Lockdown was an opportunity to commission "Listen", a song that has resonated with many.

Peter Evans discusses the company's new series of debates, its podcasts Speak the Speech, and the likely return of the Prince of Denmark next year.

How a chorusmaster's cock-up caused an unsolicited encore in the middle of Elektra.

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As Sydney venues begin to open their doors, Steve Dow investigates the various COVID safety protocols in place.

From Nicola Benedetti’s “benchmark recording” of Elgar to Lang Lang’s less successful take on Bach.

As she prepares to lead the West Australian Symphony Orchestra in its return to the concert hall, the conductor tells us what she's been up to during the shutdowns.

What's on the airwaves across ABC Classic and independent radio stations, plus the latest streaming news, reviews and highlights.

As Richard Bonynge turns 90, Jan Bowen argues that it’s time to dispel the ‘svengali’ myth and recognise his unmatched contribution to the musical world in its own right.

Dynamic new music projects are emerging from lockdown, Julian Day reports.

The Australian conductor discusses her synaesthesia, her new role at Canberra Symphony Orchestra, and her love of butterflies.

Find out what's on stage – and streaming online – in October from Limelight editors Jo Litson, Angus McPherson and Clive Paget.