Review: St John Passion (Melbourne Symphony Orchestra)
A nuanced, emotionally stirring rendition of the last days of Christ, conducted with reverence for music and story.
A nuanced, emotionally stirring rendition of the last days of Christ, conducted with reverence for music and story.
Mozart heads up this month with Igor Levit and Víkingur Ólafsson hot on his heels. Vocal delights include Sarah Connolly’s Mahler and miraculous choral music by Stephen Hough.
Bold new series complements ancient with modern.
MSO Chief Conductor Jaime Martín’s second season in the job is a wide-ranging campaign for hearts, minds and inflation-weary wallets.
Star soprano Chloe Lankshear discusses the universal language of Bach, the awe-inspiring sound of a choir, and performing with acclaimed conductor Stephen Layton.
Hugh Robertson, the Orchestra’s Editorial Manager and former Limelight Deputy Editor, reveals what he is most looking forward to next year.
A boon for lovers of Finzi, a composer enjoying a resurgence.
Masterworks of a rising star sung by a masterly choir.
A freewheeling line-up of guest conductors and concerto soloists will keep the orchestra on its toes in its year between Chiefs.
Nicholas Carter’s final year as Principal Conductor features a world premiere for Pinchas Zukerman’s 70th birthday, and Jayson Gillham playing five Beethoven piano concertos.
Energy, dash, and force honour a German-trained Irishman.
The Trinity Choir director reveals his deep connection to the music of Herbert Howells. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
One of Herbert Howells’ many settings of the Anglican act of worship is treated as reverently as it deserves. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in