Peter Sculthorpe Death
Peter passed away on August 8, 2014 at the age of 85.
When did Peter Sculthorpe die?
August 8, 2014How old was Peter Sculthorpe when died?
85
Peter Sculthorpe Birthday and Date of Death
Peter Sculthorpe was born on April 29, 1929 and died on August 8, 2014. Peter was 85 years old at the time of death.
Birthday: April 29, 1929
Date of Death: August 8, 2014
Age at Death: 85
Is Peter Sculthorpe's father, Joshua Sculthorpe, dead or alive?
Joshua Sculthorpe's information is not available now.
Is Peter Sculthorpe's mother, Edna, dead or alive?
Edna's information is not available now.
Peter Sculthorpe - Biography
Peter Joshua Sculthorpe AO was an Australian composer. Much of his music resulted from an interest in the music of Australia's neighbours as well as from the impulse to bring together aspects of native Australian music with that of the heritage of the West. He was known primarily for his orchestral and chamber music, such as Kakadu and Earth Cry (1986), which evoke the sounds and feeling of the Australian bushland and outback. He also wrote 18 string quartets, using unusual timbral effects, works for piano, and two operas. He stated that he wanted his music to make people feel better and happier for having listened to it. He typically avoided the dense, atonal techniques of many of his contemporary composers. His work was often distinguished by its distinctive use of percussion.
