This collection of poetic gems by Valerie Dawson is centred on places, sporting events, people and animals important to this patriotic poet/songwriter. Written in an 'imagery' style, many of these odes later became songs.
This Collection of Poetic Gems is centred on places, sporting events, people and animals that are important to this patriotic poet/songwriter. Written in an 'imagery' style, many of these odes started life as a song.
These treasures denote a vast respect for Australia, our military, our sports, and Australian cultural icons, like Winx and the Sydney Olympics.
Songs such as The America's Cup Waltz (and its poem) now reside in Australia's Maritime Museum, having also been received with gratitude by Prince Philip and the Queen.
Valerie Dawson has been writing poems and songs for 30 years, and giving them voice with music teacher Doreen Cobin. Valerie is born of pioneering stock and her odes resonate with her love of Queensland and respect for the armed forces who served in the great wars. She's got 11 grandchildren, five great-grandchildren and made 15 songs on CD. She gives her songs freely to both the State tourism and the British Royal family.
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