[Sculthorpe, Peter (composer) : programs and related material collected by the National Library of Australia]
- Bib ID:
- 3530974
- Format:
- Book
- Description:
- 1 box of programs and miscellaneous pieces.
- Series:
- Australian performing arts programs and ephemera (PROMPT) collection
- Summary:
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Material in the Australian performing arts programs and ephemera (PROMPT) collection consists of programs and related items for Australian performing arts organisations, Australian artists performing overseas, professional productions performed in Australia (including those featuring overseas performers) and overseas performances of Australian plays, music, etc.
- Biography/History:
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Peter Joshua Sculthorpe AO OBE (29 April 1929 - 8 August 2014) was an Australian composer. He was known primarily for his orchestral and chamber music, such as Kakadu (1988) and Earth Cry (1986), which evoke the sounds and feeling of the Australian bushland and outback. He also wrote two operas, works for piano and 18 string quartets. His work was often distinguished by its distinctive use of percussion, Asian influences and incorporated Indigenous motifs.
- Index/Finding Aid Note:
- This collection is featured in the Guide to Australian Performing Arts Programs and Ephemera (PROMPT) Collections in the National Library of Australia
- Subject:
- Terms of Use:
- Copyright restrictions may apply.
- Copyright:
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In Copyright
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- Reason for copyright status:
- Until 10069 [Created/Published Date + 70 Years]
Copyright status was determined using the following information:
- Material type:
- Literary, dramatic or musical work
- Published status:
- Unpublished
- Creation date:
- 9999
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