Ahead of his 70th birthday bash, Victorian Opera’s Artistic Director tells Angus McPherson about honing his skills in the percussion section, the best (and worst) conductors, and the pleasures of opera.
Currently performing in Faust, the Albanian tenor discusses his early career success, working with Luciano, and what's next.
In his new wind quintet for the Omega Ensemble, Russian-Canadian composer Airat Ichmouratov tells his story.
A new initiative founded by Canberra flute player Sarah Grey seeks to take the angst out of funding, she tells Angus McPherson, by creating a one stop online shopping destination for arts philanthropy.
Dr Nolan discusses Bach's jubilant festive work as St George's Concert Series prepares to present it in Perth.
Sharon Grigoryan has curated a series of chamber music performances in the Adelaide Festival Centre’s Quartet Bar. She tells us what to expect.
Vivaldi’s Farnace is a potent examination of betrayal and loyalty, as well as the thirst for vengeance. Director Mark Gaal reveals how his production for Pinchgut Opera is tackling all these themes head on.
The German violinist on the rewards of an unusual pairing for his latest release, which is Limelight's Recording of the Month in December.
The standout CDs of 2019 plus music for your Christmas stockings, Bran Nue Dae at 30, David Williamson's final curtain call, and we interview Richard Mills.
Ahead of its new production of Gianni Schicchi, we talk to founder Melanie Smart about bringing opera to the Gold Coast.
The Australian pianist is recording a series of albums featuring the music of Beethoven’s favourite pupil, Carl Czerny. She explains why she has reassessed the composer, and salutes his own Emperor concerto.
Committed to the Suffragist cause, Ethel Smyth gave up music for Holloway Prison.
Pianist Tony Gould tells us about recording the latest album in the Hush Foundation’s series dedicated to calming healthcare environments through the curation of carefully crafted music.
