A step-by-step guide on how to enter Strike A Chord
How to Enter
Everything you need to know before submitting your entry.
Showcase Section
Showcase Section
A new opportunity for developing musicians to share their ensemble playing and take the next step in their musical journey.
- Playing level: Approximately AMEB Grade 5 to no higher than Grade 8, or equivalent
- Performance duration: 4–10 minutes
- Repertoire: Broadly classical in style, including classical music from a range of cultures
- Doubling of parts: Not permitted
Showcase Section Key Dates
- Mon 22 Feb: Coaching Program and Monash Strike A Chord Workshop applications open
- Fri 5 Mar: Monash Strike A Chord Workshop applications close
- Fri 19 Mar: Coaching Program applications close
- 10–11 Apr: Monash Strike A Chord Workshop
- 19 Apr–14 May: Coaching Program
- Mon 3 May: Competition entries open
- Fri 28 May: Competition entries close
- Mon 21 Jun: Showcase Section results announced
Entry Requirements
Full entry requirements will be outlined in the official Rules and Regulations, available from early 2027.
Strike A Chord welcomes Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, students with a disability, and students from diverse cultural backgrounds to take part in the competition. Please let us know if you have specific access requirements so we can accommodate your needs by emailing strikeachord@musicaviva.com.au.
RESOURCES & INFORMATION
SHOWCASE SECTION RULES AND REGULATIONS
RULES AND REGULATIONS
Please ensure you have read the rules and regulations and meet the entry requirements when applying.
Useful information about Strike A Chord
Resources
FAQs, how to guides, rules and regulations, downloadable poster, and past winners.
New prizes for 2027
Prizes
Bronze, Silver, Gold and Platinum certificates in each section, alongside a range of cash prizes.
Meet our Jury
Jury
Each year, we hand-pick a panel of Australia’s leading chamber musicians to judge our Foundation, Showcase and Championship sections.