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In the Shadow of Sibelius

Fine Music Magazine

In writing his obituary, music critic and champion of neglected repertoire Martin Anderson described Joonas Kokkonen as ‘the most important figure in Finnish musical life after Sibelius’. Kokkonen has also been described as Sibelius’ ‘spiritual successor’.

Swinging on the Vine

Fine Music Magazine

Not so Little J these days) stirs and wags his tail as my Hunter Valley hideaway is filled with the delicious aroma of spaghetti with garlic butter, bacon and prawns. My mouth watering I empty the contents of a bottle of red, making sure that my good friend Rocco’s glass has been filled first. The “siege” has been lifted!

More than a one-hit wonder

Fine Music Magazine

For a composer nearing 40 years of age, Hansel and Gretel was a turning point for Humperdinck. He became famous overnight and financially independent, receiving more than 400 unsolicited librettos from hopeful collaborators.

Kate Wadey and Samuel Dobson Live Stream

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Songstress Kate Wadey was awarded the 2020 Weatherley Jazz Scholarship, as part of our commitment to emerging musicians.

R U Okay?Day

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R U Okay?Day also provides us with the opportunity to challenge the status quo when it comes to Mental Illness and to bring awareness to this social issue. R U Okay?Day aims to empower people to meaningfully connect and lend support.

Taverner to Tavener

Fine Music Magazine

The history of English church music began well before the Reformation – Gregorian chant and sacred texts in Latin dominated choral music.

CD of the Week – Australian Thais

2MBS Subscriber giveaways CD of the Week Friends Offers

Performing together since 2008, Michael Duke and David Howie have always put exciting and innovative chamber music at the heart of HD Duo’s repertoire.

The Quiet Achiever

Fine Music Magazine

Los Angeles native, journeyman, keyboardist, composer, and producer John Caroll Kirby began his career as a session musician in the early 2000s.

This Wednesday In Conversation with Olli Mustonen

In Conversation

Olli Mustonen is music's ultimate triple threat – a virtuosic pianist, an extraordinary conductor, and an outstanding composer.

First Person – Coast Opera Australia

Fine Music Magazine First Person

Truth be told, I’m quite an accidental opera singer. Although my parents and extended family have an appreciation for music, going to the opera was not our usual form of entertainment.