Harrison's Lewis Carroll-inspired chamber work has been recognised by the Sydney Con after its premiere by Eighth Blackbird earlier this year.

In a good news story, the Sydney Con and others are getting behind the aims of the National Music Teacher Mentoring Program.

Sako Dermenjian, in his first year at the Sydney Con, will perform at a festival showcasing the talents of refugees and migrants.

Working with musicians like the Kronos Quartet and Lou Harrison, Wu Man changed the image of the pipa worldwide. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in

Mythic trees and glaciers abound in the Sydney Con's wind symphony showcase.

Lim reiterates the importance of programming women composers; Sydney Con introduces a new composition prize for women. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in

Fine music making plumbs tales of hardship, trauma and dislocation.

Jewish artists fleeing persecution in Europe in the 1930s created work in Australia, the US, Japan and even in concentration camps. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in

Tributes are flowing for the acclaimed musicologist and inspiring teacher, who has passed away aged 71. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in

Entertaining production with great music, if not exactly suitable for children.

"Orchestral commissions more typically go to men," says the composer whose new work is inspired by Olive Pink’s Botanic Garden.

Recently returned from the UK, the acclaimed Australian composer has been snapped up by the University of Sydney. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in