The great American composer discusses his gold rush opera and why he feels for others these days.

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

This month’s performance highlights from ABC Classic, independent radio and streaming.

John Adams conducts his Gold Rush opera, Janine Jansen thrills with Prokofiev and Sibelius, there are chamber music rarities and a new Gerontius on the block.

Back in the 18th century, Frederick the Great’s was clearly the court to beat.

Siobhan Stagg and Jaime Martín discuss the joys of collaborating on Strauss and Debussy.

Loeffler’s exquisite octet emerges from out of the mists of time.

Bak’s dramatic nous illuminates an immaculately curated program for viola.

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

Melbourne Symphony Orchestra launches new label, thrilling recitals from the Cliburn winner and Piers Lane, plus Rattle’s Spring Symphony and a new Ring on DVD.

Rattle on Britten: guaranteed to put a spring in your step.

Dmitri Tcherniakov’s Berlin Rheingold enthrals and occasionally frustrates.