Symphony of Australia. The First Musical History of Our Nation

Cover Type: Hardcover
Book Condition: Fine
Jacket Condition: Fine
Publisher: The Symphony Of Australia
Publisher Place: Australia
Publisher Year: 2013
Edition: Second Edition

Description: 102 pages. Book and Jacket appear to have hardly been read and are both in Fine condition throughout. The only exception is a medium sized inscription to the inside page. Includes CD.

Publishers Description: This 102 page full colour book brings you a fresh perspective on Australias history as reflected in Gavin Lockleys epic "Symphony of Australia". Included in the book is a 50 minute audio CD, the premier recording of the Symphony by the Sydney Symphony Orchestra. Each of the six movements of the Symphony are explained in words and pictures in each of the six chapters of the book, bringing our nations history to life, graphically and musically. A memorable reading, learning and listening experience for popular classical music lovers of all ages. First movement - "Dreamtime" -- the visions, beliefs and stories of Australias first people . Second movement - "The Ships" -- the arrival of The First Fleet and the very early days of colonial settlement. Third movement - "Red Centre" -- exploration of our continent and the extraordinary story of Burke and Wills. Fourth movement - "Pie Jesu" -- a lament for all Australians whose lives have been sacrificed in wars. Fifth movement - "Immigration Scherzo" -- a celebration of Australias unique multicultural identity. Sixth movement - "My Country Australia" -- a rousing anthem based on Dorothea Mackellars verse.

ISBN: 9780980408027