Among the recipients are clarinettist Magdalenna Krstevska, euphonium player James Blackford, and soprano Yvette Keong.

Ahead of its burlesque take on The Tales of Hoffmann, Emotionworks Cut Opera’s Julie Edwardson discusses the company’s mission, performing in a cabaret environment, and taking on the opera purist.

Young singers will have the opportunity to further their careers both in Australia and overseas through the newly created scholarships.

The Italian baritone, a frequent stage and recording partner of Maria Callas', has died at 95.

The soprano plans to use the prize money to receive further training overseas.

Donald Runnicles offers up a rich and often exquisite meditation on death.

The luthier and pioneer of Australian guitar design has died aged 75.

A champion of works by Monteverdi and Cavalli, the pioneering English conductor has died aged 92.

Its Create Grants program awards writers and artists a living allowance, enabling them to create new work.

Dasika will use the $20,000 prize to commission new works for double bass by composers who have worked between Western and Carnatic music traditions.

The classical music category was introduced by the National Live Music Awards this year.

Other items up for auction include two premium tickets to Yo-Yo Ma's Sydney performance, with proceeds going to Gondwana's programs for children.