Greta Bradman: Creative Spirits, Massive Hearts
As seen in the recent bushfire crisis, artists and arts workers are among the first to do their bit to help raise funds. Sincere gratitude to them for their courage and generosity.
March 12, 2020
Greta Bradman
Greta Bradman is regular columnist with Limelight, an Australian soprano who across the last ten years has sung extensively through the UK, Europe, Asia Pacific and USA. Greta has been an active ambassador for Australian living composers and artists, and for the support of a range of arts-related initiatives, organisations and institutions including ambassadorship and fundraising. As of 2019 onwards, Greta is singing less in order to spend more time speaking, writing and researching. Greta presents Weekend Mornings on ABC Classic, including interviewing guests such as Tim Minchin, Julia Zemiro, HRH Prince Andrew and Maggie Beer. She is a keynote speaker and also publicly interviews guests live in-conversation.
Articles by Greta Bradman
Music and Loneliness at Christmas
Christmas can be a difficult time for many, writes psychologist and singer Greta Bradman. Festive music can reignite emotions good and bad.
December 11, 2019
Greta Bradman: A Matter of the Mind
Recent studies have revealed just how great the problem is and how much remains to be done, but is mental health in the performing arts a good news story in the making?
October 10, 2019
Greta Bradman: Supercharge your sleep
Off with the screens and devices (except the speakers) and on with the classical music for arguably the most exquisite third of your life’s journey: sleep.
July 23, 2019
Greta Bradman: Paws for Thought
From cows to elephants, there are many stories of animals responding to music. So what are the preferences of the animal companions of Australia’s music professionals?
June 11, 2019
Greta Bradman: Music + Your Brain = Fireworks
Whether you’re recovering from open heart surgery, getting over an ex, or simply craving some ‘auditory cheesecake’, listening to music has a profound effect on your brain.
April 12, 2019
Greta Bradman: The Role of Applause
Curated clapping, and keeping mum between orchestral movements, was developed in the 20th century. But applause is most satisfying when it’s spontaneous – as artists know.
February 7, 2019
Greta Bradman: Hurry, it’s lovely out there…
Fresh from her fifth tour of regional Australia, the popular soprano tells us why she recommends getting out of the city and connecting personally with audiences.
August 17, 2018
Greta Bradman on the importance of well-being
The soprano explains how the rise of the Protean career means arts organisations need to adapt to changing needs. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
October 9, 2017
Creating a Decca Classics debut with Richard Bonynge
Though it may sound glamorous, getting Greta Bradman’s latest project off the ground took more sticky tape than you might think. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
September 2, 2015