GRAHAM McDONALD reviews a performance project put together by local musicians Kimberly Steele and Christopher Pound around the idea of elegies, music which commemorates the dead.
"Tuggeranong Arts Centre proved the ideal setting to savour the virtuosity of two of Australia’s most accomplished musicians on a cold Canberra evening." BILL STEPHENS reviews a jazz performance by Joe Chindamo and Zoe Black.
"Though it is subtly entertaining and insightful, this isn’t exactly a fun experience. But nor should it be." ARNE SJOSTEDT reviews Canberra Rep's production of David Williamson's play Travelling North.
"The harp and guitar proved to be the perfect match, showcasing a range of music from the 16th century to the present day in the hands of two excellent players." LEN POWER reviews Resonance, a performance by Alice Giles and Timothy Kain.
"What made this opera gala especially intriguing was that it marked the first time Cathy-Di Zhang and Helen Sherman had shared the stage. They clearly relished the opportunity," writes music reviewer BILL STEPHENS.
Arts editor HELEN MUSA reviews Art Song Canberra: A Brief History of the Unrequited, a recital by baritone Alasdair Stretch who ventured from the Renaissance well into the 21st century.