The 18th century symphony in Holland? It was up there with London, Vienna and Mannheim. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in

Ahead of her Australian dates, the German violinist talks music, Mendelssohn and staying up late with Ivry Gitlis.

Amidst the plethora of centenary celebrations, let’s not forget an Australian who touched the lives of thousands. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in

Four projects, two couples, one ensemble – it’s a full-time juggling job for a quartet of Australia’s busiest musicians. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in

ABC’s Fran Kelly gets it warts and all from the director of The Great Gatsby.

South Australia’s arts festival for young people is about to begin. But why is Adelaide keeping so quiet about it? Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in

Classically trained, I forsook opera to become a pop singer. After a long conversion I’ve found my way back to the light.

How do young players deal with the generation gap between themselves and their audiences? Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in

The world’s leading violist talks rockstar aspirations, “divorce” from his own group and bouncing back.

Opera Queensland’s baritone talks Rossini, six packs, bullock trains and stage disasters. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in

Contemporary string quartet receives grant to create seven new works, all by Australian composers.

The Stalin-approved Armenian composer’s music ranges from the celebrated ballet Spartacus to a little-known piece about his poodle.