As the days grow warmer thoughts of the summer fire danger season come vividly to mind. Many people are still recovering from the devastation of last summer’s fires, they are very anxious and wondering how they can cope emotionally with the threat of this coming summer.

“Getting Fire Ready Songs” is a way to help people of all ages, to express and share their deep feelings about the fire danger. Music and singing are very powerful experiences; they enable us to share our feelings as a united community. Young musicians and songwriters are already busy writing new songs and music pieces that explore the issues around this demanding time of year. Songs that help people to prepare on the inside of themselves, giving them strength and confidence to be ready for summer.

The Getting Fire Ready flash clip features fire photographs by photographer Ford Kristo. Ford has been a bushfire fighter for over 25 years and was awarded the National Medal for firefighting. The sound was contributed to the Peace Song Tapestries soundclips by musical director Dr Thomas Fitzgerald