Your essential coast-to-coast guide to the Australian music being played on our concert stages this month.

Packed with premieres, modern music marvels and a 10th birthday celebration, EO's 2026 promises "a new era of bold sounds".

Cornel Wilczek, Jed Kurzel and the Bluey music team among the screen composers honoured this year.

Beth Roche, Thomas Misson, Robert McIntyre and Jessie Leov to write new works, mentored by internationally acclaimed composers.

Felix Wallis will write a chamber work for the Australia Ensemble's 2026 season.

It's World Opera Day on Saturday 25 October. Here's how to celebrate.

WASO's 2026 showcases "extraordinary artistry" with Mahler Nine, Wagner's The Flying Dutchman and two new Aussie concertos.

The composer on his Australian Art Music playlist, Limelight's Guide to Australian Composers, the 25 in 25 vote – and his next big move.

Two national tours, two festivals and stellar guest musicians make up a season that "brims with personality".

Mahler One, Shostakovich Ten, a new accordion concerto and plenty more in store for the TSO's "life-affirming" 2026 season.

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

The accomplished percussionist, composer and educator is "excited and humbled" to take the reins of the institution in January 2026.