Mary Wade: Convict and Pioneer: (Wind Quintet)

A collection of pieces, arranged for wind quintet (with the flute player doubling on piccolo), reflecting the life of Mary Wade. Mary at the age of 11 or 13 was sent to Australia as a convict and lived to the age of 84 becoming one of the early Australian settlers. The pieces can be played separately or together. 0.00 Mary, Mary, Quite Contrary 1:15 Bound for Botany Bay 2:31 Malbrooke (For He's a Jolly Good Fellow) 3:38 The Rogue's March 4:34 Song of Australia beginning with a short interlude inspired by the Aboriginal didgeridoo and clap sticks. Included is also program notes on the songs and how they relate to her life.

Composer: Traditional, Carl Linger

Arranger: Fiona Hickie