We caught up with the Norwegian trumpeter in Townsville for the Australian Festival of Chamber Music in Townsville.

Little and Lane prove ideal partners for a middle ground Brahms survey.

Pavel Fischer's Mad Piper captivates Townsville in a lavish feast of folk-inspired music.

The Elektra Quartet explores the wonderful world of Crivici.

Outstanding Aussie compositions with fine performers to boot.

Disappointing Forqueray proves a far cry from expectations.

Writer Jessica Duchen and violinist Karen Gomyo ensure Bach's music remains as fresh as ever.

From Bach and Lieder to world premieres and tango, the AFCM's opening weekend delivers fresh, exciting programmes full of contrast and elan, writes Jessica Duchen.

Argerich and friend join hands to explore a Russian master.

The Omega Ensemble takes us from deeply felt passion to light-hearted pleasure.

Ahead of its Australian premiere, Bernard Labadie talks to Justine Nguyen about his string arrangement of Bach’s towering Goldberg Variations.

Ahead of the ensemble’s anniversary concert, co-founder Jenny Duck-Chong reflects on Halcyon’s first two decades and the state of play for new music.