Norwegian virtuoso Tine Thing Helseth always knew she wanted to be a trumpet soloist and find her own distinctive voice – as Melbourne audiences will discover when she plays Weinberg’s Trumpet Concerto.
The conductor/pianist reflects on his 10 years as Artistic Director of the Canberra International Music Festival.
Wicked, The Odd Couple, a new cabaret show and a BRAVO cruise . . . There’s no stopping Todd McKenney. He shares why he likes to keep busy.
A Frenchwoman’s resurrected Faust is Recording of the Month alongside an opera-fest that includes Kaufmann’s Parsifal. Smetana, Stravinsky, Debussy and Rózsa also feature.
Tyran Parke tells Jo Litson about his bold moves at this year’s Australian Musical Theatre Festival.
Writing from a small Indonesian island, Guy Noble reflects on the Muslim call to prayer and the ringing bells at Christian churches.
Queensland Ballet’s new Artistic Director shares her love for the piano and reveals a surprising musical crush.
The editors of Limelight share their selection of the most exciting classical music, opera and theatre events coming soon.
A round-up of our recent news reports.
The latest arts appointments and departures.
This month’s performance highlights from ABC Classic, independent radio and streaming.
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It's been a long time between drinks for Sergeant Snow White, a musical revue created by WWII internees.
