Classical Programs

100% Australian Made

First Monday of the month from 1 – 2pm
Presented by: Julie Simonds
Host Julie Simonds is joined by an Australian composer or performer. Together they explore the background to a selection their compositions or recordings.

AT THE OPERA

Wednesdays from 8pm
Presented by: Various
A tradition of 40 years and more, At the Opera brings you favourite and lesser-known operas, in full.

Centres of Music

Saturdays from 10am – 11.30am
Presented by: Various
A portrait of the varied composers who wrote music in, or about, a particular place such as a city, court, country or musical institution.

Centres of Music

Saturdays from 10am – 11.30am
Presented by: Various
A portrait of the varied composers who wrote music in, or about, a particular place such as a city, court, country or musical institution.

Chamber Soirée

Tuesdays from 10pm – Midnight
Presented by: Various
Chamber music in many styles and presenting groups ranging from duos to nonets.

Class Act

Class Act with Stephen Gard. Class Act showcases young local musicians. Whether you’re a classical aficionado or just like to unwind, check out these young musicians in their approach to excellence.

The Classical Era

Sundays from 10am – midday
Presented by: Nina Fudala and James Hunter
Music of the late 18th and early 19th Centuries.

Classical Guitar Society

Third Saturday of the month from 5pm – 6pm
Presented by: Sue McCreadie
A monthly program brought to you by members of the Classical Guitar Society Sydney.

Classics All Through The Night

Saturday – Monday from midnight – 6am
Presented by: Various
A program of classical music to entertain you all night long.

Classics Till Dawn

Tuesday – Friday from 3am – 6am
Presented by: Various
Classical music for the wee small hours.

Classics from Asia

First Thursday of the month 10pm-10.30pm
Presented by: Various
Classics from Asia presents the music of Asian civilisations, including practices with their roots in literati, court, folk, and early modern cosmopolitan music-making.

Concert Hall

Weekdays from 10.30am – Midday
Presented by: Various
An orchestral concert brought to you wherever you are.

Diversions in Fine Music

Weekdays from 9am – 10.30am Presented by: Various Exploring music from different perspectives on each day of the week.

Evenings with the Orchestra

Fridays from 8pm – 10pm
Presented by: Various
A showcase of music from the world’s great orchestras.

Explorations

Sundays from 6pm – 7pm
Presented by: Various
An early Sunday evening opportunity to relax with a variety of musical series.

Fine Afternoons

Weekdays from 1pm – 4pm
Presented by: Various
Varied classical music programs compiled for you by our knowledgeable and passionate programmers.

Fine Music Breakfast

Weekdays from 6am – 9am
Presented by: Various
Get your day off to a good start with Fine Music Breakfast.

Fine Music Drive

Weekdays from 4pm – 7pm
Presented by: Various
Uplifting and entertaining classical music for the end of the working day.

Historic Recordings

Third Saturday of the month from 1pm – 2.30pm
Presented by: Various
A range of important recordings for your pleasure.

Hosanna

Sundays from 5pm – 6pm
Presented by: Various
A Fine Music tradition: sacred music on Sunday evening.

In a Lighter Vein

A delightful journey through the lighter side of the classical music world. In a Lighter Vein celebrates the playful, whimsical, and heart-warming compositions that often get overlooked.

Just In

Tuesdays from 8pm – 10pm
Presented by: Various
A selection from the latest recordings to arrive at the Fine Music library.

The Life of a Composer

Saturdays from 8pm – 10pm
Presented by: Various
A program that delves into the life of a composer, illustrated through important career works.

Music of the Eighteenth Century

Sundays from 10:am – 12pm
Presented by: Various
Two hours of beautiful music from the late Baroque and the early Classical eras.

Musica Sacra

Sundays from 9am – 10am
Presented by: Various
From the solemn to the sublime: sacred music from ancient to modern times.

Musicians of Choice

Saturdays from 10am – 11.30am
Presented by: Various
Featuring a different musician or ensemble each week.

New Horizons

Sundays from 9.30 – 11pm
Presented by: Various
Classical music of the last 40 years: modern, challenging and intriguing.

On Parade

Saturdays from 11.30am – midday
Presented by: Various
Music for brass and symphonic wind bands.

Orchestral Classics

Sundays from 8pm – 9.30pm
Presented by: Various
An orchestral concert for your pleasure on Sunday night.

The Organ Music Society of Sydney

Second Saturday of the month from 5 – 6pm
Presented by: Norbert Kelvin
A monthly program presented by members of the Organ Music Society of Sydney.

The Romantic century

Thursdays 20:00 – 22:00
Presented by: Various
A weekly step into the drama and power of 19th Century music.

The Piano Alone

Sundays from 2pm – 3pm
Presented by: Various
A showcase of delightful solo piano music

The Piano Sonata

Sundays from 2 – 3pm
Presented by: Various
An hour with the piano focused on the sonata, with a monthly theme following a specific area of interest.

Saturday Matinee

Saturdays from 2.30pm – 5pm
Presented by: Various
Operetta, Oratorio and major Symphonic music featured in special programs to entertain on Saturday afternoons.

Saturday Morning Music

Saturdays from 6am – 9am
Presented by: David Garrett and Stephen Wilson
Perfect music for your Saturday morning relaxation.

Saturday Night at Home

Saturdays from 10pm – midnight
Presented by: Various
A selection of classical favourites to wind down on a Saturday night.

Small Forces

Saturdays from 9:05am – 10am
Presented by: Various
Delightful chamber music for the morning.

Stage and Screen

Saturdays from 6 – 7pm
Presented by: Various
Music composed to accompany film and television.

Sunday Morning Music

Sundays from 6am – 9am
Presented by: Various
Perfect music for your Sunday morning relaxation.

Orchestral Classics

Sundays from 8pm – 9.30pm
Presented by: Various
An orchestral concert for your pleasure on Sunday night.

Sunday Special

Sundays from 3pm – 5pm
Presented by: Various
Always different, always classical, our Sunday Special brings you special events, special themes and anniversary programs.

Sydney Schubert Society

Fourth Saturday of the month from 5 – 6pm
Presented by: Ross Hayes
A monthly program presented by members of the Sydney Schubert Society.

Sydney Society of Recorder Players

Fifth Sunday of the month from 6 – 7pm
Presented by Robert Small
A periodical program presented by members of the Sydney Society of Recorder Players.

The World of a Symphony

Thursdays from 8 – 10pm
Presented by: Various
Discover the musical world in which a symphony was written.