Review: Of Nature and Humanity (SCM Wind Symphony)
Mythic trees and glaciers abound in the Sydney Con's wind symphony showcase.
August 28, 2017
Liza Lim calls for gender parity in Australian music
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
August 14, 2017
Review: Seven Deadly Sins (Sydney Conservatorium of Music)
Fine music making plumbs tales of hardship, trauma and dislocation.
August 6, 2017
Out of the Shadows festival revives Jewish music and theatre
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
July 28, 2017
Richard Toop has died
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
June 20, 2017
Review: La Calisto (Sydney Conservatorium of Music Opera School)
Entertaining production with great music, if not exactly suitable for children.
May 24, 2017
Anne Boyd’s commission a rare punt on a woman
"Orchestral commissions more typically go to men," says the composer whose new work is inspired by Olive Pink’s Botanic Garden.
March 22, 2017
Liza Lim to nurture women composers at the Sydney Con
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
January 31, 2017
Katia Beaugeais celebrates First Light at Uluru
From saxophone orchestra to wind symphony, Katia’s latest piece showcases woodwind in a new and innovative way. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
September 14, 2016
Sydney Con receives a $500,000 gift
A major endowment in memory of Richard Pulley will allow the Sydney Conservatorium to expand its regional buddy program. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
August 31, 2016
Professor Anna Reid appointed as Dean of Sydney Con
After controversial departures by the previous two Deans, will the third time be the charm for the music school? Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
June 8, 2016
Review: Review: Sound Gardens (Sydney Conservatorium, Vivid)
★★★☆☆ Interactive installation blossomed with new music. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
May 30, 2016
Review: The Fairy Queen (Sydney Conservatorium of Music)
★★★☆☆ Glittering Con students put the magic into Purcell’s semi-opera. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
May 18, 2016