Whitwell: Four reasons why we must appreciate Philip Glass
BY SALLY WHITWELL, AS TOLD TO STEPHANIE ESLAKE In 2011, Sally Whitwell won an ARIA award for Mad Rush – her collection of music by […]
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Con Fuoco: Laura Griffin, mezzo-soprano
Welcome to Con Fuoco, CutCommon’s interview series with emerging musicians in Australia. Australian mezzo-soprano Laura Griffin graduated from the Sydney Conservatorium of Music with […]
Arts news of the week (in 60 seconds)
BY JOHN GLOVER This week, we explore the innovations and opportunities made to take care of young performers, composers, and the resources in our […]
Why do I conduct?
BY STEPHANIE ESLAKE UPDATE: The Australian Conducting Academy 2019 Summer School applications open 20 August and close 10 September 2018. Find out more. ‘Why […]
Three Australian composers discuss Homophonic!
BY LUCY RASH Now in its seventh year, Homophonic! has earned its (rainbow) stripes as a much-loved and ever-powerful annual showcase of both local […]
Arts news of the week (in 60 seconds)
BY JOHN GLOVER This week, we announce some exciting workshops and initiatives coming soon, and we celebrate the achievements of one talented prodigy. …and […]
What’s happening at National Music Camp?
BY STEPHANIE ESLAKE The Australian Youth Orchestra’s National Music Camp is a rite of passage for young musicians and arts practitioners in Australia. So […]
Get inspired as you read Mary Jo Capps’ graduation address – in full
On 15 December 2017, the University of Melbourne bestowed its highest honour on Musica Viva CEO Mary Jo Capps, admitting her to the degree of […]
Elizabeth Scott: “Young women need to be the best that they can be”
BY STEPHANIE ESLAKE When I heard the news that Elizabeth Scott would conduct Handel’s Messiah at the Sydney Opera House, I must admit I was a […]
Rural Commuters: Gordan Richter, bassoon
Dedication. It’s learning your parts. It’s developing your technique. It’s rocking up to rehearsal. In fact, for some, it’s embarking on a 10-hour round-trip to rock […]