The importance of breath control for musicians and singers.

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

Diana Simmonds considers the showbiz adage, ‘never work with animals or children’, as sound advice on the animal front.

A round-up of our recent news reports.

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

The Sydney-based director recalls his journey from the school choir to the operatic stage, via musical theatre and the Olympics.

The wrappers come off the premiere of a chamber opera and the latest from Hot Brown Honey in a program spotlighting the work of female artists.

Tuneful Rimsky rarity is full of heart and has the looks to match.

American tenor Michael Fabiano’s Melbourne debut showcases his vocal power, technical excellence and heartfelt passion.

It may not be Medea, but Cherubini is more than just a one-hit wonder.

Cosmology and composition collide in Music of the Spheres, an unusual musical journey through time and space, including extracts from Richard Mills' new opera Galileo.

This month we interview Sir Simon Rattle, violinist Jennifer Koh and Àlex Ollé of La Fura dels Baus, and look at the importance of breath control for musicians.