Patrick Thomas has died
The Australian conductor, known for his fierce advocacy of Australian music, has passed away aged 85. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
August 2, 2017
APRA AMCOS leads a push for music industry gender parity
In response to RMIT research, APRA AMCOS has announced a raft of initiatives to increase female participation. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
August 2, 2017
New Zealand orchestra rehearses in funeral home
The Marlborough Civic Orchestra in New Zealand’s South Island has found a uniquely quiet space in which to practise. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
August 1, 2017
Sydney Dance Company’s New Breed 2017 announced
Five rising-star choreographers have been commissioned to create new works for the company. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
August 1, 2017
Slava Grigoryan wins Best Independent Classical Album
His Bach Cello Suites has been recognised at the AIR Awards, as was James Morrison and Don Burrows’ In Good Company. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
July 31, 2017
Barrie Kosky’s probing Meistersinger wows at Bayreuth
Kosky praised for embracing the opera's complexities; Domingo and Alagna part of Bayreuth's 2018 programme.
July 31, 2017
Gender parity in the music industry still out of reach
A new report shows women continue to be shut out across key sectors of the contemporary Australian music scene.
July 31, 2017
Winner of the 2017 Archibald Prize announced
Mitch Cairns has taken out the Archibald Prize for his portrait of artist Agatha Gothe-Snape. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
July 28, 2017
None shall sleep as opera is premiered on a train
Passengers on an overnight train witnessed the world premiere of an opera inspired by items of luggage. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
July 26, 2017
Furious ex destroys over $1 million worth of violins
A woman in Japan has been arrested on suspicion of smashing her former partner’s valuable violin collection. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
July 26, 2017
David Robertson extends his SSO contract by one year
The SSO Chief Conductor and Artistic Director is to stay through 2019, and has revealed a little of his 2018 programme.
July 25, 2017
Melbourne Festival 2017 programme announced
Jonathan Holloway looks to “the bigger picture” with Taylor Mac, Under Siege and a Requiem for Cambodia on the bill. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
July 25, 2017
New Akram Khan work to headline OzAsia 2017
A slice of life over 100 years in a Singapore hotel, a virtual opera star and a mysterious bathhouse are among the offerings. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
July 25, 2017