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A legally significant court case is a smash hit on YouTube, and it speaks volumes about the state of media

The article discusses the legal case of pianist Jayson Gillham against the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, highlighting how the case has gained attention on YouTube despite minimal coverage in traditional media. The author, who represents Gillham, provides background on the case, noting that Gillham performed a world premiere of a new composition during a recital in August 2024.

Seeing barely a murmur about the case pianist of Jayson Gillham v the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra in the media, it’s become clear who is filling the chasm — for better or worse.

Jun 4, 2026

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Jayson Gillham arrives at the Federal Court of Victoria (Image: AAP/Con Chronis)

As the case of Jayson Gillham v Melbourne Symphony Orchestra approaches the end of its three-week trial, I’m reflecting on how it illustrates much of what has changed in the media environment, and the largely unrecognised consequences of those shifts.

Gillham (my client, meaning I’ve had a front-row seat for the whole trial) was contracted by the MSO to play a solo recital and a concert in August 2024. At the recital, to an audience of 157, in addition to the advertised program, he performed the world premiere of a new piece of music: “Witness”, a short work by the Australian composer Connor D’Netto.

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Source document: AAP/Con Chronis

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CrikeyIndependentCenter17 days ago
A legally significant court case is a smash hit on YouTube, and it speaks volumes about the state of media

The article discusses the legal case of pianist Jayson Gillham against the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, highlighting how the case has gained attention on YouTube despite minimal coverage in traditional media. The author, who represents Gillham, provides background on the case, noting that Gillham performed a world premiere of a new composition during a recital in August 2024.

Bias read (Center): The article focuses on a cultural and legal matter without overtly favoring any political side. It provides factual information about the case and reflects on changes in media consumption rather than taking a stance on political issues.

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