight.

  • @razzy1
    @razzy1 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Scandinavian Climate just feels like a place where you can actually live. Australia feels hostile, there's no fun. You can't just go enjoy the country side. Hope I can live in Scandinavia for a few years, I don't know if I want to live in Australia my whole life.

  • @physis8981
    @physis8981 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Wonderful video! How did you create the grainy effect?

  • @MichalMrázek33
    @MichalMrázek33 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

    respect!

  • @chaaly1088
    @chaaly1088 26 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Come to Holland habibi I want you to play guitar for me

  • @motherfucker42069
    @motherfucker42069 26 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Beautiful video! I grew up in an area around St. Petersburg so I can relate to you being so fascinated by the nature, and those small Finnish towns feel absolutely special for somebody who's been living in a big city your whole life. However, I can't help but wonder whether you'll change your mind come winter 🤣🤣 Good luck on your journey, being an immigrant myself I can relate to the struggle of living in an unfamiliar place. Perhaps the hunger for the new will catch up with you yet again and a few years from now you'll be somewhere else entirely, that's what happened to me anyway. After all, starting your life from scratch is only scary for the first time - once unfamiliarity itself becomes a familiar idea, you might even find it difficult to stop.

  • @JacobMarsh7
    @JacobMarsh7 26 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Finland looks like a beautiful country, I'd love to visit one day.

  • @zangasperic11
    @zangasperic11 27 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Hey man! Just got accepted to my dream UNI here and am moving in less then two months. Watching your video was really nice, I could really feel your excitement for life when you started talking with the phone in hand. Thanks for the video.

  • @IckyFlickytheguy
    @IckyFlickytheguy 27 วันที่ผ่านมา

    How did you choose where to go to?

  • @hieuhoang9956
    @hieuhoang9956 27 วันที่ผ่านมา

    your video deserve more views

  • @jancoscholtz
    @jancoscholtz 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thanks for sharing your video. This was inspiring. Starting my traveling journey soon !