The Ku-ring-gai Philharmonic Orchestra has announced the six young musicians who will compete in the final of the 38th annual concerto competition.

Industry bodies call on new government to immediately begin work to rebuild cultural sector.

The world’s biggest classical music conference celebrates “forward-thinking” project championing Australian Indigenous composers.

This month's features include profiles of Australian choreographer Stephanie Lake and didge virtuoso William Barton, an interview with Mary Finsterer about her new opera Antarctica, Dr Anita Collins on why music makes us feel so good, and Peter Tregear on the winds of change at Opera Australia.

Deborah Cheetham, Elena Kats-Chenin and Genevieve Lacey were among the winners, named at a star-studded gala in Brisbane.

The first announcement of shows includes an opening night tribute to Gurrumul and performances by Darwin Symphony Orchestra, NT Dance Company and The Australian Ballet.

The Grigoryan Brothers, the Australian Chamber Orchestra and Joseph Tawadros are among the nominees.

As the election enters its final days, Fund the Arts evaluates the arts policies of the three main parties and several independents.

Hoy, whose adaptation of The Tenant of Wildfell Hall opens next month, has been appointed as the new Fellow, while Kamarra Bell-Wykes has received the Patrick White Playwrights Award.

Labor announces its arts policy, but mostly just the vibe of the thing.

The Spanish mezzo-soprano – one of the greatest of all Carmens – has passed at 89.

Backstage Music returns for a 2022-23 concert series, showcasing diverse talents across various genres and styles.