Strike A Chord 2026

For developing musicians up to AMEB Grade 4, the Foundation Section celebrates creativity, teamwork and the joy of first performances. Learn more and submit your entry here. 

For advanced groups AMEB Grade 5 and above, the Championship Section showcases Australia’s finest young chamber musicians competing for major national prizes. Learn more and submit your entry here.

Each year, we hand-pick a panel of Australia’s leading chamber musicians to judge our Championship and Foundation sections. Meet our 2026 jurors here.

There is a total prize pool of over $50,000 to be won amongst the Foundation and Championship Sections. Prizes include cash, development opportunities and music resources. 

See what makes Strike A Chord such a powerful part of young musicians’ journeys. Explore past competitions and watch standout performances from previous years.

Everything participants need for Strike A Chord: how to enter, choose repertoire, record videos, understand rules, explore prizes and past winners.

Two-day Monash University workshop providing intensive ensemble coaching and collaboration opportunities for advanced Strike A Chord participants from across Australia.

Free national coaching program for Strike A Chord entrants, pairing student chamber groups with professional mentors to develop ensemble skills, confidence and collaboration.