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Surf music – in praise of strings, sand and the endless swell

  • Written by John Willsteed, Senior lecturer, Queensland University of Technology
Surf music – in praise of strings, sand and the endless swellA poster for the 1963 film Beach Party. Alta Vista Productions

The first tune I ever wrote – a proper tune, with an intro, verses, choruses and a middle bit – was a surfing instrumental.

I have always been a pretty crappy singer, and I figured that the guitar could sing for me (I know, I know). But like anyone who grew up in the 60s this...

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