Fresh sounds, big events, little gems, cross-genre collaborations, world premieres; it’s a new world for arts organisations, so what do they have in store this year?

What do our orchestras and choirs have on offer in the year ahead?

Having a conductor of the standing of Brett Weymark, lifted the performance of the amateur musicians to fresh heights, with an outpouring of delight from the audience.

While some of its notes missed their mark, River City Voices showcased a bold approach that was refreshing to see.

Despite some impressive performances, this concert was let down by some odd programming choices.

Lad from the Dolomites throws his Tyrolean hat in the ring.

This richly rewarding performance was warmly received by a highly appreciative audience, with some tears of joy.

The choir is in superlative form in the ABO's annual concert featuring traditional carols, sacred songs and popular numbers.

In this adventurous concert exploring the experiences of Mary, mother of Christ, the singers give an expert performance, but the production values could be better.

The precision, blend, fullness and intensity of the sound that this choir makes is utterly glorious.

This presentation of a neglected masterpiece in an abridged version by Joseph Nolan proved welcome and accomplished, but it undercut the work’s complexity and didn't always do justice to Handel’s genius.

Conducted by Brett Weymark, Handel's Messiah shines a fresh light after the dark months of the pandemic.