Sydney Philharmonia Choirs' lost season is resurrected by the power of the Passion.

The new festival, which replaces the long-running Melbourne Festival, will feature work by Patricia Piccinini, Deborah Cheetham, Matthias Schack-Arnott and more.

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A sculptural portrait of the prolific composer was unveiled last night at the Sydney Conservatorium, while Cheetham herself delivered an inspirational lecture.

A moving concert, which left everyone present wrapped in a warm, sonic hug.

Deborah Cheetham is the MSO's First Nations Creative Chair while Dr Anita Collins has been appointed the Creative Chair for Learning and Engagement.

Kathryn Stott unveils her final program as Artistic Director, postponed after the cancellation of the 2020 festival.

The ANAM Set will see 67 Australian composers write six-minute works for 67 ANAM musicians. Pairing them will be like a Tetris game, but exciting, says Creative Coordinator Leigh Harrold.

The 40th anniversary season will feature Lorelei, a new Marriage of Figaro and Aida with Opera Australia, as well as a regional tour of Are You Lonesome Tonight, which combines opera and country music.

Next year will see the long-awaited return of Richard Meale’s Voss, as well as four world premieres by Australian composers.

Deborah Cheetham has composed a new carol for ABC Classic, which Australians are invited to record together. Russell Torrance talks to Limelight about the project and how he can't hear the music without crying.

Asher Fisch returns to lead a bold and diverse season that relies on WASO’s own musicians.