Composer of the Month: Aaron Copland
The composer who encapsulated the spirit and landscape of America eventually became an ironic figure of suspicion in his homeland.
November 1, 2014
It’s 20 questions time for violinist Ray Chen
The virtuoso fiddler has a fondness for Bilbo Baggins and reveals the time he fell off stage. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
October 30, 2014
Robert and Clara as seen through a glass, darkly
The passion, music and melancholy of the Schumanns comes to life in letters and song.
October 23, 2014
Music, madness and mayhem in Sydney’s eclectic Festival
Lieven Bertels corrals a raft of intriguing and diverse music, theatre and dance talents to rock Sydney in 2015.
October 23, 2014
Theatre of the imagination
Experimental composer and theatre director Heiner Goebbels reveals his unique process. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
October 21, 2014
Northern lights in the Southern Hemisphere
London’s Aurora Orchestra have conquered Europe. Now they’re setting their sites down under.
October 17, 2014
SNEAK PEEK: The very model of a modern mezzo
November's cover story: Opera megastar Joyce DiDonato.
October 15, 2014
The Bushranger’s Lover
Australian librettist tells the history and process behind creating his new Australian opera.
October 14, 2014
When Richard met Jonny
The Radiohead guitarist and composer Jonny Greenwood talks Messiaen, desert islands and dixieland.
October 13, 2014
Classical goes ‘garage’ for MSO’s American adventure.
America’s classical bad boys, Time for Three, bring their unique brand of jazz-fusion down under.
October 2, 2014
Place your bets as Victorian Opera’s youngsters take on King Herod
The 'Voices of Tomorrow' aim to avoid a massacre in Victorian Opera's annual youth production.
October 2, 2014
Composer of the Month: Alexander Scriabin
Was he mad, or simply a misunderstood visionary? A brilliant but extraordinary character whose music is a truly sensual experience.
October 1, 2014
It’s 20 Questions time for conductor Brett Weymark
The Sydney Philharmonia Choirs' Maestro reveals his secret pleasures and his sentimental side.
September 30, 2014