The weekend’s music news

William Barton receives a standing ovation for his performance with the Sydney Symphony:

http://www.smh.com.au/entertainment/music/hail-the-didgeridoo-virtuoso-20120628-2156p.html

Michael Shmith reviews DG’s 82 CD set release of Herbert von Karajan’s 1060s recordings:

http://www.smh.com.au/entertainment/music/a-school-reunion-of-sorts-20120628-213fy.html

…and a new Chief Executive for the Sydney Opera House:

http://www.theaustralian.com.au/arts/ex-belvoir-head-to-run-opera-house/story-e6frg8n6-1226412792951

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