The intersection of classical music with other genres such as rock and pop is growing fast, with novel sounds emerging. But what should we call such collaborations? Classical music? Serious music? And how did the division between highbrow and lowbrow music first come about?
As she prepares to unveil her Salome for Opera Australia, soprano Lise Lindstrom discusses the role’s myriad challenges, finding empathy for a ruined princess, and why she had to leave Nilsson behind.
A unique, immersive, joyous concert from the world’s first professional orchestra for musicians with a disability.
The inaugural Women in Music Festival will take place over two days in Melbourne, on a site that became a focal point for women’s suffrage, while ABC Classic celebrates International Women's Day on the airwaves.
An exhilarating concert showcasing the talent on offer from a band that blazed the HIP trail in Australia 30 years ago and is still going strong today.
A triumphant debut from a brilliant young pianist.
Star pianist’s profound new album is grown out of tragedy.
Attractive rediscovered works show another side of an eminent Victorian.
Wolfgang gets the Faustian treatment in first instalment.
Pulitzer Prize winner showcases her compositional practices.
We’re spoilt for choice with Papa Joe’s new London set.
A diverse musical collaboration free from traditional boundaries or limitations.
A top notch trio puts down some roots.
