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.

Olli Leppäniemi, Lerida Delbridge and Robert Smith have all earned permanent positions within the Sydney Symphony Orchestra.

What do our orchestras and choirs have on offer in the year ahead?

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

Big themes and big emotions dominate – from Mozart’s Requiem to Mahler’s symphonies to Tippett’s humanist oratorio.

Limelight published hundreds of live music, theatre, dance and opera reviews this year. But what were the critiques that really clicked with our readers?

A powerful and beautiful tribute to the victims of a war Australia won’t talk about.