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WOMADelaide announces 2026 lineup

Grace Jones to headline a program of international stars including Åkervinda, BADBADNOTGOOD and Oumou Sangaré.

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Betty Amsden Foundation announces 2025–2027 grant recipients

A new residency role for young string quartets and an upgraded circus arts venue among the projects funded.

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2026–27 ANAM Set composers announced

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Limelight 2025: the year in review

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Hunters Hill Music launches 2026 season

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Music Australia announces new Export Development Fund recipients

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Introducing the January-February 2026 issue of Limelight

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December 9, 2025
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St George’s Cathedral heralds 2026 Concert Series

A soncert series designed to lift the spirit, enrich the mind and celebrate the profound intersection of music and sacred tradition.

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Pinchgut Opera announces 2026–27 Taryn Fiebig Scholar

"A radiant vocal quality and natural elegance": Sydney soprano Izabelle Zammit joins Pinchgut Opera for mentorship and performance opportunities.

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Australian World Orchestra announces 2026 season

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2026–27 Ian Potter Emerging Performers Fellows announced

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December 8, 2025

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