Simone Young discusses the highlights of her second “theatrical” year as the SSO’s Chief Conductor, including several works she will conduct for the first time in her celebrated career.
Ahead of his debut with the Sydney Symphony Orchestra, the brilliant violinist discusses the greatness of Brahms’ work, Joseph Joachim’s influence on it, and working with Donald Runnicles again.
The editors of Limelight share their selection of the most exciting classical music, opera and theatre events coming soon.
A round-up of our recent news reports.
CEO Emma Dunch introduces the shorter than usual program, which features 19 in-demand Australian soloists and conductors, and 15 Australian world premieres from the 50 Fanfares project.
The gifted American cellist, 76, is mourned by all who knew and loved him.
Donald Runnicles offers up a rich and often exquisite meditation on death.
Donald Runnicles and the SSO pair Messiaen and Bruckner in a concert that touches on the divine.
The Scottish maestro is the Sydney Symphony Orchestra’s new Principal Guest Conductor. He talks to Clive Paget about early obsessions, managing relationships, and the thorny question of God and music.
Marin Alsop returns with an international Beethoven project, as does violinist Christian Tetzlaff, while the orchestra moves into the Town Hall.
We speak to David Robertson as the SSO looks to the future in a season of blockbuster concerts and new appointments, from Lang Lang’s return to Stuart Skelton in Peter Grimes.
Zambello's finely-judged Ring goes up in flames leaving the women to inherit what's left of the earth.
A gripping production and fine acting count for much, but this Siegfried is still holding out for a hero.
