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Composers - Australian - 2008
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29 November 2008
29/11/2008
This week: a centenary, a revival and a prize-winning Australian composer. December 10 marks the centenary of the birth of Olivier Messiaen, one of the most individual and influential composers of the 20th century; we discuss his musical significance with biographer Peter Hill. We also talk to Chas Rader-Shieber who is directing Pinchgut Opera's production of David and Jonathan by Charpentier. It's the Australian premiere of this piece, which had its world premiere in Paris in 1688. And we talk to composer Damian Barbeler about recent performances and successes. This week's podcast interview is Damian Barbeler.
