Our reviewers and readers have voted for the artists who blew them away during the past year. So, who are the winners?

Audacious debut signals arrival of Melbourne pianist Josh Hooke.

New Fab Four Australian Guitar Quartet launches with a spectacular lift-off.

McVinnie puts contemporary cool into the pipe organ.

Cameron Lam collects the latest releases across Classical, Jazz, and Sound Art in this month’s Australian Art Music playlist.

An original take on Ravel’s ballet, whatever you might call it.

Making their Australian debut, Bristol's Ishmael Ensemble showcase their atmospheric, reverb-heavy soundscapes and brilliant command of texture and form.

Terrific riffing, telepathy and artistry from French reed virtuosi NoSax NoClar.

Seventeen organisations receive funds to "strengthen core operations and professional skills development" in the contemporary music sector.

A masterful overview of an eccentric but brilliant composer/arranger.

Though there are signs of belt-tightening, there's plenty to look forward to and anniversaries to celebrate in the Australian arts in 2025.

Essential holiday listening includes a Britten rarity, stunning recordings of Elgar and Tippett, a pair of oddball operas, and three outstanding discs of orchestral music by women.