An ensemble of five remarkable women delivers an electrifying fusion of mythology, sensuality and sonic daring.

“Lower your guard,” says incoming Artistic Director Matthew Lutton, heralding the return of Peter Sellars and contemporary music.

The many moods of Chinese art song, from Imperial China to the present day, illuminated in a top-drawer performance.

Australian Chamber Orchestra, Orava Quartet and Véronique Serret among those in the running for this year's Best Classical Album.

The 'age-quake' shaking up dance; Dvořák’s opera Rusalka; the connections between poetry and music; plus Marina Prior, Xavier de Maistre and Olivier Latry feature this month.

A showcase of undeniable brilliance and beauty from Arooj Aftab, Pakistan's Grammy-winning superstar.

Strong community feeling and superb musicianship as Year of the Dragon celebrations continue.

South Africa's ultimate feel-good ambassadors. The more you engage with them, the more you want.

Iain Grandage delivers his final Perth Festival as Artistic Director, one set to warm hearts and minds.

A prolific writer and musician, Donato was a restless talent and a vibrant artistic force to the end.

Poised to tour Australia once more, flamenco guitarist Paco Peña never stays still for long. But neither, he explains, does the art of flamenco itself.

Reeling from the noise and a death-defying road trip, Guy Noble was surprisingly touched by a performance of Rajasthani desert music in Jodhpur.