Jessica Cottis wrangles a fine ensemble of young Australian musicians in London.

Stephen Layton's dramatic conviction makes a powerful testimony of Handel’s musical centrepiece.

Innovative programming and restrained refinement allows ASO to shine.

A virtuosic, mind-expanding performance from a leading, world-renowned Australian ensemble.

A marvellously realised interpretation of Tchaikovsky's Violin Concerto and Sixth Symphony.

Inspired musical values and post-Trump passions let down by awkward staging.

★★★★☆ Rules are joyfully bent and broken in four explorations of the new. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in

★★★★½ Lise Lindstrom’s Brünnhilde crowns climax of Melbourne Ring. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in

Powerful and emotional experience, with fabulous singing, despite amplification problems.

★★★★☆ Sublime performances from WASO’s Wagnerian dream team. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in

★★★★½ Vocal heroics and visual magic in Armfield’s theatrical Siegfried. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in

Thoughtful second part to Armfield's Ring transports us to soprano heaven.