Music is not and never has been isolated from politics, writes Peter Tregear. Melbourne Symphony Orchestra should know this.

MSO pulls plug on concert having already removed pianist Jayson Gillham from the performance over Gaza comments – and issues apology.

MSO musicians not consulted by management over decision to cancel Jayson Gillham's MSO concert, says MEAA. Concerns raised over freedom of expression.

The pianist has been removed from an upcoming performance for 'introductory remarks' to a piece dedicated to journalists killed in Gaza.

A note perfect performance of works exploring the hidden awe of daily life and the changing of seasons.

Katy Abbott unleashes stories and emotions long trapped inside envelopes marked 'return to sender'.

As four Australian orchestras prepare to perform his music, we trace Bruckner's career, along with his obsessions and oddities.

This month’s performance highlights from ABC Classic, independent radio and streaming.

Brock Imison, Principal Contrabassoon with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, explains the appeal of the “weird” instrument.

Mahler’s Resurrection, superstars Lang Lang and Joyce DiDonato and a celebration of the 150th anniversary of Ravel’s birth in the mix for MSO 2025.

Composers Elena Kats-Chernin, Elliott Gyger, Cheryl Durongpisitkul and Mindy Meng Wang among this year's finalists.

Siobhan Stagg and Jaime Martín discuss the joys of collaborating on Strauss and Debussy.