Vitalstatistix and Tura New Music explore Speechless
The work in progress showing of Cat Hope's new experimental sound opera left one writer virtually speechless.
July 29, 2017
Composer of the Month: Antonín Dvořák
Dvořák could easily have ended up a jobbing musician in some small town but his ambition and genius led him down a different path.
July 28, 2017
Out of the Shadows festival revives Jewish music and theatre
Jewish artists fleeing persecution in Europe in the 1930s created work in Australia, the US, Japan and even in concentration camps. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
July 28, 2017
It’s 20 questions time for Karen Gomyo
The Tokyo-born, Montreal/New York-raised violinist shares her favourite recordings and the music she could live without. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
July 25, 2017
Lisa Cheney’s new concerto: a first for flautist and composer
Jonathan Henderson will premiere the Australian composer’s new work with the Brisbane Philharmonic Orchestra. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
July 21, 2017
Did you hear about the grisly case of Paganini’s corpse?
The famous virtuoso violinist suffered ill-health all his life, but his troubles didn’t end with his death.
July 21, 2017
Rising Star: Bass Adrian Tamburini
The Aussie bass triumphed at the 2017 Opera Awards, giving him the opportunity to hone his craft abroad. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
July 19, 2017
Wendy Sharpe brings some rage to Unashamedly Original
The award-winning artist will recreate Hogarth’s The Enraged Musician to the sounds of the Australian Art Quartet. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
July 19, 2017
John Curro: An accidental conductor
The Queensland Youth Orchestras’ founder has been mentor, guru and musical legend for a generation of Australian musicians.
July 19, 2017
Helena Dix on tackling opera’s powerhouse women
After making her name on the international scene, the soprano returns to her hometown for Wagner’s Lohengrin. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
July 18, 2017
Susan Graham reflects on a rich and varied career
Ahead of her appearances with the SSO, the mezzo talks big girl roles, speaking German, and the pleasures of the recital. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
July 17, 2017
Composer of the Month: Jules Massenet
Why did the brilliantly crafted works of one of the greats of 19th-century French opera suddenly disappear from the repertoire?
July 15, 2017
The end of the Piers show
As Piers Lane prepares to pass the baton at this year’s AFCM, we look at the life and career of a great Australian pianist.
July 14, 2017