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A collection of performances by the Melbourne String Ensemble of new works by First Nations Australian Composers inspired by Seasons of Country. These works were commissioned by Melbourne String Ensemble as part of The Seasons Project. Also included are performances of the Boonwurrung Welcome song which has featured as the opening piece in The Seasons Project concerts. This song was commissioned by the Boon Wurrung Foundation and the Footscray Community Arts Centre for the Due West Festival in 2019 and later arranged for Melbourne String Ensembles as part of The Seasons Project in 2022.The Seasons Project Conceived in 2021 with the aim of broadening our understanding and representation of Indigenous seasons, The Seasons Project commissions new works inspired by the diverse seasons of Country in Australia. These works are curated within performance and education programs, inviting audiences to explore the narratives and cultural significance of the seasons. By delving into the perceptions and stories surrounding each season, the project offers an opportunity to deepen connections to culture and the environment. The Seasons Project premiered in 2022 with a collection of season-inspired works for string orchestra, composed by First Nations artists. These compositions were paired in performance with Vivaldi’s Four Seasons, creating a dialogue between traditional and contemporary perspectives. The works were commissioned and performed by The Melbourne String Ensemble.Original Concept Caitlin Williams. Developed and realised by Caitlin Williams, Creative Producer and Fintan Murphy, MSE Artistic Director & Conductor.Composers: William Barton, Brenda Gifford, James Henry, Christopher Sansbury, Aaron Wyatthttps://mse.org.au/programs/seasons-p...