The flautist was the only Australian winner at this year’s Grammy Awards, which took place in LA last week. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
In our latest magazine, ten leading brains decide who and what changed the course of music history. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
Scriabin’s wife Tatiana wrote in a 1907 letter that his Piano Sonata No 5 was “extraordinary”. The same can be said of Stephen Hough’s rendition in new release Scriabin & Janácˇek: Sonatas & Poems. Hough opens the album with this musical concoction of chaos and bliss, exhibiting power through his overtly expressive and dynamic performance, before progressing to Janácˇek’s cycle On the Overgrown Path. Though a comparatively delicate work, Hough’s presence isn’t diminished. His performance of A Blown-away Leaf (Book 1, No 2) is a sentimental caress, later offset by a startlingly intense The Frydek Madonna (Book 1, No 4). Scriabin soon returns with a jolt in his Deux Poèmes, Op. 32 – a musical contrast in fine taste which is felt throughout the release as the two composers’ works are interwoven. In fact the differences between Scriabin and Janácˇek grow fainter as the album progresses, with Hough’s musical approach and impeccable performance creating a sense of unity between them. Janácˇek’s Piano Sonata 1.X.1905 is a highlight and, well placed in the latter part of the album, it reveals Hough’s brooding dramaticism, preparing him for a final joyous release… Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a…
Ohlsson's intriguing programme explores music that mirrors art.
Shelton Murray will accompany the Australian Chamber Orchestra on their American tour this month. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
A Valentine's Day tribute to the women and men who inspired the great composers.
Sydney’s leading contemporary performance venue seeks residents interested in presenting new Australian work. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
The experimental music specialists will receive electric shocks while performing live on stage in Sydney. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
It has been clear for some time that Lang Lang has grown into a sensitive, thoughtful musician.
Ensemble Offspring, Jane Sheldon and Handa Opera on the Harbour join an international longlist of creative luminaries. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
Millions of notes, thousands of hours of practice and just eight fingers and two thumbs! It ain’t easy tinkling the ivories.
Adele says ‘Hello’ to Mozart’s ‘Lacrimosa’ in this new cello-driven arrangement from The Piano Guys. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
The Sibelius Academy has acquired the more ergonomically designed instrument, created by two alumni.
