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Homespun songs from Australia . . .

Elizabeth Sheppard

As an Australian composer and singer, I make music that’s deeply engaged with, and inspired by, the vast, wonderful country that has always nourished and sustained my people. My music records and celebrates the everyday lived experience of my generation, … Continue reading Homespun songs from Australia . . .

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Overcoming creative challenges at ANU . . .

Elizabeth Sheppard

Negotiating last year’s Australian election, surviving the New Year bushfire and hail crisis, and being suddenly plunged into unprecedented nationwide pandemic health precautions, posed challenges for creative work of any kind, including my craft of composition. But Australian composers are … Continue reading Overcoming creative challenges at ANU . . .