8 February, 2011
10 Great Operas (you probably haven’t heard)
There is more to opera than La traviata and Turandot. In fact, some works of genius have escaped the attention of mainstream listeners. Sarah Noble lists opera’s hidden treasures.
7 February, 2011
Listen to the Top 10 Classical Recordings of 2001-2010
We gathered a panel of Limelight reviewers, ABC Classic FM producers and industry experts to choose the finest recordings of the 21st century so far. Listen to them here!
4 February, 2011
Decca relaunches
The historic Decca label has been restructured, heralding a return to its UK roots and a confirmed commitment to classical music. Access our paywalled content and archive of magazines, regular news and features for the limited offer of $3 per month. Support independent journalism. Subscribe now or log in to continue reading.
3 February, 2011
EMI taken over by Citibank
London-based music company EMI has been taken over by American financial services company Citigroup. Access our paywalled content and archive of magazines, regular news and features for the limited offer of $3 per month. Support independent journalism. Subscribe now or log in to continue reading.
3 February, 2011
Obituary: Milton Babbitt, composer
American composer and pioneer of electronic music passes away at the age of 94. Access our paywalled content and archive of magazines, regular news and features for the limited offer of $3 per month. Support independent journalism. Subscribe now or log in to continue reading.
1 February, 2011
Obituary: John Barry, film music composer
British film composer John Barry has died at the age of 77. Access our paywalled content and archive of magazines, regular news and features for the limited offer of $3 per month. Support independent journalism. Subscribe now or log in to continue reading.
31 January, 2011
Farewell, Dame Margaret
The Welsh soprano Dame Margaret Price, specialist in Mozart and Richard Strauss, has died aged 69. Access our paywalled content and archive of magazines, regular news and features for the limited offer of $3 per month. Support independent journalism. Subscribe now or log in to continue reading.
27 January, 2011
Was Chopin epileptic?
According to research published in Medical Humanities, it is likely that Frédéric Chopin suffered from epilepsy. Access our paywalled content and archive of magazines, regular news and features for the limited offer of $3 per month. Support independent journalism. Subscribe now or log in to continue reading.
27 January, 2011
Janowski and Pentatone to record all ten major Wagner operas
Two-year release schedule to begin with Flying Dutchman. Access our paywalled content and archive of magazines, regular news and features for the limited offer of $3 per month. Support independent journalism. Subscribe now or log in to continue reading.
25 January, 2011
Sydney Con heritage listed
The Sydney Conservatorium of Music, one of Australia’s oldest and most prestigious conservatories, has been added to the NSW heritage register. Access our paywalled content and archive of magazines, regular news and features for the limited offer of $3 per month. Support independent journalism. Subscribe now or log in to continue reading.
24 January, 2011
Sony Classical partners with the Metropolitan Opera
Four CD sets and four DVDs of Met productions to be released in February. Access our paywalled content and archive of magazines, regular news and features for the limited offer of $3 per month. Support independent journalism. Subscribe now or log in to continue reading.
21 January, 2011
Opera Australia sing for Queensland
Local and international stars of Opera Australia’s current season will take to the stage on February 6 to raise funds for Queensland flood victims. Access our paywalled content and archive of magazines, regular news and features for the limited offer of $3 per month. Support independent journalism. Subscribe now or log in to continue reading.
20 January, 2011
Featured recording interview: Brew Guitar Duo
Bradley Kunda and Matt Withers from Brew Guitar Duo on their stunning new album of Australian guitar music Landscape. Access our paywalled content and archive of magazines, regular news and features for the limited offer of $3 per month. Support independent journalism. Subscribe now or log in to continue reading.