Applications open Monday 22 February

Applications for the 2027 Monash Strike A Chord Workshop open on Monday 22 February and close on Friday 5 March.

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 10 April – Sunday 11 April at the Sir Zelman Cowen School of Music and Performance, Monash University in Melbourne.  

To hear more about the 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. 

APPLICATION DATES

Applications open Monday 22 February and close Friday 5 March

WORKSHOP DATES

Saturday 10 April – Sunday 11 April


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.

Resources & Information

Participation Requirements

Workshop Participation Requirements

View the participation requirements for applying to the Monash Strike A Chord Workshop.

Workshop Participation Requirements

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FINDING A PIECE TO PLAY

Finding Repertoire

Read our guide on finding repertoire to help you choose the right piece to play and where to find sheet music.

Finding Repertoire

LEARN ABOUT CHAMBER MUSIC

What is Chamber Music?

Traditionally, chamber music was written for a small group of musicians playing in a modest and intimate setting such as a home.

What is Chamber Music?

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