The October 2026 issue of Limelight is now available, and hard copies are on their way to those with print subscriptions.

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Articles
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Lifting the Lid

British pianist Paul Lewis on playing Beethoven and Mozart’s piano sonatas.

by Clive Paget

Bridging the Gap

An inside look at Australia’s orchestral fellowships.

by Emily Thornton

Curtain Up

Australia’s new and refurbished performance venues, and the closures.

by Jo Litson

Beyond the Flag

The Australian composers riding high at Musikfest Berlin, and what it means.

by Breandáin O'Shea

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