Australian Chamber Orchestra bags a 400-year old cello
The new instrument, valued at $1.4 million, is an Amati and was played by the cellist Amaryllis Fleming.
May 5, 2017
Being a late-starter hasn’t deterred the talented Mr Northey
The in-demand Australian maestro talks about a life of the road and the importance of the message behind the music.
May 5, 2017
The orchestral training programme AISOI has been discontinued
The University of Tasmania’s Conservatorium cites a new focus behind the decision to axe the summer school.
May 5, 2017
Nancye Hayes: “I’ve never been very ethereal as a dancer”
Now musical theatre royalty, Nancye Hayes reminisces about her first radiogram and why she’d never make a ballerina.
May 5, 2017
Glyndebourne launches international opera competition
The winner will get to appear in a production at one of the opera houses represented by those on the jury.
May 5, 2017
Academy of St Martin in the Fields nurtures young composers
Twins Jessica and Olivia Ellis brought their instruments and open minds to the orchestra's composition masterclass.
May 5, 2017
Review: Spanish Baroque (Australian Brandenburg Orchestra, Circa)
A compelling physical spectacle with a rich soundtrack.
May 4, 2017
Arts Centre Melbourne welcomes new government funding
The venue's CEO has applauded the Andrews Government’s $40 million investment for infrastructure upgrades.
May 4, 2017
Review: Half the Sky (Canberra International Music Festival)
A memorable and highly successful Promenade at the National Portrait Gallery.
May 4, 2017
Melbourne SO turns its financial fortunes around in 2016
New Managing Director Sophie Galaise is credited with returning the orchestra to surplus, despite the challenging times.
May 4, 2017
Jessica Aszodi gives the gramophone something new
The Australian vocalist’s album Prayer for Nil brings together four new works premiered in 2014.
May 3, 2017
Review: The Velvet Revolution (Canberra International Music Festival)
Fragmentation and a French quartet continue the revolution.
May 3, 2017
Angela Hewitt on the importance of being hands on
Ahead of her Australian tour, the Canadian pianist explains why communicating with audiences is vital.
May 2, 2017