Sydney Symphony names David Robertson new chief
The American maestro takes over from Ashkenazy in 2014. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
May 15, 2012
Rufus Wainwright has been named a Steinway artist
The Canadian singer-songwriter turned opera composer gets his hands on some fine pianos. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
May 14, 2012
No tragedies in Opera Australia’s annual report
The opera powerhouse gets back in the black in 2011. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
May 14, 2012
Vale, Felix Werder (1922–2012)
The German-born composer and music critic for The Age dies at the age of 90. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
May 8, 2012
All-new Limelight magazine launches May 16
Richard Tognetti is the cover star with a no-holds-barred interview.
May 7, 2012
Melba to lose all its government funding
The well-endowed Melbourne label was the envy of the Australian record industry… until the cash dried up. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
May 4, 2012
Renee Fleming to sing for the Queen
The American soprano joins Lang Lang, Alfie Boe and… Kylie Minogue in concert at Buckingham Palace. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
May 4, 2012
Asher Fisch to take up WASO baton
The incoming chief says he wants to give Perth's state orchestra its own distinct sound.
May 2, 2012
Tokyo String Quartet calls it quits
The ensemble prepares to take their final bow after more than 40 years together. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
April 23, 2012
Cellists run marathon (with instruments in tow!)
Trio of “extreme” musicians carry their cellos 42km to raise money for spinal injury charity. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
April 19, 2012
May 2012 issue of Limelight on sale now!
Is composer Eric Whitacre the Messiah of new music? Plus, the truth behind Mozart's Requiem.
April 18, 2012
Peter Sculthorpe honoured in Art Music Awards
The legendary homegrown composer tells Limelight what he has in common with George Clooney. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
April 5, 2012
Tim Storrier wins the 2012 Archibald Prize
The eccentric self-portrait shows the artist with the tools of his trade, but without a face. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
March 30, 2012