On the Record: May 2026
This month features new music from Huw Watkins and Bernadette Harvey, old music by Dowland and Zelenka and blockbusters care of Alkan, Bizet and Lise Davidsen.
This month features new music from Huw Watkins and Bernadette Harvey, old music by Dowland and Zelenka and blockbusters care of Alkan, Bizet and Lise Davidsen.
Awesome virtuosity adds to the intrigue of Alkan’s quirky music.
A compelling triple bill explores mortality through ritual, sculpture and ecstatic movement.
A soncert series designed to lift the spirit, enrich the mind and celebrate the profound intersection of music and sacred tradition.
The pinnacle of cathedral organ music, brilliantly delivered by organ master Joseph Nolan.
An inspired program explores the furthest reaches of ecstasy and suffering.
Playing the recently installed organ at St James' Sydney, Joseph Nolan makes light work of some challenging material.
An expressive Australian voice well-served by vivid performances.
The award-winning British-Australian organist tells us about the music of French composer Charles-Valentin Alkan, which he is about to record in Luxembourg.
David Elton and Joseph Nolan, masters of their respective instruments, deliver a barnstorming concert of trumpet and organ.
A goosebump-inducing demonstration of the power of the human voice.
“Musical bliss and spiritual awakening” on offer in Perth's St George's Cathedral.
The renowned English-born Australian organist and conductor describes the experience of playing in St Michaelis, Hamburg, a beautiful church with six organs.