Dr Diana Carroll
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How to get known as a contemporary composer
ArtsHub asked our leading composers and musical mentors for their advice on getting known, and getting ahead.

Concert Review: Beethoven, The Symphonies Concert 3
The Adelaide Symphony Orchestra shines with renowned British conductor Dougie Boyd

Yes, you can say that: a guide to tricky workplace conversations
Proven strategies for managing difficult topics at work including confronting that annoying colleague, and asking for a raise.

Opera review: La Traviata
Three state opera companies join forces to stage a pleasing retelling of Verdi’s most beloved opera.

Music-making where professionals and amateurs meet
Australia’s pro-am classical music sector includes both orchestras and choirs whose passionate participants are motivated by the joy of performing.

Concert review: Tragedy to Triumph
The music may have been full of tragedy but the orchestra was triumphant!

The secret art of conducting
Conductors including Vanessa Scammell, Asher Fisch and Nicholas Braithwaite discuss their roles and their relationships with orchestras.

Gaze and gesture: the power of moving portraits
An Adelaide-exclusive exhibition of Robert Wilson’s video portraits explores the movement that lies in stillness.

Concert review: Serenity, ASO
A rich musical smorgasbord with a world premiere performance and a dazzling display by acclaimed violinist Emily Sun.

Classical music, new ideas: growing the fine music audience
Ideas and initiatives for expanding the classical music audience beyond its established, ageing demographic.