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Eroded Hills

from Songs In The Key Of Green by Ecopella

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Judith Wright's stark description of the New England Tablelands of Northern NSW reminds us that clearing trees for agriculture was the precursor to the region's problem with Eucalypt dieback.

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These hills my father's father stripped
And beggars to the winter wind
They crouch like shoulders, naked and whipped
Humble, abandoned, out of mind

Of their scant creeks I drank once
And ate sour cherries from old trees
Found in their gullies fruiting by chance
Neither fruit nor water gave my mind ease

I dream of hills bandaged in snow
Their eyelids clenched to keep out fear
When the last leaf and bird go
Let my thoughts stand like trees here
Let my thoughts stand

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from Songs In The Key Of Green, released September 10, 2020
Words: Judith Wright, 1950
Music: Christina Mimmocchi, 2003

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Miguel Heatwole Sydney, Australia

Miguel’s a versatile singer, choral director & composer. His interests include folk & world music, political satire, the environment, trade unionism & the responsible enjoyment of alcohol. His songwriting embraces themes like peace & justice, the family cat, & visceral passionate attraction. His enthusiasm for recording community singing has let many people share the power of their songs. ... more

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