Russians adore Aussie maestro with link to Rasputin’s killer
A surprising branch of Alexander Briger’s family tree sees his Moscow opera engagement turn into a media frenzy.
February 22, 2017
Ralph Fiennes to direct film biopic about Rudolf Nureyev
With a cast including Ukrainian star dancer Sergei Polunin, The White Crow focusses on Nureyev’s defection to the US. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
February 22, 2017
Fine Music 102.5 launches new Learning Centre
The radio station on Sydney’s North Shore has opened a brand new educational hub to nurture new audiences for classical music. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
February 21, 2017
György Kurtág celebrates birthday, anniversary and award
The composer and his wife Marta have been awarded the Borletti-Buitoni Trust Award on his 91st birthday and their 70th anniversary. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
February 20, 2017
Play piano duets with an AI partner
Google’s new musical experiment with artificial intelligence means you’ll never have to play alone again. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
February 20, 2017
Sydney International Piano Competition’s 40th B’day bash
The prestigious Australian comp marks 40 years with national recital tours by First Prize and People's Choice winners.
February 20, 2017
Adelaide Festival offers $5 student tix and Pay What You Can
Teens and concession card holders have greater opportunities to attend the Fest with the return of accessibility schemes. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
February 20, 2017
Sydney Symphony Orchestra announces its 2017 Fellows
Fifteen of Australia’s rising classical music stars will participate in the orchestra’s intensive training programme. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
February 19, 2017
Adelaide Festival Centre achieves 800% return on investment
Ernst and Young report finds Festival Centre Trust made a $107.8 million contribution to the economy in 2015-2016. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
February 17, 2017
Stuart Skelton blasts programming choices at Opera Australia
The Heldentenor criticised OA for repetitive choices and employing “second rate” international singers. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
February 17, 2017
Australian Cultural Fund doubles down on Art Music Fund
Donations made to the Double the Score campaign will be matched dollar-for-dollar by the ACF. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
February 16, 2017
Chamber Made Opera appoints a new Artistic Director
Performance artist and director Tamara Saulwick steps into a new role at the adventurous CMO. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
February 16, 2017
Debut of Mao-era ballet has Australian protestors seeing red
Australian Values Alliance has condemned Arts Centre Melbourne’s programming The Red Detachment of Women. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
February 15, 2017