Guest Speakers 

Warren Kennedy

October Guest Speaker

Michael Atherton AM

Never Miss a Beat: 

A literary-musical talk featuring readings, images, songs, and instrumentals on rare and curious instruments.  

Emeritus Professor Michael Atherton AM - an internationally recognised musician, composer, author, and educator, with broad interests and expertise in ancient and early music, the Asia-Pacific region, and music therapy. His publications include a recent memoir, Never Miss a Beat, and A Coveted Possession: the rise and fall of the piano in Australia. Michael continues to promote music and writing as a bridge between cultures, ideas, and human experiences.