Sound & Waves program features uniquely Western Australian Stories

Intertwined with beautiful classical pieces inspired by the sea, Sound & Waves features uniquely Western Australian stories.
During the evening you will hear enchanting tales from;
Lesley Meaney – The first woman ever to swim the Rottnest Channel in 1969, making the 19.7km crossing from Natural Jetty to North Mole.
Peter Dudding – A life at sea as a Merchant Captain, Peter shares his experiences and stories about his journeys to the deep oceans.
John Longley – From being a young boy sailing in dinghies on the Swan River to winning America’s Cup in 1983, a title defended by the United States for 132 years
Charitha Pattiaratchi – A Professor at UWA Oceans Institute, Chari has dedicated his life to uncovering the mysteries of the deep blue sea. A leader in his industry, he was part of the search for the missing MH370 flight.
Mark “Hillsy” Hills – Lifetime surfer, Hillsy knew at an early age he wanted to work in surfing full time and shares the influence Yallingup beach has had on his life.
Ian Scott – A lifetime member of Surfing Life Saver WA, Ian shares harrowing tales of being a lifesaver and the challenges the seas bring with high tides and stormy weather.
Program:
1. George Gershwin, Lullaby
2. Malcolm Arnold, Three Shanties
- Allegro con brio
- Allegretto semplice
- Allegro Vivace
3. Ross Edwards, Water Spirit Song
Performed by Sophie Curtis on the Cello and dedicated to Taryn Fiebig
4. Nigel Westlake, Ocean Sun Fish – WA Premiere
5. Antonio Vivaldi, Tempesta Di Mare
Soloist Margaret Blades on the Violin
INTERVAL
6. John Butler, Ocean
Performed by Rick Webster on the Guitar
7. Sean Tinnion, Ocean Whispers – World Premiere
Conducted by Kate Milligan
8. Ross Edwards, Laughing Moon
- Ecstatic Dance
- Moon Song
- Clapping Dance
9. Katie Noonan, The Surfer
Solo Soprano Brianna Louwen
10. Rebecca Erin Smith. Clepsydra – Ocean topography, original works and World Premiere
Art displayed was created by Lousie Farnay
Piece: Peggy Glanville-Hicks, Sinfonia Pacifica – WA Premiere
- Recitativo, Lento Tranquillo
Conducted by Kate Milligan
Musicians
Violin 1 – Margaret Blades, Teresa Vinci, Andrea Mendham
Violin 2 – Pascale Whiting, Jasmine Skinner, Ruth Klien Cook
Viola 1 – Kathy Potter, Christian Read
Cello – Sophie Curtis, Krista Low
Bass – Kirsty Collins
Flute – Diane Riddell
Clarinet – Cath Cahill
Oboe – Stephanie Nicholls
Bassoon – Joanne Littlely
Horn – Wendy Tait
Percussion – Paul Tanner
Guitar – Rick Webster
Vocal Soloist – Brianna Louwen
Conductor – Kate Milligan
Artistic Planning – Bourby Webster and Jonty Coy