With the opening weekend of the Brisbane Festival in full swing, we check in with the outgoing Artistic Director.

As Alondra de la Parra's contract comes to an end, the orchestra's 2020 season will focus on fresh voices, with a number of young artists making their debuts with the orchestra.

Majestic music inspired by the Americas and the New World.

Viola takes centre stage, and Schubert’s 'Great' is just that.

Four worthy pianists joined the Queensland Symphony Orchestra in the finals of the competition in Brisbane.

The German violist talks about Bartók’s Viola Concerto, written in the final weeks of the composer’s life, inspired by the destruction of Hungary during WWII, and a fearsome challenge for musicians.

The ballet is now an old warhorse, but Igor Tsvirko was dazzling as Spartacus on opening night.

A passionate rendition of Dvořák’s Cello Concerto headlines an impressive program.

The esteemed Irish pianist and educator is the Jury Chair of the Lev Vlassenko Piano Competition in Queensland. He offers words of advice to young musicians.

Berlioz’s fantastic dreams brought to life by conductor’s personal touch.

Conductor Diego Matheuz provides confident leadership in this consistently entertaining concert.

He receives a $5000 cash prize and the chance to perform with the orchestra.