A major milestone for one of the most respected figures in classical music, but the numbers show the sector is still very much a boys' club.

The American composer withdraws his 'Lincoln' Symphony from its world premiere citing a conflict of values.

Ahead of his 2026 tour, the hugely popular classical composer talks about his deep connection to Sydney's Eastern Suburbs and reveals how he paints with music.

Mel Cantwell, Co-Artistic Director of Perth’s Lost and Found Opera, talks about the company’s relaunch at this year’s Perth Festival.

Perth Festival 2026 will see the city turned into a stage, with performances and installations reimagining its landmarks.

Dancers put body and soul into Raewyn Hill's new work, but the surprises lie in superbly played musical choices.

Ahead of performances at the Canberra International Music Festival, French bagpiper Erwan Keravec talks about expanding the reach of his instrument.

New Wuthering Heights ballet opening in Russian-occupied Crimea uses Glass's music without his permission.

Glass and Cocteau find thrillingly eloquent champions in the Labèque sisters.

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

One of Australia’s all-time greats lands a phenomenal premiere at his hometown show – which UK violinist Thomas Gould then stole.

When it comes to playing Philip Glass, says the violinist, "Your fingers need to be a volcano, but your brain needs to be a freezer.”