Toby's Lullaby

Toby's Lullaby was co-written by Belinda Wahry as part of our Helen Mayo House artist-in-residence program.​

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Lullaby Project Artists: Naomi Keyte at Hilary Kleinig performed with Julian Ferraretto

Little Ra Ra

A lullaby by Liz Wilhelm, co-written as part of Helen Mayo House Lullaby Project in 2021. ​

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Recorded with Julian Ferraretto, Naomi Keyte, Hilary Kleinig and sung by Liz Wilhelm and Naomi Keyte. 

Hush, Hush

Hush Hush was co-created by participants and artists at Hackham West, South Australia, as part of Lullaby Project Australia 2021.

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Lullaby Project Artists: Rachel Bruerville, Julian Ferraretto, Naomi Keyte, Lee Pfitzner, Thea Martin.

Jupiter and Back

"This is for William and Charlie who have brought so much light and love to my life! Always keep your little light on even when times are dark. I love you to Jupiter and back!" Sophie Cook

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Co-written by Sophie Cook and Naomi Keyte as part of Lullaby Project Australia in 2021. 

Be You

"This is for Eli, our gentle warrior, born with Lissencephaly. Love, joy and grief live in us with a depth, fury and grace we could never have imagined. We don’t know how long you will be with us, you will never talk to us, but you communicate plenty… in your unique way,. We love you and delight in you, in each precious breath and new experience as we explore life together." Carlie

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Co-written by Carlie Angel and Lee Pfitzner as part of Lullaby Project Australia in 2021. 

Connect to Your Truth

A lullaby by Samantha as part of Tuntun Polar at The Willow's Children's Centre 2021. Co-written with Nathan May, Lorelle Hunter and Lee Pfitzner. ​

Performed live in concert at UKARIA Cultural Centre Nathan May, Julian Ferraretto, Rachel Bruerville. Sung by Samantha Jackson. 

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Stu's Groove

"This is a song about my cheeky little man, Stuart, who I love so much. I hope you like it.” Jade Galvin

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Co-written by Jade Galvin, Julian Ferraretto and Hilary Kleinig as part of Lullaby Project Australia in 2019

Our Missing Puzzle Piece

"This song is for my second born daughter Everleigh. I once thought you came into our lives as a friend, a sister for Ariah. But in less than a year you've proved to be so much more than that. You've become everything I never knew I needed, and Ariah needed - and our family's missing puzzle piece. I have no doubt you'll achieve amazing things for yourself in the future & I look forward to see you achieve anything you set your mind to. Please know you are an absolute treasure & will always hold a special part of my heart." Ellie

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Co-written by Ellie Hanley and Naomi Keyte as part of Lullaby Project Australia in 2021.

Socks of Life

"For our children, Hamish and Noelle, who always lose their socks." Lisa 

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Written by Lisa Cannizzaro, Jeremy Tatchell and Rachel Bruerville as part of Lullaby Project Australia in 2021.

Inspire to Dream

"Instead of a conventional lullaby to lull an infant to sleep, this song was written as an inspiration to dream. May you always be inspired by your dreams.” Bec

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Co-written by Bec Mclaren, Hilary Kleinig and Julian Ferraretto as part of Lullaby Project Australia in 2019. Recorded live in concert at Hopgood Theatre with Zephyr Quartet. 

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Miracle Baby

"This song is for my son who was born at 28 weeks and went through major surgery, but it’s also for all the other miracle babies. It’s to give families hope that one day their babies will be home with them and you will hold them tight. Research shows that singing to premmie babies enhances brain activity and connections. This song is for all the parents who can’t hold their babies right now but they can sing to them.  Stay strong.” Rachel

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Co-written by Rachel Imperato, Hilary Kleinig, Julian Ferraretto. Recorded live in concert at Hopgood Theatre with Zephyr Quartet. 

You Will Be Loved

“A beautiful blank canvas, you came into this world. I’ll always be by your side as you paint this picture my girl” Emma

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Co-written by Emma Combey, Julian Ferraretto and Hilary Kleinig as part of Lullaby Project Australia in 2019. Recorded live in concert at Hopgood Theatre with Zephyr Quartet. 

In Your Eyes

Composed as part of Tuntun Polar Lullaby Project, Mt Barker by Candice, in collaboration with Nancy Bates, Mandy Brown and Julian Ferraretto. 

Recorded live at UKARIA Cultural Centre with  Rachel Bruerville, Julian Ferraretto, Lee Pfitzner and Nathan May. 

Little Swan

Composed as part of Tuntun Polar Lullaby Project, Mt Barker. Co-written by Talia with Nathan May, Lorelle Hunter and Lee Pfitzner. 

Recorded live at UKARIA Cultural Centre with Talia, Rachel Bruerville, Julian Ferraretto, Lee Pfitzner and Nathan May. 

Helen

A song written by Libby Druce as part of Lullaby Project Australia workshops at Helen Mayo House. This song is inspired by the compassion, care and support provided to mothers who come to Helen Mayo House.

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Recorded by Hilary Kleinig with Julian Ferraretto and Naomi Keyte. 

In My Arms

In My Arms was co-created by participants and artists at Helen Mayo House as a gift to all mothers and families.

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Performed by staff and participants of Helen Mayo House with Julian Ferraretto, Naomi Keyte and Hilary Kleinig.

Be Proud of Who You Are

A song to inspire all young children to be proud of their heritage, culture and self, co-written by Tuntun Polar participants at The Willow's Children's Centre, Mt Barker, supported by Lorelle Hunter, Nathan May and Lee Pfitzner.​

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Performed live in concert at UKARIA Cultural Centre with participants accompanied by Nathan May, Julian Ferraretto, Rachel Bruerville, Emily Gann

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You Belong

Leana's lullaby for Maisie, co-written with Nancy Bates, Mandy Brown and Julian Ferraretto as part of Tuntun Polar, Mt Barker 2021. 

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Recorded live at UKARIA Cultural Centre with Nathan May, Julian Ferraretto, Rachel Bruerville, Sung by Leana. 

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Super Fine

“Hope in yourself and in your dreams, don’t feel stuck in a life. The world is how you see it. If you’re not fitting in, you’re doing alright. Family is always close by” Dean

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Co-written by Dean Rogers and Julian Ferraretto as part of Lullaby Project Australia in 2019. Recorded live in concert at Hopgood Theatre with Zephyr Quartet. 

My Wattle

"This song is written for my daughter, so she knows that she completes me. even when I was in my darkest, it wasn’t because I didn’t love her, it’s because I did with all my heart. My daughter has shown me that life is worth living and that even though there are bad times, there are many many good times. We don’t know our future, but it will all be ok as we have love for each other and for ourselves and with that anything is possible." Chantal

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Written by  Chantal McGrath and Julian Ferraretto as part of Lullaby Project Australia in 2021.

Happy Feet

"Hendrix lights up my world, he makes the days fun and the nights calm, you make me smile everyday and I love your wonder and overall love for life" Jaeleigh Noonan,

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Written by Jaeleigh Noonan, Julian Ferraretto and Hilary Kleinig as part or Lullaby Project Australia in 2019.

Thank You For Choosing Me To Be Your Mamma

“I wrote this lullaby as a keepsake for my son when he is older and he may be able to pass it down when he has a family one day." Natasha

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Co-written by Natasha Tripptree, Julian Ferraretto and Elizabeth McCall as part of Lullaby Project Australia in 2019. Recorded live in concert at Hopgood Theatre with Zephyr Quartet. 

Amazing Little Fella

"We wrote this song as a reminder of our journey and to celebrate where we are now. His favourite artist is Baker Boy and anything with a good beat will put him to sleep, that’s what inspired this tune.” Sarah

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Co-written by Sarah Barrett, Julian Ferraretto and Hilary Kleinig as part of Lullaby Project Australia in 2019. Recorded live in concert at Hopgood Theatre with Zephyr Quartet.