A 20-something Finn made his Australian debut with a national orchestra and closed out the evening as though he owned the place.

Subtle, textured music from an enigmatic poet in sound.

Fine performances illuminate contrasting sacred settings, though the program struggles to sustain dramatic purpose.

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

This novel about conductor Anton Seidl is a sweeping tone poem to a gifted musician.

Esfahani dazzles in Bach's concertos for solo harpsichord and strings.

Violinist Leila Josefowicz and pianist John Novacek reunite in an extraordinary tour de force.

Beilman and Bihlmaier take the lead in WASO’s thrilling journey from Mendelssohn to Shostakovich.

Cellist Ivan Karizna – playing an instrument that once belonged to Paul Tortelier – is both songster and storyteller in his WASO debut.

This gripping novel explores the relationship between music and politics through the stories of three pianists, including Van Cliburn.

A richly rewarding program of Chinese orchestral music by a modern master.

Intelligent programming and inventive arrangements shine up some some rarely heard repertoire.