The Singing Quilt

Groups of people often work on quilts to tell the story of their community. This project involved representing the community and its people in song – thus a "singing quilt". A new work for choir and percussion was commissioned from Robertson composer, Andrew Ford, based on the theme of people coming to the Wingecarribee over time, with the environment as the constant. The lyrics were drawn from interviews with local people which also formed another layer of the piece via a spoken word backing track. A third layer was provided by a percussion ensemble. The work was performed by 8 local choirs forming a combined choir. There were 2 performances at the Bundanoon Memorial Hall which was decorated with quilts by the local Quilters Guild.

• Cultural Officer

  Jenny Kena ()

• Award Category

  Programs Projects and Partnerships – Division B

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