Supported by Melbourne Conservatorium of Music, University of Melbourne

Wind power

The University of Melbourne's Wind Symphony tour is more than just a talent flex, it's a chance to be part of a major world premiere.

July 24, 2025
Supported by State Opera South Australia

Worlds Within Worlds 

State Opera South Australia’s Artistic Director Dane Lam tells us why audiences should expect a thrilling joyride when The Magic Flute arrives in Adelaide.

July 21, 2025
features

Perfect Isolation

Stephanie Eslake explains how Tasmania’s secluded, idyllic location has inspired a creative movement, making the remote island state an ideal place for music and arts lovers to visit.

February 24, 2025
Supported by Ryan Maxwell Event

River as Cultural Bridge

The China National Symphony Orchestra Chorus brings its revered Yellow River Cantata to Australian. In return, says conductor Guy Noble, they get to sing Waltzing Matilda.

February 12, 2025
Supported by Southern Cross Soloists

SXS 2025: “Human-to-human connection”

As Southern Cross Soloists turns 30, Limelight speaks to SXS's Ashley Smith about 30 years of the little company that could – and did.

January 10, 2025
Supported by Australian Haydn Ensemble

Inside Haydn’s Passion

Violinist Skye McIntosh unpacks Australian Haydn Ensemble's latest offering, one promising "catharsis and connection".

November 13, 2024
Supported by Sydney Symphony Orchestra

Vasily Petrenko on The Rite of Spring

Ahead of his return to the SSO, the celebrated conductor explains what makes Stravinsky’s masterpiece so compelling a century after its infamous premiere.

October 21, 2024
Supported by Sydney Symphony Orchestra

An Inspiring Collaboration

The Sydney Symphony Orchestra and Australian String Quartet join forces for one special concert.

April 24, 2024
Supported by Sydney Symphony Orchestra

Simone Young starts 2024 on the right note

The Sydney Symphony’s Chief Conductor gives a preview of the start of the Orchestra’s season, with two landmark events and one shining jewel.

January 23, 2024
Supported by Sydney Youth Orchestras

Stanley Dodds: Modern Maestro

Stanley Dodds, the Sydney Youth Orchestra's new Chief Conductor, talks to Limelight about the "buzz" he gets on the podium and being a "slow cooker".

November 16, 2023