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Artist Biography
Peter Sculthorpe (born 1929, Launceston, Tasmania) was the most internationally prominent Australian composer to emerge in the second half of the 20th century. Sculthorpe incorporated a number of influences in his music, including European modernism; Aboriginal chant; the traditional musics of Japan, Tibet, and Ghana; and Balinese Gamelan. His music is frequently characterized by exotic instrumental sonorities, slowly evolving soundscapes, melodic lyricism, and a strong rhythmic drive. Among his most important works are his series: Irkanda, for various ensembles; Sun Music, for orchestra; Small City for chamber ensemble; and his many string quartets, particularly No. 11, Jabiru Dreaming.
Hometown
Launceston, Tasmania
Genre
Classical