Why does Lachlan Skipworth, the easy-going son of an Australian farmer, have such an affinity for Japanese aesthetics? Ben Etherington explains how the shakuhachi bamboo flute came to be a muse for the talented composer.

The Welsh superstar demonstrates both artistry and a sense of play in latest Australian outing.

The conductor and founder of Queensland Youth Orchestras mentored generations of Australian musicians.

Australia's last remaining classical music retailer will close its doors forever on December 21.

A gripping collaboration, brimming with ideas, from the Omega Ensemble and The Australian Voices.

Invented 100 years ago, the first electronic instrument continues to fascinate, not only for its striking sound and aesthetic, but also for the almost superhuman difficulty of playing it without physical contact. Mélissa Lesnie traces its history, and visits theremin school to learn how the devil to tame it.

The popular Australian Chamber Orchestra cellist tells us about his double bass envy, his love of cooking, and his most awkward moment on stage.

New superstar group is much more than a sisters act.

Sir Andrew Davis, Alondra de la Parra and David Robertson are about to conduct their final concerts as artistic chiefs of the Melbourne, Queensland and Sydney Symphony Orchestras respectively. Here’s a look back on their time Down Under.

A dazzling evening of music making from all involved.

SXS get up close and personal with a mixed bag of chamber works.

Baritone Thomas Hampson returns to the venue’s concert series, alongside Nicola Benedetti, Ingrid Fliter and James Ehnes – who celebrates Beethoven’s birthday with a violin sonata cycle.