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Genevieve Lacey on tracing the Telemann diary
And how it became a soliloquy, inspiring her next musical project. -
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Genevieve Lacey on Soliloquy and the world of solo performance
One instrument, one player, one composer, one collection of music, one dancer -
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Jini Maxwell: The Wild Courage of Despair
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Piriye Altraide: Memory in Colour
A reflection on Ensemble Sacamano's musical re-telling of Edgar Allen Poe’s 'Masque of Red Death'. -
A story of four generations of women from one family.
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KAKI KING'S KALEIDOSCOPIC CANVAS LIVE: IN PICTURES
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Will Kaufman uncovers an unlikely connection
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DANCE DANCE EVOLUTION
Luke Ryan tells us why Leon Vynehall stands at the forefront of dance music's political moment. -
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Adalya Nash-Hussein on Telling Story, Telling Emotion
One of our 2018 Writers-in-Residence, Adalya Nash-Hussein reflects on music, emotion & storytelling, -
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PAUL LEWIS: TAKING ON HAYDN, BEETHOVEN & BRAHMS TODAY
Star British pianist Paul Lewis takes us behind the scenes -
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Ode to a ‘what-if?’
Writer Maxim Boon talks to John Bell and Simon Simon Tedeschi -
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RICHARD CLAPTON: 45 YEARS IN MUSIC & NO REGRETS
"I have seen it all and over 45 years the music scene has changed tremendously" -
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Zoltan Fecso's 'Shimmer Raga'
Zoltan Fecso is a musician and composer, known for his ambient live performances. -
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FEMALE FORTE: CLARA SCHUMANN
Women have been making significant contributions to the evolution of music long before now. -
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(DIS)COVER: LEON VYNEHALL & 'NOTHING IS STILL'
The labels ‘producer’ or ‘DJ’ do not do Leon Vynehall justice. Find out why. -
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EXCERPTS FROM LEON VYNEHALL'S 'NOTHING IS STILL' NOVELLA
Explore the literary companion to Leon Vynehall's electronic masterpiece. -
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ÓLAFUR ARNALDS & ART(IFICIAL) INTELLIGENCE
“Just because I’m using traditional instruments doesn’t mean that I’m a part of the classical world” -
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LISTEN: MUSICAL EXPLORATIONS - FINDING YOUR VOICE
A podcast with acclaimed vocal coach Leith McPherson -
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LISTEN: MUSIC ON THE MIND - LULLABIES OF OUR LIVES
A podcast from the Music on the Mind series -
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MOVEMENTS: BEETHOVEN'S 'ARCHDUKE' TRIO
Who was the Archduke? An exploration of sound and style, movement by movement. -
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GENEVIEVE LACEY ON COLLABORATION, CONVERSATION & LEADERSHIP
"A life devoted to the arts is a necessary act of resistance..." -
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REPRISE: Like Running Water
Watch a short video of the 2017 concert Like Running Water -
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MIRIAM COSIC: PAINTED FROM MUSIC WITH TIMO-VEIKKO VALVE
Journalist Miriam Cosic on the themes of Strauss. -
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REPRISE: Latitude 37 'Folias' Live
Relive works by Scarlatti, Ortiz & more Spanish virtuosos performed live by Latitude 37 in the Salon -
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Rhythmic Revolutionaries
Freeing contemporary music from its ivory tower and giving it back to the people. -
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THREE GREAT SYMPHONIES AND THE ‘MOZART MYTH’
Phil Lambert examines the mythology of Mozart in this interview with Scottish conductor Douglas Boyd -
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REFLECTIONS ON 'REIMAGINED'
Jazz musician Chris Broomhead takes us inside his approach to creating his art -
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Listen: The Sound of Science talks event: How does space shape sound?
Join acoustician Cameron Hough in this special talks event. -
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Gubberdee with Jessie Lloyd and Nova Peris OAM
Jessie Lloyd and Australian sporting hero and politician Nova Peris OAM in conversation. -
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Gubberdee with Jessie Lloyd and Professor Marcia Langton
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Who are the Bang on a Can All-Stars?
Get acquainted with the best musicians in the international biz -
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KAKI KING'S KALEIDOSCOPIC FEAT
Spellbinding visuals, mesmerising melodies and a feast for the senses -
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Listen: Conversant - Creative possibilities in arts writing
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Ten Years of Latitude 37
Latitude 37 reflects on 10 fabulous years of music-making -
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The aesthetics of anxiety by Jini Maxwell
Jini's second piece as a 2018 Writer-in-Residence -
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Adalya Nash-Hussein on Music for a Changing Climate
Adalya's second piece as a 2018 Writer-in-Residence -
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Piriye Altraide on Music for our Changing Climate
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Brook Andrew's Donut 1 (2011)
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Simone Young: an inspirational leader
ANAM musicians on Simone Young's anticipated 2018 return. -
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LISZT: THE VIRTUOSO-COMPOSER
Why Liszt was one of the most remarkable personages of the 19th century. -
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KLLO: POTENTIAL
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BRINGING BACH BACK
Our top 10 Bach puns worthy of a chuckle (or an eye roll). -
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ATLAS OF THE SKY ORIGINS
The stars and the symantron. -
Paul Stanhope speaks to Stephanie Eslake, editor of Cut Common, about his latest commission.
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A First Glimpse into Holly Harrison’s New String Quartet
Holly Harrison is one of two Australian composers commissioned specially for the 2018 MICMC. -
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Performing in present tense: Perfume Genius and Totally Mild by Jini Maxwell
Writer-in-Residence Jini Maxwell unveils her Perfume Genius interactive journey. -
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Unhealed Spaces by Piriye Altraide
Piriye Altraide presents a video response to American musician Perfume Genius. -
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Adalya Nash-Hussein on Perfume Genius
Adalya Nash-Hussein recounts her experience watching pop-provocateur Perfume Genius. -
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In Vogue with Michael Griffiths and Madonna
Michael's top 5 Madge moments -
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Art at Melbourne Recital Centre
We're renowned for our world-class acoustics, but did you know we also have an art collection? -
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Gemma Pike on The Velvet Underground
The Assistant Music Director at triple j tells us why The Velvet Underground are untouchable. -
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9 years of music-making with pianist Hoang Pham
From competition winner to established concert presenter & virtuosic performer. -
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Watch Peter de Jager perform Bach’s Well-Tempered Clavier live
Like all musicians, pianist Peter de Jager reserves a special place in his soul for Bach. -
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LISTEN: CONTEMPORARY CLASSICAL & THE REAL WORLD
A podcast with Thea Rossen of Penny Quartet, composer Liza Lim & Daryl Buckley of ELISION -
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One million music-lovers: Jeannie Van De Velde
We recently welcomed one million visitors to the Centre to experience live music in our spaces. -
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The Heart & Soul of the Steinway Service
We chat with Ulrich Gerhartz, Director of Concert & Artists Services at Steinway & Sons in the UK. -
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Eddie Ayres on why Classical music is the one true global language
The respected musician, teacher & radio presenter explores why classical music is here & now. -
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Our 2018 Writers-in-Residence
We are partnering with the Emerging Writers Festival to present 3 female writers on the rise. -
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The 'String-er Songwriter'
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PERFUME GENIUS LIVE
Highlights from the pop-provocateur's debut concert in March. -
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Liza Lim on Smetak & The Spinning World
Stories and insights from the visionary female composer. -
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PRESS FOR PROGRESS
12 must-read links to mark International Women's Day & Women's History Month -
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Jordi Savall in rehearsal
The viola da gamba master before his concerts with Hespèrion XXI & Tembembe Ensamble Continuo -
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Andrea Keller on Jazz and Gender
Article by Andrea Keller, jazz pianist and composer -
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Richard Mills on 'Impromptu, After Schubert'
Reflections on the renowned composer and the creation of 'Impromptu, After Schubert' -
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What is Rebetiko?
A deeper look at Greek Blues: the music of passion, pain and love. -
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WHY COVER THE INIMITABLE DAVID BOWIE?
Whether they're good, bad or ugly they beg the question: why cover David Bowie in the first place? -
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OPTIMISM AS AN OPERETTA: A BERNSTEIN EXPERIMENT
A musical adaptation of Candide wasn't a good idea. But it didn’t stop Hellman and Bernstein. -
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The Voices of Women
In 17th century Italy, a completely new musical style was sweeping the boards. -
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The Role of Early Music Today
Tembembe Ensamble member Leopoldo Novoa talks about playing with early music master Jordi Savall. -
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Moses Sumney Live
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One million music-lovers
A milestone for Melbourne Recital Centre thanks to you, our music-lovers. -
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The Secrets in the Walls
Discover what's hiding in the walls of Elisabeth Murdoch Hall. -
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Are The Necks the best band in the world?
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Listen: In Conversation with Gawurra
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Playlist: Rewind - Pantha Du Prince
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Playlist: Summer Mixtape - Jan, Feb & Mar 2018
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Listen: Where We At?
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Music Always
An article by our 2017 Writer-in-Residence Chloe Hooper -
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Behind-the-Scenes with The Temper Trap
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Pieter Wispelwey by Chloe Hooper
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Playlist: Great Performers - Emma Kirkby
Listen to our Emma Kirkby Spotify playlist before her Great Performers concert this November. -
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BACH: THE PASSIONS OF THE SOUL
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BEHZOD ABDURAIMOV
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Profile: Pieter Wispelwey
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Behind the curtain with Justin Townes Earle
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Harsh and little pleasing: Monteverdi, mythology and modern music
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The Song Keepers in Concert by Chloe Hooper
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Playlist: Now Playing - Debussy String Quartet
Dive into the Debussy's upcoming program repertoire featuring Shostakovich, Beethoven and Ravel. -
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Playlist: In Focus - Mostly Mozart
Journey with us through this year’s Mostly Mozart program highlights. -
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Playlist: Rewind - Steve Reich (2012)
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Playlist: Great Performers - Pieter Wispelwey
Listen to this selection of Bach, Brahms and Beethoven and other works. -
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