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Classical Music
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A new survey supports funding for Australia’s orchestras

While 83 percent support funding for orchestras, 80 percent admit they haven't attended a live classical concert in the past year.

August 14, 2019
Chamber, Classical Music
news

Matt Withers’ Composition Competition Bigger Than Ever

In 2020 the guitarist’s competition will boast a bigger purse, with winning works performed by Withers and pianist Sally Whitwell and recorded by ABC Classic.

August 14, 2019
Theatre
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Ningali Lawford-Wolf has died

STC has issued a statement confirming the passing of the acclaimed Wangkatjungka actor in Edinburgh while touring in The Secret River.

August 14, 2019
Classical Music
news

Plácido Domingo accused of sexual harassment

A report by the Associated Press details extensive allegations made by nine women, spanning more than 30 years. Domingo has described the allegations as "inaccurate."

August 14, 2019
Classical Music, Opera, Theatre, Visual Art
news

Create NSW Artform Advisory Boards announced

Naseema Sparks will Chair the Classical Music Board while Opera Australia CEO Rory Jeffes heads up the Opera, Musical Theatre & Chorus Board.

August 14, 2019
Classical Music, Orchestral
news

The Australian Chamber Orchestra announces its 2020 season

Richard Tognetti’s 30th season with the ACO features four brand new works, four Australian premieres, Stuart Skelton singing Mahler, and, of course, plenty of Beethoven.

August 14, 2019
Classical Music
news

Sydney Eisteddfod Kawai Piano Scholarship winner announced

Leanne Yang Jin has taken out the $12,000 grand prize.

August 13, 2019
Classical Music, Orchestral
news

ANAM violinist heads to Bavarian State Opera

Johnny van Gend will be the first ANAM student to participate in the Bavarian State Opera’s Orchestra Academy as part of a new partnership between the two organisations.

August 12, 2019
Classical Music, Opera
news

Cleo Lee-McGowan triumphs at the Sydney Eisteddfod Opera Scholarship

The soprano will use her $43,000 scholarship to study at the Guildhall School of Music & Drama in London.

August 12, 2019
Visual Art
news

Djambawa Marawili wins prestigious Telstra Art Award

His winning stringybark painting is a reflection on his recent travels in the US spreading Yolŋu philosophy.

August 12, 2019
Theatre
news

The Ensemble announces its 2020 season

The line-up includes David Williamson's final play, a co-production with Sydney Festival, and seven plays written by women.

August 12, 2019
Chamber, Classical Music
news

Sheku Kanneh-Mason to make Australian debut in 2020

The British cellist, who shot to international stardom when he performed at the wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, will play at next year's Australian Festival of Chamber Music.

August 12, 2019
Chamber, Classical Music
news

Selby & Friends announces 2020 Season

Kathryn Selby presents old friends and exciting rising stars in 2020.

August 9, 2019

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