As he puts his finishing touches to his new Flute Concerto, Joe Chindamo tells Jansson J. Antmann how he has translated Dorothy Parker’s cynicism into music.

Laura Hansford talks about her new production of Bizet’s Carmen for State Opera South Australia, in which Don José is seen to fail as a human being rather than its heroine.

If you are creating something, Guy Noble recommends you don’t show an early draft to anyone for feedback. They may say it’s terrible, and they could be right – or wrong, as Tchaikovsky discovered.

Steven Isserlis has had this 1762 Stradivari cello on loan since 2009. He tells Clive Paget why his life would lose all meaning if he had to return it.

The Assistant Artistic Director of the Australian Chamber Choir unpacks the many emotions of the choir’s Encores 2026 concert and album.

James Ledger discusses his new Clarinet Concerto, composed especially for Perth-based musician Ashley Smith, one that pushes the instrument to the edge of its capabilities.

Virtuoso British-Australian organist Joseph Nolan traces his career and discusses recording the complete organ works of maverick French composer Charles-Valentin Alkan.

The latest arts appointments and departures.

After working at Opera Australia for 19 years before becoming Director of Canberra Theatre Centre in 2019, Budd returned to OA as CEO in 2025. He believes music is a vital part of life.

The editors of Limelight share their selection of the most exciting classical music, opera and theatre events coming soon.

This month’s performance highlights from ABC Classic, independent radio and streaming.

A round-up of our recent news reports.