Review: Tchaikovsky’s Fifth Symphony (Sydney Symphony Orchestra)
Two Russian masterpieces where the composers win against the odds.
Steve Moffatt’s earliest musical memories are of his father’s dubious tenor accompanying 78s of Gigli and Björling. As a local newspaper reporter in London, he covered Jimi Hendrix’s inquest. Now retired, he reviews concerts for Limelight and NewsLocal newspapers, where he worked as production editor.
Two Russian masterpieces where the composers win against the odds.
Percussion supremo Claire Edwardes reaches a watershed moment.
More family favourites from Paul Dyer and the Brandies – this time with splendid voices.
Hammer time: Donald Runnicles carves Mahler’s mighty Tragic masterpiece.
Anna Lapwood’s cinematic sweep marries the majestic grand organ with elite orchestra.
“Violinist’s violinist,” Ilya Gringolts shows Satanic majesty as he takes on the Devil.
Sydney Chamber Choir’s association with this work has always been strong. Under Sam Allchurch's direction, it grows even deeper.
This month’s performance highlights from ABC Classic, independent radio and streaming.
Two scintillating performances under the baton of British conductor Alexander Soddy.
Luminescence shine a vivid light on Gesualdo’s astonishing dark masterpiece.
Percussion maestro Timothy Constable escorts us on a joyride through a year that changed everything.
Australian Haydn Ensemble frames some picture-perfect quartets as old Colonials watch on.
SPC's 2026 gets off to a steamy, Glorious three-pronged start.