The SSO and Sydney Philharmonia Choirs direct their combined sonic force toward an underexplored genre of music.

In 2025, Australian orchestras performed female composers more than Bach, Beethoven and Mozart combined. Hannah Lee Tungate walks us through the stats.

Two English 20th-century masterpieces in dynamic performances.

A program packed with contrast and superb music-making.

Powerful and at times diaphanous recreations of Debussy’s magnificent impressions.

An impressive debut performance from the 2026 SSO Fellows points the way to a brilliant year to come.

In a year defined by ambition, authority and musical impact, three towering names claim the honours.

The editors of Limelight share their selection of the most exciting classical music, opera and theatre events coming soon.

The latest arts appointments and departures.

Now in its 24th year, the Fellowship Program offers early-career musicians the opportunity to rehearse and perform with SSO players.

A major milestone for one of the most respected figures in classical music, but the numbers show the sector is still very much a boys' club.

Gold-standard disco hits delivered with panache by a sparkling SSO and guests.