Deborah Cheetham has composed a new carol for ABC Classic, which Australians are invited to record together. Russell Torrance talks to Limelight about the project and how he can't hear the music without crying.

The beloved ABC Classic broadcaster discusses his earliest musical memories, getting assigned the tuba on account of his height, and the prospect of introducing his son to Beethoven and Mahler.

Discover the role the arts can play in the face of a climate crisis, and learn about the exciting new collaborations between Indigenous composers and Western classical musicians.

The composer has taken top honours in this year's ABC Classic 100.

Limelight talks to Russell Torrance about this year's strong contenders, Puccini's emotional manipulation, and the passion of the tuba.