Amiina out of the shadows: Iceland’s sextet down under
Sigur Rós's former string section has come into its own, bringing bucketloads of instruments, quirky tunes and charm to the Sydney Festival.
January 10, 2012
The Magic Flute: behind the temple doors
Mozart’s most popular work for the stage may also be his most misunderstood. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
January 9, 2012
The best classical CDs of 2011
Limelight critics look back on their top five favourite albums from the year just gone.
January 6, 2012
Top 5 composer anniversaries of 2012
Happy birthday to five great composers who celebrate major milestones this year.
January 5, 2012
The ACO’s royal gig
The Australian Chamber Orchestra crowned its European tour with a concert for Prince Charles. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
January 3, 2012
Watch performances from the Limelight Awards!
Fiona Campbell’s Handel and Guy Noble’s delightful comic song, complete with a surprise tap-dance solo. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
December 22, 2011
The 2011 Limelight classical gift guide
Selections to delight a die-hard classical music lover and broaden the horizons of a novice.
December 14, 2011
My favourite music for Christmas
Cheryl Barker, Brett Weymark and Classic FM presenters share their most cherished Yuletide tunes.
December 14, 2011
Tribute to Ken Russell: his best classical music films
Insightful, shocking, lurid, masterful: eight examples of Russell’s composer portraits on film. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
December 1, 2011
Exclusive: Paul Dyer shares his Christmas Cake recipe
A Brandenburg Christmas just wouldn't be complete without Paul's tastiest masterpiece.
November 30, 2011
Bad boy on a high: the villain in Vivaldi’s Griselda
Australian countertenor David Hansen might be the first male singer in over 250 years to tackle the role of Ottone.
November 30, 2011
Cello duo pulls on Elton’s heartstrings
How millions of YouTube hits and a phone call from Elton John rocketed two classically trained cellists to stardom. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
November 29, 2011
On the road with Sumi Jo
The glamorous Korean soprano on “flirting” with her audience, meeting Dame Joan, and singing with her dog. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
November 28, 2011