From the holocaust to Isaac Stern, we learn a great deal about a musician whose middle name is ‘curiosity’. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in

The new chief conductor of the LSO shares his thoughts on the life of the revered composer, who died earlier this week. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in

While the Transfield controversy almost derailed 2014’s Festival, the 20th Biennale of Sydney is set to open tomorrow as planned.

★★★★★ A perfect example of the level of musicianship of which this orchestra is truly capable.

★★★★☆ A violinist’s soloistic fireworks and a grand symphony open WASO’s 2016 season in fine style.

The Artistic Director of the Australian Festival of Chamber Music looks back on a decade of superb music making. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in

The phone giant’s Hum On! app was presented at the 2016 South by Southwest Festival.

The centrepiece of this year’s set, designed by Dan Potra, has been installed ahead of next week’s opening night.

UK study finds that choristers feel warmer about their teams than footballers. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in

The British composer who was one of the 20th century’s most influential musicians has passed away aged 81. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in

★★★★★ Two hours contemplating the infant Jesus really is heaven on earth.

Musical and culinary bash pays tribute to Mark Foy’s hedonistic vision.