One of Australia's best-known composers, Ross Edwards' distinctive sound world combines shapes and patterns drawn from nature with a variety of musical resources which reflect and celebrate Australia's cultural diversity.

In his maninya (dance/chant) pieces he has tried to restore to 'serious' music such qualities as lightness, spontaneity and the impulse to dance. His belief in the healing power of music is reflected in a series of profoundly contemplative works influenced by birdsong and the mysterious polyphony of summer insects.

His compositions include the internationally acclaimed 'Dawn Mantras', which ushered in the new millennium from the sails of the Sydney Opera House and is now set to be heard again at the next World Expo.

Dawn Mantras is a specialised work using voice and instruments such as the shakuhachi, saxophone and didjeridu. The work is published by ABC Music Publishing.

For more information about Ross Edwards and a complete catalogue of his works visit his website:
www.rossedwards.com

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