After visiting friends, Guy Noble wonders why hospitals make it so hard for patients to sleep and eat well, and why pieces of medical equipment can’t all beep in harmony.

The editors of Limelight share their selection of the most exciting classical music, opera and theatre events coming soon.

First Nations musician Eric Avery tells us why he has asked the Flinders Quartet to use stringybark as part of his new work.

The ABC news presenter explains how music helps him disconnect from the daily news cycle, and why a playlist is one of the great joys of life.

This month features new music from Huw Watkins and Bernadette Harvey, old music by Dowland and Zelenka and blockbusters care of Alkan, Bizet and Lise Davidsen.

Melody Eötvös's new piano trio, commissioned by Musica Viva Australia, is a meditation on rulership inspired by her love of trees.

The Artistic Director of Victorian Opera tells us about his passion for G&S and the musical celebration he is directing for Opera Australia.

Australian-born, Copenhagen-based saxophonist and composer Calum Builder explains how he created his extraordinary, dismantled organ, using pipes salvaged from churches across Northern Denmark.

A round-up of our recent news reports.

The latest arts appointments and departures.

This month’s performance highlights from ABC Classic, independent radio and streaming.

Hamed Sadeghi brings musical traditions into a timely conversation. "Maybe we can focus on what we share instead of what divides us."