Judy Small

Judith Margaret Small AM is an Australian former folk music singer, songwriter and musician, and retired judge of the Federal Circuit Court of Australia. As a performer she has been hailed as "The Grande Dame of Australian Folk Music".

During her singing career Judy was known for her feminist and political songs, usually following a traditional theme. She produced fourteen studio albums, hundreds of songs and has been described as being among the most popular political singers in Australia, with many of her songs based on topical factual events like Anzac Day, the redevelopment of a favourite beachside property in her home town of Coffs Harbour, and the Montreal Massacre. She enjoys singing about real people and issues, stating "If an audience comes away thinking about the issues I raise, that's a worthwhile concert, but only if they come away thinking about the issues and having had a really good time is it a successful performance". She toured the country and internationally, playing primarily in clubs and pubs, and at various folk festivals and conventions.