Dog steals show in orchestra performance
A Labrador planted himself next to the concertmaster during a performance of Mendelssohn’s Italian Symphony in Turkey.
June 28, 2017
Angus McPherson
Angus McPherson is a writer, editor and digital content specialist. He is a former Deputy Editor of Limelight and has written for BBC Music Magazine, RealTime Arts and CutCommon. A flute player by training, he holds a PhD in Music.
Articles by Angus McPherson
Benett Tsai wins Ku-ring-gai Philharmonic Concerto Competition
The cellist and year eight student speaks about his win ahead of performances with the Willoughby Symphony Orchestra.
June 28, 2017
Former Four Winds CEO wins Arts Leadership Award
Sheena Boughen, pro bono CEO for Four Winds Bermagui for a decade, honoured at the Creative Partnership Awards. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
June 27, 2017
Madrid court orders Dalí’s remains to be exhumed
The embalmed body of the Spanish surrealist will be exhumed to settle a paternity suit. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
June 27, 2017
Australian composers take out prizes in Europe and the USA
Kate Moore has taken out the Matthijs Vermeulen Award while Lachlan Skipworth has won New England Philharmonic’s Call for Scores. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
June 26, 2017
Review: Pelléas et Mélisande (Sydney Symphony Orchestra)
Painterly orchestral story-telling in Debussy’s only completed opera.
June 24, 2017
Opera Australia announces La Bohème on the Harbour
Andy Morton will direct a brand new production of Puccini’s popular opera for 2018’s Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
June 22, 2017
Violinist to skydive nude in Guinness World Record attempt
Glen Donnelly hopes to raise $15,000 for charity by attempting the World’s Highest Musical Performance in Free-fall. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
June 21, 2017
Did you hear about the time Beethoven kissed the boy Liszt?
The great pianist treasured Beethoven’s kiss and incorporated it into his mythology, but did it occur in public or in private?
June 20, 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
Louis Lortie on the elusive depths of Chopin
Ahead of performances with WASO and ASO, the French-Canadian pianist explains the challenges of Chopin and Saint-Saëns. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
June 20, 2017
Shimon the robot marimbist performs own compositions
Researchers at Georgia Tech have used artificial intelligence and deep learning technology to teach a robot to compose. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
June 19, 2017
Review: Anacréon & Pigmalion (Pinchgut Opera)
A complex interweaving of plots and realities – with fantastic music.
June 16, 2017