Been There Done That

8 Nov 2016

W.Carlos, A.Morely, Tchaikovsky, Remembrance Day, Em Rusciano

Book, Gay, History, Music, transgender, War

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W.Carlos, A.Morely, Tchaikovsky, Remembrance Day, Em Rusciano

This week, we initially discuss the wider definition of sexuality, the un-parachuted skydiver and Wham.

We celebrate birthdays of trans-musicians Wendy Carlos and Angela Morely – Wendy (US) was famous for classical music in the 1970s played on newly developing synthesisers under both identities; Angela was famous before transition as a prolific composer of British light music and BBC themes, then continuing her musical life composing for modern cinema and TV.

We remember the life and work of classical Russian composer Peter Illyich Tchaikovsky, who died 6/11/1883.

We remember the wartime sacrifices of youth on Remembrance Day 11 November, as well as other local events – The Dismissal of Prime Minister Gough Whitlam, and the hanging of bushranger Ned Kelly.

Gordon interviews comedienne and singer, Em Rusciano, about her new book “Try Hard – Tales from the Life of a Needy Overachiever”.

Plus some trivia and mirth and much more ….