Vincent van Gogh: a man for all seasons
Most people are familiar with the self portraits, but it is the artist’s depictions of nature that provide a glimpse into his soul.
April 18, 2017
Did you hear about Robert Schumann’s secret sex diary?
The Romantic’s housekeeping books reveal more than just the Marks and the Pfennigs.
April 17, 2017
Why isn’t Bach’s Easter Oratorio up there with the Passions?
Director of the new HIP Bach Akademie Australia, Madeleine Easton explains (with help from John Eliot Gardiner).
April 15, 2017
D’oh! Homer and Bart Simpson as gods?
In this provocative hit comedy, pop culture is the new, post-apocalyptic religion.
April 14, 2017
Pure Dynamite: Alondra de la Parra
The Mexican maestro on the fine art of inspiring an ensemble and her unshakable faith in the power of music.
April 14, 2017
Richard Gill: Let’s celebrate a fine romance
For the conductor and educator, it’s good to see new initiatives providing new opportunities for young musicians.
April 13, 2017
In the mind’s ear: the craziest imaginary musical instruments
Musical instruments come and go – including some strange ones – but what about the instruments that never were?
April 13, 2017
Russian Soul: Revolutions in Russian music
The events of 1917 changed the course of history but Russian music has had more than its share of revolutions.
April 13, 2017
The 10 Greatest Pieces of Classical Music for Easter
Okay, so we know Bach's Passions deserve to be here, but if you've had your fill of Messiahs, try these Easter alternatives.
April 13, 2017
Guy Noble’s Soapbox: Oldies may prove goodies
Credit to Trump for having the energy to run the US at 70, but musicians have always shown resilience in the face of age.
April 12, 2017
“I’m going to get emotional,” says Jacqueline Dark
The mezzo on the prevalence of domestic violence and why she believes “Cavalleria Rusticana is absolutely contemporary”.
April 12, 2017
“Virginia Woolf’s work is so rich,” says Max Richter
The composer speaks to Clive Paget about his new album of music for Wayne Mcgregor's ballet Woolf Works.
April 11, 2017
Supported by 
Carl Vine: “You feel like you are part of the music-making”
Ahead of his Musica Viva Festival, the Artistic Director talks about the allure of intimate performer-audience relationships.
April 10, 2017