The latest arts appointments and departures.

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

A round-up of our recent news reports.

Mark Wigglesworth says Henk de Vlieger’s orchestral synthesis captures the drama – not just the highlights – of Wagner’s epic Ring Cycle.

Composer and broadcaster Stephen Adams' new work with The Music Box Project explores "radio as a cultural and social experience".

Violist Ella Beard talks through their brand new commissioning project, which sees the premiere of three new works that address child sexual abuse.

Lucas Debargue makes his Australian debut as a virtuoso pianist and as an ambassador for a more open, less fearful musical culture.

Elizabeth Younan’s String Quartet No. 1 takes centre stage as the Australian String Quartet launches a national tour exploring intimacy, expression and connection.

This year’s Music in Me Summit – Many Voices. One Classroom – spotlights diversity, inclusion and culturally responsive teaching practices.

The Welsh composer's Hallé commissions are a perfect case of sparkling new wine in old bottles.

Cameron Lam surveys the latest (and upcoming) Classical, Jazz, and Sound Art releases on this month’s Australian Art Music playlist.

As the end of the financial year approaches, we look into the Australian Cultural Fund’s revolutionary rethinking of the ways in which artists can connect with potential donors.