The Venezuelan-born pianist, who was mentored by Martha Argerich and Nelson Freire, has become a favourite with Queensland audiences. He discusses his return after a pandemic-induced hiatus.

Queensland Symphony Orchestra’s opening concert for 2023 presented a bold mix of classical romanticism and First Nations works.

The whole world is talking about TÁR. It’s time for Australian orchestras to join the conversation on gender, the canon and conducting.

Taking up his new position in Honolulu, the Australian-Chinese maestro assures us he will be back as he embarks on his latest cross-cultural crusade.

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

QSO Principal Double Bassist Phoebe Russell proved mighty indeed as the soloist in Paul Dean’s sparkling new Concerto for Double Bass and Orchestra.

Why do post-concert celebrations so often revolve around alcohol? asks Guy Noble, who is thinking of trading a glass of bubbly for an iced doughnut.

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

An adaptation of Miles Franklin’s My Brilliant Career features in Li Cunxin’s 11th season as Artistic Director, with Liam Scarlett’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream set to enchant regional audiences.

The latest arts appointments and departures.

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

Likening opera to slow-cooking, Opera Queensland’s Artistic Director Patrick Nolan continues breaking new ground with his genre-defying programming from QPAC to the outback.