Classical Podcast Classical Uncovered with Graham Abbott Classical Podcast A podcast designed to demystify corners of the classical music world. Read more
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Music Playlist #MelbRecital Mixtape: Caitlin Gilmour Music Playlist Songs that bring Caitlin Gilmour hope and excitement about the future Read more
Music Playlist #MelbRecital Mixtape: Ben Anderson Music Playlist Songs of joy from our Venue Hire Coordinator, Ben Anderson. Read more
Music Video Our Top Ten Concert Streams Music Video Our top ten concert streams for 2020 to relive again or discover something new Read more
Music Playlist #MelbRecital Mixtape: Sarah Wade Music Playlist A three-hour musical moment curated by our Artistic Planning Coordinator, Sarah Wade. Read more
Music Playlist #MelbRecital Mixtape: Jai Cameron Music Playlist Tunes and bangers from our Venue Hire Assistant, Jai Cameron. Read more
Music Playlist #MelbRecital Mixtape: Harriet Gregory Music Playlist Harriet Gregory shares a playlist of songs she has on repeat during lockdown. Read more
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Music Article We are #HearTogether Music Article Our doors may be closed, but the music continues online – all for free.. Read more
Classical Article Composing a piece in isolation, about isolation, for isolation. Classical Article Christopher Healey says challenge accepted. Read more
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Music Article Sonic havens: how we use music to make ourselves feel at home Music Article Investigating music and sound across five settings: home, work, retail spaces & travel Read more
Music General If resilience is the question, is music the answer? Music General What role does music play in your life? Read more
Music Q & A TIMOTHY YOUNG: FÜR ELISE Music Q & A Timothy Young talks to us about the music and inspiration behind his next concert, Für Elise. Read more
Classical Article The Life & Legacy of Ludwig van Beethoven Classical Article An in-depth exploration of the iconic composer's upbringing, musical career and personal life. Read more
Music Article Female musicians supporting female composers Music Article Natasha of Solstice Trio tells us why female representation is important in music. Read more
Music Article Gian Slater: To Be Many Things Music Article The acclaimed vocalist/composer's musings on female identity and music for International Women's Day Read more
Music General 8 FEMALE COMPOSERS YOU SHOULD KNOW Music General This International Women’s Day we’re celebrating female composers & their contribution to music. Read more
Art Interview Taking the Waters Art Interview Discover the story behind this magical new show Read more
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Early music Article Tenebrae: Spanish Glories of the Sixteenth Century Early music Article Tenebrae conductor Nigel Short sheds lights on its program of Spanish Renaissance masterworks. Read more
Classical Q & A CLASSICAL PIXEL Classical Q & A Creating an alternate universe that brings to life classical composers with everyday humour. Read more
Music Playlist #MelbRecital Mixtape: Summer 2020 Music Playlist Hand-picked beats for the summer heat. Read more
Chamber Article FLINDERS QUARTET TURNS 20 Chamber Article Flinders Quartet celebrates its 20th anniversary in 2020. Read more
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10 Years Q & A 10 Commissions: ROS BANDT 10 Years Q & A Composer Ros Bandt tells us about her brand new commission Read more
Classical Article Beethoven’s Piano Concertos heard as he imagined them? Classical Article 2020 is a big anniversary for Beethoven: 250 years since he was born. Read more
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Music Article Kimberley Echoes: A Journey of Discovery Music Article Tos Mahoney, Artistic Director at Tura New Music, tells us about Kimberley Echoes Read more
Music General IN ANSWER TO YOUR QUESTION Music General Deborah Cheetham's Peggy Glanville-Hicks Address. Read more
Classical Q & A Enter an Imaginary New World with PLEXUS Classical Q & A Stefan Cassomenos tells us about PLEXUS's unique character. Read more
Baroque Article Sound the Trumpet Baroque Article Celebrating Australia’s Most Dynamic Baroque Band Read more
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Classical Q & A Q&A with Gábor Takács-Nagy Classical Q & A ANAM Librarian Phil Lambert talks to the prolific musician and conductor. Read more
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Contemporary Classical Interview The Turning Dance of the Bee Contemporary Classical Interview Liza Lim & Campbell Banks In Conversation Read more
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Music Article ‘Carving Figures on an Olive Pit’: The tiny sonic miracles of Margaret Leng Tan Music Article Leigh Harrold talks to toy piano virtuoso, Margaret Leng Tan. Read more
Vocal Podcast The Tune Up: Episode Three Vocal Podcast Phia from Melbourne Indie Voices on why you should join a choir. Read more
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10 Years Q & A 10 COMMISSIONS: KATE NEAL & SAL COOPER 10 Years Q & A Kate Neal & Sal Cooper on Commuter Variations Read more
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Classical Q & A Nicholas Carter on Bruckner's Symphonies Classical Q & A Did you know there are different versions of Bruckner’s Fourth Symphony? Read more
Classical Article Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart & the Violin Classical Article An in-depth exploration of Mozart’s Violin Concerto No.5 in A, K.219. Read more
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10 Years Video 10 Years of Great Music with Harriet Gregory 10 Years Video 'I don't think anyone's ever stepped off stage and not been thrilled by the experience of it.' Read more
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10 Years Article 10 Commissions: Samuel Smith & 'dark colours' 10 Years Article The Melbourne composer unveils his brand new work. Read more
10 Years Video 10 Years of Great Music with Ben Ingvarson 10 Years Video Accelerando alumnus and jazz musician Ben Ingvarson looks back on his first visit to the Centre Read more
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Choral Interview Legendary choral conductor Harry Christophers on devotional music of the ancient past Choral Interview and its resonance through the ages, in conversation with Maxim Boon. Read more
10 Years Video 10 years of Great Music with Ian McDougall from ARM Architecture 10 Years Video Ian McDougall reflects on how he and his team brought the Centre's architectural design to life. Read more
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