Playing Up: The Rabab with Qais Essar
Based in Phoenix, Arizona, the Afghan-American rabab master Qais Essar explains why evolution is the only way forward.
Based in Phoenix, Arizona, the Afghan-American rabab master Qais Essar explains why evolution is the only way forward.
Sally Greenaway talks to Jo Litson about composing for the Veeh Harp, which can be played by just about anyone.
The editors of Limelight share their selection of the most exciting classical music, opera and theatre events coming soon.
This month features a Kurt Weill trifecta, idiomatic Dvořák symphonies from the Czech Phil, a major Joshua Bell rediscovery and a radical take on Mozart’s Requiem.
Cameron Lam explores the dark side of Classical, Jazz and Sound Art in this month’s playlist full of yearning, waiting, and the unknown.
A journey through the evolution of Iranian music, from traditional melodies to contemporary compositions.
Darebin City Preston Brass Band delivers a dazzling interpretation of a much-loved claymation caper.
South Korean guitarist Young Taek Jo has earned the $10,000 top prize, and a new Jim Redgate axe valued at $23,000.
Blind from birth, Nobuyuki Tsujii began playing his toy piano when he was two, and he has lost none of the joy he felt as a child.
This month includes Don Quixote, but not as you know him, rare archival Bruckner, two of Germany’s most interesting Lieder singers and Meyerbeer’s greatest hit.
This month’s performance highlights from ABC Classic, independent radio and streaming.
Palette Pieces is a new collection of mix-and-match solo pieces, inspired by watercolour paints. Composer-painter Cameron Lam explains the process.
The Sydney venue’s latest jam-packed lineup follows through on its promise to place "a stronger focus on Australian arts”.