Being a late-starter hasn’t deterred the talented Mr Northey
The in-demand Australian maestro talks about a life of the road and the importance of the message behind the music.
May 5, 2017
Review: Symphony for the Common Man (Sydney Symphony Orchestra)
Northey proves the world needs more Copland and less you know who.
March 16, 2017
Review: Rautavaara (Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Sydney Festival)
Benjamin Northey is expressive and authoritative in superb performances of works by the Finnish master.
January 12, 2017
Review: SIPCA Final Round 1 Concert 1
The first set of finalists battle it out with a trio Mozart concerti
July 20, 2016
Review: Mozart (Canberra Symphony Orchestra)
Tchaikovsky’s ‘Mozartian’ steals the spotlight in a Wolfgang-inspired programme. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
April 8, 2016
Review: Hitchcock & Herrmann (MSO)
This tribute to a seminal cinematic collaboration offers a thrilling homage to two great artists. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
February 6, 2016
Hitchcock and Herrmann: masters of suspense
MSO Associate Conductor Benjamin Northey shares why the Hitchcock-Herrmann partnership is cinema's finest.
February 4, 2016
Review: Review: The Environmental Symphony (MSO)
This touching tribute to composer Allan Zavod shares an important message in an easily accessible language.
December 22, 2015
Review: A Musical Valentine (Melbourne Symphony Orchestra)
A spirited evening of music wows a grateful crowd of 10,000. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
February 18, 2015
Review: The Peasant Prince (Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra)
TSO share the story of ballet dancer Li Cunxin with delightful music and stunning imagery. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
June 11, 2014
Review: Copland: Orchestral works (Emma Matthews, MSO/Northey)
The main strike against this CD is that it lasts barely 45 minutes. A pity, as the performances are very fine.
May 16, 2014
Review: Adés, Stanhope: Orchestral works (MSO/Northey)
Two spectacular instrumental showcases that, despite their differences, find common ground.
May 8, 2014
Review: Concert review: Beethoven’s Fifth (Tasmanian SO)
Equal respect given to composers old and new, from a variety of genres and nations, in a remarkable orchestral performance. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
April 16, 2014