Our reviewers and readers have voted for the Australian and international artists who raised their heart rates in 2022. Their votes have been tallied, and we are thrilled to announce our winners.

As COVID restrictions ease, how can the arts sector provide safe spaces for half a million immunodeficient Australians?

On the eve of his visit to Melbourne and Perth, the renowned UK-based conductor discusses the rise of music in UK schools and his hope of starting a Russian-Ukrainian orchestra when the conflict is over.

The editors of Limelight share their selection of the most exciting classical music, opera and theatre events coming soon.

Have COVID delays led to a more in-depth exploration of original ideas by contemporary music makers?

Michael Sollis asks if it is fair to expect artists to rise above their individual pain and turn their attention to creating works that address the broader societal challenges of the pandemic.

Postponed three years because of COVID, Ben Robinson's 'new-old' work is about to be given its world premiere by Ensemble Apex.

It may take more than we thought to destroy an entire industry.

With COVID interrupting physical get-togethers, the Symphony for Life Foundation has come up with an initiative which sees the children who participate in its music programs perform a digital symphony with professional musicians.

From heart-breaking cancellations due to COVID to funding lifelines, from awards to obituaries, we gather the arts news we have covered over the last month.

With half the country in lockdown, this month’s focus is on music to soothe the spirit, from Mozart, Fauré and Pärt, to Jordi Savall’s Victorian Odyssey

Based in Europe, Australian soprano Alexandra Flood is back home for a few months and discusses her career, quarantine at Howard Springs, forthcoming gigs and making the most of it during COVID.