SCULTHORPE: Sun Music

Peter Sculthorpe (1929-)

Adelaide Symphony Orchestra
David Porcelijn, conductor

Peter Sculthorpe has written works in most musical forms, and his output relates easily to the unique social climate and physical characteristics of Australia. Furthermore, his country's geographical position has caused him to be influenced by much of the music of Asia, especially that of Japan and Indonesia. Certainly he is Australia's best-known composer, and his works are regularly performed and recorded throughout the world. His work is discussed in Michael Hannan, Peter Sculthorpe: His Music and Ideas 1929-1979, in Deborah Hayes, Peter Sculthorpe, A BioBibliography, and in his memoirs, Sun Music.