More Than a Musician: The Life of E Harold Davies by Doreen Bridges

Book Description

Secondhand. Very good condition. Minor wear to book corners and edges. Inscribed by author.

Living astride two centuries, EHD, as he was known, was an intriguing mixture of Victorian conservatism and 20th century progressiveness.

He instigated the foundation of the South Australian Orchestra. His many ABC broadcasts explored a range of ideas, embracing philosophy and sociology as well as music, and the Federal Government consulted him on the role of the ABC.

EHD's pioneering studies of Aboriginal songs during expeditions to the outback led to his election as a Fellow of the Royal Society of South Australia. His breadth was unique among his musical peers.

The story of a man who wanted to study science or medicine but was apprenticed as an architect and ultimately became the first Australian Doctor of Music.