Saturday 15 November, 2025 Bach Akademie Australia The Neilson, ACO on the Pier Review by Paul Neeson (Arts Wednesday) Photos by Keith Saunders It would have to be one of the most famous, most creative and ultimately unsuccessful job applications in history. In 1719, not long after the death of his first wife, JS Bach, […]
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Eastside Radio’s annual TEaCHing Presenter Conference 2025 was an incredible day of learning and community spirit. From thought-provoking talks to hands-on studio sessions, presenters, producers and volunteers came together to grow, share, and celebrate all things radio! The day began with an inspiring keynote from Andrea Ho, AFTRS Discipline Lead for Radio and Podcasting, who set […]
This showcase at the Sydney Opera House celebrates the best of a new generation of musical creators, nurtured by the virtuosic artists of Ensemble Offspring in the acclaimed Hatched Academy mentorship program. A talk hosted by Stephen Adams featuring Claire Edwardes and Holly Harrison will take place pre-concert. “Ensemble Offspring are both giving to the future […]
Monday 10 November, 2025 Musica Viva Australia City Recital Hall Review by Paul Neeson (Arts Wednesday) Photos by Claudia Raschella Polish pianist, Piotr Anderszewski returns to our shores for Musica Viva Australia in a series of recitals featuring music by three German greats – Brahms, Bach and Beethoven – representing music from the Romantic, Baroque […]
Saturday 8 November, 2025 City Recital Hall Australian Chamber Orchestra Review by Paul Neeson (Arts Wednesday) The Australian Chamber Orchestra are famous for their innovation and risk-taking programming, but in their theatrical production of Cocteau’s Circle they ventured beyond their comfort zone, and for the first night of the national tour there were a few […]
In this episode of Breaking Waves, Riley Thomas and John Mark dive into the world of archetypes — those familiar characters that appear again and again in stories and in our lives. They explore the hero, the villain, the fool, the hermit and the creator with an exploration of how these patterns shape the roles […]
Get ready for a night of sizzling jazz! Trumpet dynamo Mat Jodrell, fresh from a decade lighting up New York’s jazz scene, teams up with two phenomenal talents: pianist Simon Tedeschi, who effortlessly bridges the worlds of classical and jazz, and bassist Cameron Undy, known across Australia for his groove and dynamism. Together, this powerhouse […]
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In Episode 334 of Breaking Waves, Riley Thomas and John Mark bring humour and curiosity to a fascinating exploration of healing — what it means, how it happens, and why we seek it. From the ancient roots of the word “heal” to faith healers, shamans, and the wounded healer archetype, the hosts consider how humans […]
In this episode, we chat with the incredible Australian singer-songwriter Lyn Bowtell about her upcoming performance with the acclaimed world-jazz ensemble Monsieur Camembert in Sydney. Lyn shares insights into the creative collaboration and what audiences can expect from this special concert. […]
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Congratulations are in order for Sydney turntablist DJ Beast Mode for winning Australia’s first-ever DMC World Title, winning the Open Category at the 2025 DMC World DJ Championships in Tokyo, Japan! “Australian DJ history has been rewritten. Sydney’s DJ Beast Mode has officially claimed Australia’s first-ever DMC World Title, winning the Open Category at the […]
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SNAPSHOT – The Dan Barnett Big Band SNAPSHOT finds Dan Barnett leading his 14 piece big band with confidence warmth and a grin that comes through the speakers. The album mixes swinging tunes, ballads and bursts of Latin sparkle. Four originals sit comfortably alongside selected standards arranged by Australian favourites Andrew Robertson, Ed Wilson, Kelly […]
and the band played waltzing Matilda – a song that has been rated in the top 30 of all australian songs. David Barr talks to the grand troubadour about his music and that song. Eric Bogle has been touring across the country recently. […]
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