Jessica Cottis named new assistant conductor of Sydney Symphony
The new assistant maestro says she is “thrilled to accept the post”. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
July 26, 2012
Cecilia Bartoli reveals latest mission
Be the first to hear songs from Cecilia Bartoli's highly-anticipated new album, Mission.
July 24, 2012
NZ minister denies axing New Zealand symphony orchestras
A new discussion paper on orchestra funding provokes fears of major cuts to New Zealand’s major ensembles Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
July 24, 2012
Baritone resigns from Bayreuth over swastika tattoo
Russian singer Yevgeny Nikitin quits the Wagnerfest after German media discover a swastika tatoo on his chest Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
July 23, 2012
Avan Yu wins Sydney Piano Competition
Canadian pianist wins SIPCA crown and scoops $60,000 in prize-money Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
July 23, 2012
Funding axed for Fanfare youth music festival
Campbell Newman's razor gang cans band camp.
July 20, 2012
Deep Purple founder and classical composer Jon Lord has died
The rock legend infused all his music with classical influences and bestrode the genre divide. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
July 17, 2012
Classical music at the movies: 10 great moments in film
Classical music and opera have a special role to play in these scenes.
July 16, 2012
Limelight’s annual Opera Issue on sale now!
One of Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau’s last heart-to-hearts; Simone Young on Wagner; 16 opera legends choose their own best disc. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
July 16, 2012
Australians knocked out before SIPCA finals
None of the five Australian candidates have progressed to the last stage of the Sydney International Piano Competition.
July 14, 2012
“My finest recording” – 16 opera stars pick their best disc
Kiri Te Kanawa, Mirella Freni, Ben Heppner and more reminisce about their most cherished albums.
July 13, 2012
Five Questions for Jiri Belohlavek
Ahead of performances at Hamer Hall, the maestro explains why Bohemian music is in the Czech Philharmonic's blood.
July 13, 2012
True-blue G&S: Why Australians love The Mikado and Co.
A Gilbert & Sullivan junkie’s take on how the Savoy Operas became part of Australia’s theatrical DNA. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
July 13, 2012