Forging his own unique sound, didgeridoo virtuoso and composer William Barton has introduced a refreshing new voice to Australian classical music. Steve Dow talks to Barton about his many projects, including a new opera about former footballer Adam Goodes, and discusses his significance with musical leaders Deborah Cheetham and Simone Young.
At our café table, the didgeridoo master, composer, guitar player and vocalist William Barton has lined up two post-workout “recovery” juices and a cappuccino. The Kalkadunga man has been at the gym since 6:45 this morning with his personal trainer. Trim and alert days after flying from Italy back to Sydney, he’ll be off to the sauna soon.
The sauna reminds Barton a little of a ceremonial sweat lodge used by...
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