John plays the didgeridoo

John Towill is a musician in Edmonton. He plays the electric bass guitar. He plays the didgeridoo too.

Met musicians from Australia

In 1988, John met some Aboriginal musicians from Australia. They were visiting Edmonton.

John became friends with the musicians. They gave John a few lessons on the didgeridoo.

John liked the didgeridoo. So he bought one.

Practiced a lot

After that, John taught himself how to play the didgeridoo. He practiced a lot.

John listened to records and tapes. He learned to breathe in a special way.

Made four didgeridoos

John has six didgeridoos. He made four himself.

Trip to Australia

John would like to go to Australia one day. He wants to learn more about the didgeridoo.