Elly’s Lament

A Song For The Times

I have made this song available to download for free. If you wish to show your support, you can also purchase the song for $5 or $10.

You can also use the donation link below if you choose.

All funds raised support me to undertake my Memoir Project as I reconnect with family as I explore my, and my family’s, stories.

“After the referendum I find it is particularly important to separate ‘cultural engagement’ with mainstream Australia from social and private time as the load is now heavier.

This song is my way of highlighting protocols as we navigate this difficult time.

Quite simply, although every question and conversation is important, please respect that there is a time and a place.”

In recording this song I'd like to acknowledge assistance from the Koala Resistance Front, The Palms Band Room in Lawson, and Rolling Stock Records in Melbourne.

Thanks to my family for their help with Elly’s Lament. The Didj was played by Mitchell (Didj) Chatfield, my Son. The Clapsticks were played by Lamayah Chatfield, my Granddaughter. The clapsticks were made by Becky Chatfield, my Daughter.