Review: Mozart & Beethoven (Sydney Symphony Orchestra)
Double delight as two international sensations – conductor Dmitry Matvienko and violinist Aiko Suwanai – make their Sydney debuts.
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.
Double delight as two international sensations – conductor Dmitry Matvienko and violinist Aiko Suwanai – make their Sydney debuts.
An audience well and truly transfigured by a night at the Opera House.
Away with the doom and gloom; Omega brings on a night of uplifting comfort music.
Sydney Philharmonia Choir’s powerhouse debut concert sends a timely message but fails to electrify.
Horns of plenty as Nexas Quartet dishes up a gourmet feast of Gershwin.
A relaxing breath of fresh air for music fans in the teeming Emerald City.
Royally complex, controversial and chameleon-like music from Malcolm Williamson.
A little night music with a slice of Vienna from homecoming pianist Joseph Havlat.
Andrea Lam’s gemlike intimate collection has something for every piano lover.
It’s back to nature as top a cappella group Sjaella make a return song-and-dance visit.
Sydney Chamber Choir notches up a half century with plenty of splendour and gravitas.
A memorable Ravel treat and some angelic violin from SSO favourite Arabella Steinbacher.
Golden moments as ACO brings substitutes off its talent-packed bench for this 50th birthday bash.