Musicals, opera, film scores, classical guitar and the incomparable Stephen Sondheim are all part of the rich musical tapestry that inspires the State Theatre Company South Australia Artistic Director.

This month’s concert highlights from ABC Classic, independent radio and streaming.

A child prodigy in the 1920s and a Decca artist in the 1950s and 60s, 97-year-old American pianist Ruth Slenczynska has now been re-signed by the label.

A round-up of our recent news reports.

Joseph Tawadros recalls how he got hooked on the oud, and how the instrument – and the teaching of it – is evolving as it becomes more accepted into orchestras around the world.

Has the time come for us to take a serious look at the way we teach music to children?

Have COVID delays led to a more in-depth exploration of original ideas by contemporary music makers?

The editors of Limelight share their selection of the most exciting classical music, opera and theatre events coming soon.

Talented US rookie offers insight into late Soviet genre bender.

Staier delivers Rolls Royce performances on a Rolls Royce instrument.

The second part of the MRC’s season, running from April to June, includes performances by Amadou and Mariam, Julia Jacklin, Mindy Meng Wang and Flinders Quartet.

Two dozen of Scarlatti’s finest showcase the Melbourne Con’s Steinways.