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Classical Music
Live Review

Review: Italian Gala (Queensland Symphony Orchestra)

Italian opera favourites meet film and tango music in a light-hearted, designed-to-please concert.

May 18, 2026
Classical Music
Live Review

Review: Respighi, Higgins & Strauss (Queensland Symphony Orchestra)

Italian conductor Riccardo Minasi puts on a thrilling display of artistry in his exuberant QSO debut.

April 20, 2026
Classical Music, Opera, Theatre
features

On Stage: the events you need to see in May 2026

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

April 20, 2026
Classical Music, Theatre
features

Newsworthy: May 2026

A round-up of our recent news reports.

April 20, 2026
Classical Music, Dance
Live Review

Review: Messa da Requiem (Queensland Ballet, QSO, Brisbane Chorale & Canticum Chamber Choir)

Verdi’s emotional journey elaborated with stunning displays of dramatic spectacle, mass choreography and fine voices.

March 30, 2026
Classical Music, Instrumental, Orchestral
features

Playing Up: The Trombone with Jörgen van Rijen

A childhood dream led Dutch musician Jörgen van Rijen to the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra. But first, he had to grow into his instrument.

March 23, 2026
Classical Music
Live Review

Review: Umberto’s Mahler 5 (Queensland Symphony Orchestra)

QSO's 2026 Maestro Series opens with Mahler and Mendelssohn in a brilliantly delivered concert.

March 22, 2026
News
news

Queensland Symphony Orchestra announces 2026 Academy cohort

Seven recent graduates join a program designed to help bridge the gap between study and a sustainable orchestral career.

March 17, 2026
Classical Music, Orchestral
news

Is the tide turning in Australian orchestral programming?

In 2025, Australian orchestras performed female composers more than Bach, Beethoven and Mozart combined. Hannah Lee Tungate walks us through the stats.

March 10, 2026
Classical Music, Dance, Opera, Theatre
features

On Stage: the events you need to see in March 2026

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

February 23, 2026
Chamber, Classical Music
Live Review

Review: QSO Portraits: Emily Granger (Queensland Symphony Orchestra)

QSO wears its heart on its sleeve in a concert featuring a Valentine's Day gift made to last.

February 16, 2026
Classical Music, Orchestral
features

Season Preview 2026: Orchestras and Symphonic Choirs

What do our orchestras and choirs have on offer in the year ahead?

December 19, 2025
Classical Music, Orchestral
features

World Premiere: Harp Concerto

Tristan Coelho introduces his new composition, written for his wife, harpist Emily Granger, and the Queensland Symphony Orchestra.

December 19, 2025

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