Rimshot Music Australia Pty Ltd was formed in 1986 by Jan & Nigel Westlake
as a publishing outlet for the compositions of Nigel Westlake. Scores and parts from the catalogue (including orchestral, ensemble, solo works and some film scores) can be located under the print music menu.
Other information can be found on this site regarding recordings, press articles and program notes.
Please contact info@rimshot.com.au if there's anything we can help you with.
Scores & parts are only available in hard (printed) copy.
PDF files of the scores & parts are not available.
Released in 2025, Takayna - The heart of Lutruwita is a journey to the vast and threatened landscapes of Australia’s largest temperate rainforest in northwest Lutruwita / Tasmania. Told through the powerful stories of Tasmanian Aboriginal community members, frontline activRead More
Crafting Blueback from Tim Wintons glorious novella into a motion picture was a challenging yet enormously rewarding task and I am grateful to Rob Connolly for the opportunity to accompany him on this journey, and am deeply indebted to Tim Winton for his gifted artistry and leadershiRead More
A look at the process of writing and recording the score for Blueback featuring Robert Connolly (writer / director) and Nigel Westlake (composer). Produced by Arena Media. https://youtu.be/4rzA2l2fwZU NOW STREAMING Read More
"Indeed, there is an air of positivity throughout the entire evening, despite the subject matter, and this is perhaps Westlake’s towering achievement: the ability to heal and find solace in music. The standing ovation that greeted it only testifies to its emotional impact." (Jansson J. Antmann. Limelight Magazine)
