Small companies are “vital” to Australia’s arts ecology, given “so much opera is being dictated by finances” higher up the chain, says soprano Celeste Lazarenko.

Nicola Boud explains the many differences between historical and modern clarinets, as she prepares to tour for Musica Viva Australia.

The editors of Limelight share their selection of the most exciting classical music, opera and theatre events coming soon.

British director Netia Jones brings a hi-tech approach to Pinchgut Opera's The Fairy Queen, but music and story always come first, she tells Limelight.

The harpsichordist will perform Bach's Goldberg Variations in the way the composer intended it to be heard.

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Why can't Australians get enough of Bach? We trace his appeal Down Under with musicians and musicologists.

Pinchgut Opera’s Artistic Director discusses playing the Goldberg Variations on a two-manual harpsichord as JS Bach intended.

What do our opera and dance companies have on offer in the year ahead?

Steve Dow talks to academics, historians and stage directors about Julius Caesar and his ongoing resonance within the arts.

The editors of Limelight share their selection of the most exciting classical music, opera and theatre events coming soon.

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