Sydney Symphony Orchestra chief conductor Simone Young has long had a passion for monumental works.
Our critics look over some of the latest shows around town.
As well as taking on Schoenberg’s Gurrelieder next year,the Sydney Symphony Orchestra will perform a work featured in Tar,starring Cate Blanchett.
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The Sydney Opera House has revealed the $150 million final renovations of its largest performance space,the Concert Hall,which reopens next week.
Two of the most powerful women in the city’s arts scene have locked horns.
A work from First Nations composer and didgeridoo virtuoso William Barton will be the first music to be heard when the hall finally reopens next year.
Playing before a live audience again is a huge relief for Sydney Symphony Orchestra’s chief conductor-designate.
Simone Young is only the third Australian to be appointed chief conductor of the Sydney Symphony Orchestra.
The SSO did not have to"beg"to secure one-time Manly girl Simone Young as the new Chief Conductor. It was the"right fit at the right time".