The dispute with former MSO managing director Sophie Galaise is over, announces the pianist. But the battle for "artistic freedom' rolls on.

From Stravinsky to Star Wars? What used to be thought of as a gateway to 'proper' symphonic music is now a mainstay of orchestral programming.

On the 150th anniversary of Ravel's birth, Robert Treviño and Bertrand Chamayou talk to us about why his music is so unique and widely loved.

Liza Lim talks to Maddy Briggs about her curatorial vision for the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra’s 2025 Metropolis Festival.

Mindy Meng Wang began playing the guzheng at seven. Now based in Melbourne, she is a pioneer in introducing it to Western music.

The latest arts appointments and departures.

The editors of Limelight share their selection of the most exciting classical music, opera and theatre events coming soon.

The MSO kicks off its first full orchestra overseas tour since 2019 with an appearance at the Edinburgh International Festival.

Tenth Muse Initiative tracked diversity in Australian orchestral programming in 2024. Which organisations are pulling their weight?

Under Jaime Martín's baton, the MSO prioritised clarity and precision, allowing Mahler’s meticulous orchestration to speak for itself.

Europe-based Australian violinist Natalie Chee is "thrilled" to be returning home to take up the position of Concertmaster with the MSO.

Schubert’s Winterreise is widely regarded as the pinnacle of German Lieder. German baritone Matthias Goerne discusses why he is so drawn to it.