Male Voices: Stories of Boys Learning Through Making Music; Scott D Harrison (ed); ACER Press, 2009

Finally, a book has culminated as a synthesis of his work and that of 12 others, all of whom arel working in similar spheres. The co-contributors represent some of the finest music educators working with boys, such as Clare Hall, Anne Lierse, Paul Holley and Robert Smith. It is one of the most important additions … Read more

Don Bradman: The Music He Loved. ABC 532 2945

He was our greatest cricketer, known by all Australians, but few realised that Sir Donald Bradman (1908-2001) was also a keen musician. In a world first, ABC Classics have joined forces with the Bradman family to release a 2 CD set of tracks drawn largely from the great icon’s private collection and sheet music. In … Read more

Richard Gill: The young person’s guide to the orchestra … is lacking

If you are interested in reading more about the national curriculum and the music education debate, click onto Richard Gill’s article in The Sydney Morning Herald (Sept 2009): http://www.smh.com.au/news/entertainment/arts/the-young-persons-guide-to-the-orchestra-8230-is-lacking/2009/09/01/1251570708614.html