2026 Monash Strike A Chord Workshop

APPLICATIONS NOW CLOSED

Applications for the 2026 Monash Strike A Chord Workshop have now closed.

The Monash Strike A Chord Workshop is a dynamic and interactive two-day program for young musicians looking to share the joy of playing chamber music.  

The workshop takes place Saturday 11 April – Sunday 12 April at the Sir Zelman Cowen School of Music and Performance, Monash University in Melbourne.  

To hear more about next year's program and other opportunities, please sign up for the Strike A Chord eNews below.

If you are a school student and play in a chamber ensemble, come and join us in Melbourne for two days of expert coaching, masterclasses, movement and ensemble skills workshops, and a chance to meet fellow musicians. 

WORKSHOP DATES

Saturday 11 April – Sunday 12 April

TUTORS MAY INCLUDE

ELIGIBILITY

• Open to school aged chamber ensembles from anywhere in Australia – ensemble members must be enrolled in a full-time Australian school program, including homeschool and distance education.
• Students may only apply as a pre-formed ensemble (trio, quartet, quintet etc.).
• Students should be a minimum of AMEB Grade 6 level (or equivalent) on their instrument/voice.
• Ensembles may comprise any instrumentation (including vocal) and should have 3-8 players without a conductor/adult accompanist.
• All participants must be signed in/out each day by a responsible adult (teacher, parent, etc).
• A maximum of 10 ensembles will be selected to attend the Workshop.
  
  

COST

The workshop fee is $150 per participant. This includes all activities across the 2 days as well as lunch and afternoon tea on both days.