This life-and-times biography explores Melba as others saw her.

Caplan’s exploration of what she calls “Black operatic counterculture” is quite the game changer.

From delinquent youth to celebrated portrait artist, this is an extraordinary tale.

Messiaen’s mysteries are illuminated in these two impressive publications.

A noteworthy Australian composer explores the musical gardens he has tended.

Insights and revelations abound in an essential read for opera lovers.

A ripping yarn about musical women afloat in Vivaldi’s Venice.

This vivid account transports you to 19th-century Vienna.

Ford’s non-linear storytelling weaves a multicoloured web of musical history.

An entertaining insider’s guide to life in the Opera Australia Chorus.

Dibble’s magisterial biography gets a centenary update.

A book full of insights from a singer taken too soon.