From Yulara in the south to Mataranka up north, towns are humming with music. Community bands, touring artists, schools, local festivals – all playing a vital role in celebrating culture, language and unity. But the instruments used to create that music are in danger of being loved to death. Guitars are often shared among numerous bands, drumkits used around the clock, and PA systems pushed to the limit to keep the music going. And don’t mention the red dust.