Striving for success in Nazi Germany, Carl Orff led a life of grim deceit. But, says director Tony Palmer who has documented that life on film, let’s not sell him short as a composer.
April 1, 2016
Pratt is a singer at the height of her powers, but in spite of her solid gold C.V., she has been a relatively rare presence on home turf.
April 1, 2016
Sci-fi super fans and theme park investors will give the Opera on the Harbour set a new lease of life after the production closes.
March 31, 2016
Composer Sean O’Boyle’s Goulburn Concerto pairs the talents of the pros with the enthusiasm of youth.
March 31, 2016
Is a conductor akin to a god? Some reflections on intelligent design lead inexorably from the Deity to Herbert von Karajan.
March 31, 2016
The award-winning musician explains how he fell in love with his instrument and why he’s on a one-man mission to promote it. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
March 31, 2016
Finnish researchers have examined how concert hall acoustics can influence the emotional response of a listener.
March 31, 2016
★★★★☆ A three-part polyphonic soothing of the soul for Easter.
March 30, 2016
The Arts Minister doesn’t want to be judged on the “quantum” of Government investment, but what of its cultural legacy? Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
March 30, 2016
Irish conductor Eimear Noone is harnessing virtual reality technology to make living room Maestros.
March 30, 2016
In a revealing conversation, the conductor shares his ideas on life and music making. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
March 29, 2016
The Sydney Opera House will display the tapestry by the French artist, commissioned by the venue’s architect in 1958. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
March 29, 2016