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The third and final leg of a hugely satisfying journey through one of classical music’s most significant achievements.

Piano works by the master showcased by a true poet of the keyboard.

Czech pianist Lukáš Vondráček electrifies a journey of discovery into the music of classical music's titan.

WASO's 2026 showcases "extraordinary artistry" with Mahler Nine, Wagner's The Flying Dutchman and two new Aussie concertos.

Even if the plot is dubious, it’s all about the music and the voices. And oh, what voices.

Wagner and Debussy made shipshape and a major new contribution to Australia’s choral and symphonic repertoire from Paul Stanhope.

Dutch violinist Simone Lamsma and WASO deliver a concert worth sending to the memory bank.

Jenna Smith's appointment to a critical orchestral role blows a hole in the brass ceiling.

Piano superstar Daniil Trifonov Rachs up another stunning display with the on point Sydney Symphony.

Under the graceful command of Asher Fisch, Australia's next generation of orchestral players showed their stuff

Johann Strauss II’s New Year’s Eve staple Die Fledermaus proves perfect for the batty times we live in.