Father of the House
Without Sir Eugene Goossens, the Sydney Opera House might never have been built. On its 50th anniversary, we look at the road to its opening.
Without Sir Eugene Goossens, the Sydney Opera House might never have been built. On its 50th anniversary, we look at the road to its opening.
The sought-after Icelandic pianist will play JS Bach’s Goldberg Variations at the Adelaide Festival before heading for Sydney and Melbourne.
The SSO's Chief Conductor Simone Young talks to Limelight about some of her personal highlights in the upcoming season.
Directed by Andrew Haveron, the SSO strings strut their stuff and two extraordinary guest artists shine.
Justin Williams discusses his First Symphony, which the Queensland Symphony Orchestra will debut alongside Mahler’s Symphony No. 6.
The Spanish piano star Javier Perianes makes a stunning return to continue his luminous Beethoven cycle.
Pianist Javier Perianes expertly judged shifts of mood and tone in this illuminating recital of seldom heard Spanish works.
In August, Sydneysiders will finally get an opportunity to experience the full breadth of horn genius Stefan Dohr’s artistry.
The editors of Limelight share their selection of the most exciting classical music, opera and theatre events coming soon.
At this level of musicianship, reports Phil Scott, comparisons may be odious, but they’re also fascinating.
Six finalists will perform two concertos with the Sydney Symphony Orchestra in a fierce battle for first prize.
Brilliant showman Ray Chen is back with a new Strad for a spectacular double homecoming.
Three emerging violinists have won the chance to perform with Ray Chen and the Sydney Symphony Orchestra at the Sydney Opera House on 25 July.