Review: ANAM Sketches (Australian National Academy of Music)
Future stars shine bright in this showcase of Australia’s young musical talent.
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.
Future stars shine bright in this showcase of Australia’s young musical talent.
Alexander Briger’s Australian World Orchestra “embraces everything” in a rare Mahler double bill.
One for the ages as Simone Young and the SSO track Richard Strauss’s musical journey.
Ukrainian music comes out of the cellar with folk-infused fiddle collection.
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.