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Jan Sedivka, Czech-Australian violinist and educator (died 2009)
Jan Boleslav Sedivka, Czech-born, was one of Australia's foremost violinists and teachers. It was founded by the Australia Council in honour of Don Banks, Australian composer, performer and the first chair of its music board. As a performer, Jan Sedivka gained special merit for his efforts on behalf of Australian contemporary music.
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Jan Sedivka was born in 1917. The year snapshot below places that birthday in its cultural and historical setting: the music and films people were following, the headlines shaping public life, and the everyday prices families encountered.
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| Measure | 1917 | 2026 |
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| Gas | $0.25 | $3.45/gal |
| Population | 100.8M | 341 million |
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