Is this the “ugliest” music ever written?
Mathematician Scott Rickard has crunched the numbers to create a “pattern-free” piano sonata, but is it “ugly”?
July 12, 2016
Victorian Government announces $113 million of arts grants
Creative Victoria will support 90 arts organisations from across the state over the next four years. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
July 12, 2016
Singing till the cows come home is a real thing in Sweden
Singer Jonna Jinton shows off her bovine bel canto, with a technique like nothing you’ve ever ‘herd’.
July 11, 2016
Skelton steps in for Kaufmann’s Siegmund with minutes to spare
Aussie Heldentenor Stuart Skelton was flown in at the last minute to save the Mariinsky’s Valkyrie after Kaufmann fell ill. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
July 11, 2016
Germany snatches orchestral world record from Aus
The record for the largest symphony orchestra has been broken in Frankfurt, beating the previous record set in Brisbane. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
July 10, 2016
Pastoral whimsies, fireworks, love and death
A snapshot from Preliminary Round 1 Concert 3 of the Sydney International Piano Competition.
July 8, 2016
Sir David McVicar: “The older I get, the sadder I find Così”
The British director reflects on the profound melancholy of Mozart’s most lyrical work. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
July 8, 2016
Composer of the Month: Joseph Haydn
Joseph Haydn was always a lively listen but 200 years after the composer’s death, Haydn's fresh and innovatory spirit matters more than ever.
July 8, 2016
Why music is the crucial force in William Robinson’s life
The Australian artist, turning 80 this year, toyed with the idea of being a pianist until nerves got the better of him. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
July 8, 2016
Review: Sounds of Heaven (Sydney Symphony Orchestra)
Edwards' Frog and Star Cycle glitters with the magic of creation.
July 7, 2016
Major cuts to ABC Classic FM “imminent” say inside sources
A drastic shake-up of the radio station could see the loss of several programmes and many popular presenters. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
July 7, 2016
Sydney International Piano Competition launches in gala style
Jurors set the bar daringly high for the 32 competitors with a masterclass in style and technique.
July 6, 2016
Study discovers castration is a pain in the neck
The bones of famous castrato Gaspare Pacchierotti have been examined to reveal the procedure’s effect on the body. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
July 5, 2016