Fred Smith in Concert - OCTOBER 18

Fred Smith writes songs. Some of them are sad. Some of them are funny. Some of them are sad and funny. Some of them are quite serious. They have melodies and stories you can remember - that stay with you and keep you company. Fred’s songs reflect the world he has seen in what, so far, has been a messy and interesting life. He was the subject of an Australian Story documentary feature about his experiences in Afghanistan and Bougainville. His book, The Dust of Uruzgan, was published by Allen and Unwin.

An easy raconteur with a deep catalogue of great songs, Fred and band never repeat a song from set to set at a festival. His solo albums and collaborative recordings with Liz Frencham and The Spooky Men's Chorale are on many people’s ‘best ever’ lists. His songs capture the human complexities of the countries he has worked in - Afghanistan, Papua New Guinea, the USA, and lately Australia – with poetry that is wry, tender and comprehending.

BYO drinks and nibblies. Tea and coffee served.

FRED SMITH IN CONCERT
7:30PM, SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10
MORTDALE VILLAGE HALL
113 VICTORIA AVENUE, MORTDALE

Kids in for free.

No need to print tickets. Your name will be at the door!