CANBERRA-based songwriter Fred Smith together with Liz Frencham and Carl Pannuzzo will play an intimate concert in Point Lonsdale next week.<\/p>\n
Organised by the Lighthouse Arts Collective, Fred, Liz (vocals and double bass) and Carl (piano & percussion) will perform songs from Fred\u2019s extensive back catalogue along with new material from his most recent release Warries.<\/p>\n
Fred\u2019s double career \u2013 as a musician and a political advisor for the Australian Defence Forces has seen him spend the last 20 years working on peacekeeping missions in Afghanistan and the South Pacific.<\/p>\n
The impact of this experience resulting in a rich catalogue of songs that powerfully capture the many confronting, humorous and heart-wrenching stories that can accompany a country at war.<\/p>\n
In amongst his involvement with the Australian Defence Forces, Fred toured extensively through America and is a familiar face on the Australian festival circuit.<\/p>\n
He has released close to eight records, predominately working solo although more recently he has collaborated with Liz and the Spooky Men’s Chorale.<\/p>\n
ABC TV\u2019s Australian Story ran a feature on Fred’s work as a diplomat and songwriter.<\/p>\n
The feature was watched by more than one million viewers and was one of the most popular programs in the history of the series.<\/p>\n
The concert will be held at New Hall, 11 Kirk Road, Point Lonsdale on Friday, May 3 at 7pm. Tickets cost $25 pre-booked or $30 at the door (subject to availability).<\/p>\n