We speak to MSO Managing Director Sophie Galaise about the success of the orchestra’s live streams, and how the organisation hopes to craft a model that might help other orchestras and small to medium ensembles ride out the COVID-19 crisis.

The young Shostakovich's incidental music for Mayakovsky's farcical play proves a delight.

More cancellations of concerts, theatre and ballet announced due to COVID-19, with an ASO team member in isolation.

The Prime Minister has advised against “non-essential” mass gatherings of more than 500 people, effective as of Monday, which will have a massive impact on the arts.

In response to Stephen Hough's anecdote about ageing audiences, Elizabeth Quinn shares the story of her elderly friend meeting Sir Andrew Davis after his farewell MSO concert.

Vivid musical storytelling from Alexander Shelley and the SSO.

An uneasy start redeemed by energetic, committed playing.

The Peruvian maestro with a diary full of Australian dates talks to Clive Paget about career choices, composers who float his boat, and how a zero-waste lifestyle has enabled him to turn garbage into art.

Exciting period performances of well-known classics alongside a 19th-century rarity.

The Australian Chamber Orchestra violinist tells us about the orchestra's upcoming Arvo Pärt & Shostakovich program.

Authorities have described the case, which saw an audience member diagnosed with the coronavirus after Saturday’s Absolute Beethoven concert, as “low risk” for other patrons and staff.

An engrossing lesson in the historical and musical significance of Beethoven’s Eroica symphony in the composer’s 250th year.