Daniel Smith: Maestro from Oz
A busy schedule sees him spend much of his time in Poland and Italy, but conductor Daniel Smith is busy promoting Australian musicians far and wide.
A busy schedule sees him spend much of his time in Poland and Italy, but conductor Daniel Smith is busy promoting Australian musicians far and wide.
In an ancient church in Germany, a 639-year organ performance of a John Cage composition is about to sound a new note.
Melbourne musician Mark Elton reports that his $13k double bass was destroyed on a Qantas flight to Perth.
Recorder virtuoso Genevieve Lacey turns a solo recital into a visual spectacle and place for community.
Australian cellist Richard Narroway’s new ABC release is a smasher!
Held annually, the PDAs provide support for emerging songwriters and composers and a cash take-home of $10,000.
After composing and teaching in the UK for three decades, Lumsdaine returned to Australia and became one of the most notable recordists of birdsong.
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This month’s concert highlights from ABC Classic, independent radio and streaming.
Essential holiday listening includes gripping symphonies from a well-known pianist, Rattle’s Siegfried, Wilson’s Daphnis and Osborne’s latest Debussy.