In total, 675 young musicians participated in this year’s competition, with ensembles ranging from traditional string quartets to a harmonica trio.

Guest violinist Johan Dalene's tempestuous virtuosity on thrilling display alongside Jennifer Marten-Smith's shimmering pianism.

Musica Viva Australia helps ensure music education survives in schools where it’s no longer guaranteed.

Jack Frerer discusses his new work, commissioned by Musica Viva Australia, and explains why he likes composing for instruments he can’t play.

Ali McGregor and Signum Saxophone Quartet deep dive the Hollywood Songbook in a stirring blend of sass, strut and swagger.

Soprano and cabaret star Ali McGregor on collaboration, the Hollywood Songbook, and the grit beneath the glamour of Tinseltown.

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.

Beautiful contrasts abound as 11 Australian composers arrange 12 of Jess Hitchcock’s songs.

Life as a Musica Viva Australia FutureMaker starts with a blank piece of paper, says Madeleine Jevons. "I’m hoping we can come up with something that will live on."

Matthias Schack-Arnott's spatial upgrade to Cage's Sonatas and Interludes honours a radical work with innovation of its own.

Limelight takes a look into the nuts and bolts of The Cage Project and the making of a mesmerising sonic and visual experience for Sydney Festival.

What do our small to medium ensembles have on offer in the year ahead?