Ahead of his performance with Southern Cross Soloists, the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra's Principal Trumpet shares how watching Looney Tunes got him hooked on the instrument.

WASO provides a fun array of sunny works and endlessly hummable tunes to gently coax its audience back into the concert hall.

Adelaide Symphony Orchestra’s Principal Contrabassoon Jackie Newcomb talks about the myriad challenges and delights of the imposing instrument, which she describes as a character instrument.

ACO takes on a pair of classical giants in exciting live recordings.

Derek Bermel blends bossa nova, Bartók, and all that jazz.

Hooray for Hollywood – Mutter and Williams deliver a box of chocs for movie lovers.

Discover our readers' and critics' favourite artists of 2019, learn about Beethoven's final tempestuous year, and celebrate Musica Viva as it turns 75.

Sam Weller and his Ensemble Apex musicians sure know how to put on a show.

The 27-year-old composer has taken out the US $30,000 award for her piece DOUBLE FACE, which panellist Carl Vine described as “redolent with intriguing musical gestures and textures.”

The German violinist on the rewards of an unusual pairing for his latest release, which is Limelight's Recording of the Month in December.

Tetzlaff’s coupling proves endlessly illuminating.

David Robertson bids a fond farewell to the SSO with gifts from home.