Discover our readers' and critics' favourite artists of 2019, learn about Beethoven's final tempestuous year, and celebrate Musica Viva as it turns 75.

The standout CDs of 2019 plus music for your Christmas stockings, Bran Nue Dae at 30, David Williamson's final curtain call, and we interview Richard Mills.

The standout CDs of 2019 plus music for your Christmas stockings, Bran Nue Dae at 30, David Williamson's final curtain call, and we interview Richard Mills.

Teddy Tahu Rhodes on his lucky break, three departing maestri reflect on their work in Australia, and your essential guide to the arts in 2020.

A string of crowd-pleasing snapshots proves a highly enjoyable evening.

Mark Wigglesworth conducts Beethoven's nine symphonies over 10 days, a mini festival of women composers, and Nicholas Carter returns to conduct Mahler's Fifth.

Guy Noble explains why overcoming a fear of the musical unknown can lead to finding love in unexpected places.

This issue includes features on Léo Delibes' Sylvia, Shostakovich's Fourth Symphony, Golden Age string instruments, and composers Schumann and John Kander.

Explore the history of Delibes' Sylvia, why Shostakovich's Fourth Symphony was so dangerous, and discover what makes 'Golden Age' instruments so special.

Guy Noble explores the dark side of tourism, which he believes commodifies what should be valuable experiences.

David Berthold announces his fifth and final program – and he promises it's his biggest, most adventurous yet.

Learn how Lang Lang became a more rounded artist, brush up on Opera Australia's Brett Whiteley opera, and discover the rich musical history of Notre Dame.