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Trevor Adamson is a talented singer from Australia. He sings country and gospel music. He is famous for his song Nyanpi Matilda. This song is a special version of the well-known Australian song "Waltzing Matilda." What makes it special is that he sings it in the Pitjantjatjara language. This is an Aboriginal language from Australia.

About Trevor Adamson

Singing in Two Languages

Trevor Adamson grew up in a place called Pukatja, South Australia. He sings in both Pitjantjatjara and English. This helps share his culture and music with many people. His song Nyanpi Matilda is a great example of this. It brings a classic Australian song to life in an Aboriginal language.

On Television

Trevor Adamson has also been on TV. He was featured in an episode of an ABC TV show called Six Australians. This show told stories about different people in Australia.

He also appeared on the NITV show "Pmarra Country." This episode was a special tribute to the famous Australian singer Slim Dusty. On the show, Trevor Adamson performed his Pitjantjatjara version of Slim Dusty's 1972 song "When the Rain Tumbles Down in July."

His Albums

Trevor Adamson has released several music albums over the years. Here are some of his albums:

  • Godaku Walytja-Piti (Gods Family) (1982) with the Enabella children
  • Trust in the Lord (1985) - Imparja
  • Where I Belong (1989) - CAAMA
  • Waltzing Matilda (1994) - CAAMA
  • My Sunburnt Country (2009) - Pindaroo

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