The beloved festival of food, wine and chamber music in Mudgee will close its doors this November.

The Don't Stop the Music campaign, a national appeal for unused or unwanted instruments launched by the ABC, Salvation Army and Musica Viva, has seen astonishing results.

Natalie Williams has won this year’s commission for the creation of a new musical work of a substantial nature.

The pianist and Musica Viva Futuremaker tells us about her fascination with colour ahead of performances at the Huntington Estate Music Festival.

Acclaimed soloists join forces for a program of musical brilliance and passion.

Musica Viva’s outgoing CEO reflects on almost two decades in a role she’d originally planned as a career stepping-stone.

A sublime concert in which the piano virtuoso told us about silence, and how to listen.

A rare but supremely rewarding opportunity to be in the presence of musical royalty.

One of the foremost interpreters of Bach, the Hungarian-born, English pianist tells us about his favourite composer, what counts as interpretation, and studying with the fierce Ferenc Rados.

The venerable Borodins save the best till last, excelling in Shostakovich’s final quartet.

Rising star exudes artistry and virtuosity in a thrilling recital.

Carl Vine tells us about a “very daring” year of new artists and new works, as well as the long awaited return of some old friends.