The Big Note
The Big Note
Plato told us “Music gives a soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination and life to everything.” Napolean Bonaparte said “Music is what tells us that the human race is greater than we realise" Frank Zappa simply said “Music Is The Best” Have you ever wondered exactly what Music is? Where does it come from, who defines it and what does it mean to us? "The Big Note" goes …Social links:
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The Big Note Episode #122 - Happy New Year!
Episode #122 - Happy New Year! For the Big Note's return to the airwaves for 2026 I was planning on outlining some of what we would be covering discussion-wise in upcoming episodes, but could barely hear myself think due to nearby wood-chippers, so played mostly music instead! We bow our heads to …
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The Big Note Is Away - But Will Return
The Big Note is having a break over the holiday season and will return on the 21st of January 2026. I take no responsibility for any of the tracks Larry Lyrebird may have played between 0900 - 1100 on Wednesday mornings in my absence!
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The Big Note - On A Break!
The Big Note is having a break over the holiday season and will return on the 21st of January 2026. I take no responsibility for any of the tracks Larry Lyrebird may have played between 0900 - 1100 on Wednesday mornings in my absence!
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The Big Note Is Away For A Bit.
The Big Note is having a break over the holiday season and will return on the 21st of January 2026. I take no responsibility for any of the tracks Larry Lyrebird may have played between 0900 - 1100 on Wednesday mornings in my absence!
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The Big Note is on Holidays
The Big Note is having a break over the holiday season and will return on the 21st of January 2026. I take no responsibility for any of the tracks Larry Lyrebird may have played between 0900 - 1100 on Wednesday mornings in my absence!
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The Big Note Is Taking A Break
The Big Note is having a break over the holiday season and will return on the 21st of January 2026. I take no responsibility for any of the tracks Larry Lyrebird may have played between 0900 - 1100 on Wednesday mornings in my absence!
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The Big Note Episode #121 - 2025 Wrap-Up
For 2025's last episode [#121] of The Big Note I wrap up the year by revisiting some of the topics we covered and as usual, play some excellent & eclectic music along the way! Thanks for listening in 2025! I'm on a Summer Break until the New Year now. I hope everyone stays safe, healthy and happy u…
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The Big Note Episode #120 - Scenius and Elsewhere
For episode #120 of The Big Note we spin some new music for you on this sunny (yay!) Wednesday morning! We'll also talk about experimental, out-there music & culture and the concept of "scenius" touching on the Naarm/Melbourne "Scen[ius]" and some of it's roots tracing back to the 1970's University…
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The Big Note Episode #119 Oz Music Month [Week 4]
On the 4th week of Oz Music Month I wax lyrical about some great artists I have seen play live recently as well as some I haven't but will if I get the chance! I speak in particular about Liz Stringer's wonderful gig at The Corner last Friday night and Liz's efforts to raise awareness of homelessne…
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The Big Note Episode #118 - Oz Music Month [Week 3] Psychedelic, Shoegaze and More
It's week 3 of Oz Music month & I'm in the mood to play some (all Australian) Psychedelia, Shoegaze & related music today. I talk a bit about the history of these genres as well. PLAYLIST: * Meteor - Charm of Finches [14-11-25] * Everything That Exists Anywhere - All India Radio from “The Unified…
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