If you go to Siena, beware the impulse to remain forever in this city of fine food, wine and music.

Why do we humans feel this insatiable need to express ourselves? Perhaps we should take a hint from our animal companions.

Voice Types in Opera

The mezzo received distressing messages on Twitter following rumours of an affair with David Beckham.

Peter Tregear takes up the baton at a troubled music institution in transition.

Universal Music launches Sydney nightclub concert series with suave tenor Noah Stewart.

The Condon music roll archive captures the playing of more than 700 pianists including Debussy and Gershwin.

Orchestras are obsessed with appealing to a younger audience; it’s time oldies took a stand.

Many newbie concertgoers are confused by the gesticulations of the man with the baton. We unveil the mystery of the maestro: their history, their habits and the unexpected hazards of the profession.

The Finnish capital is a city that takes pride in its cultural heritage and stunning landscape.

Rather than whine about a lack of sponsorship, perhaps arts companies should do more to pamper their sponsors.

When to clap, why to clap, when to boo, what to do if you can’t stop coughing… We answer some of the most common questions.