Strike A Chord
ENTRIES NOW OPEN FOR 2025
Entries close Thursday 29 May
Strike A Chord is Musica Viva Australia's national initiative designed to inspire and support Australian school students in the art of chamber music. Strike A Chord is committed to nurturing a love for playing chamber music and providing educational and performance opportunities to support the musical growth of students across Australia.
In the Championship Section, 12 groups, from at least 6 states/territories, will be selected to play live at the National Final at the Melbourne Recital Centre. There are numerous cash and development prizes available to groups at all levels throughout the competition and all groups receive feedback from the judging panel.
2025 KEY DATES
STRIKE A CHORD - Foundation and Championship Sections
1 May: Entries Open
29 May: Entries Close
20 Jun: Foundation Section – Winners Announced
20 Jun: Championship Section – Finalists and First Round Winners announced
30 Aug: Championship Section – National Final, Melbourne Recital Centre
MORE INFORMATION
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Please email strikeachord@musicaviva.com.au if you have any enquiries.
Foundation Section
The Foundation Section is for groups in which all members are AMEB Grade 4 level (or equivalent) or below. Entry is free and all groups will receive a certificate and written feedback from the judging panel
Championship Section
The Strike A Chord Championship Section is open to groups approximately AMEB Grade 5 and above (or equivalent). Entry is $10 per player and all groups will receive a certificate and written feedback from the judging panel.
Meet our jury
Masters of their craft and deeply connected within the industry, our hand-picked jury bring a wealth of insight and experience to the competition – meet our jury for 2025.
Prizes
There is a total prize pool of over $50,000 to be own amongst the Foundation and Championship Sections. Prizes include cash, development opportunities and music resources.
tips for recording your entry videos
Recording your Strike A Chord entry doesn’t need to be stressful – or fancy. What matters most is how you play together, listen, and communicate as a group. Read our recording tips and start planning your entry.
FAQ
Can we arrange our own music? How old do the students need to be to enter? How do we pick repertoire? Find out more in our Frequently Asked Questions page.
Resources
FAQs, how to guides, rules and regulations, downloadable poster, and past winners.
Partners:
Strike A Chord would like to thank our many supporters. Visit our partners page to see the full list of those who help to make this competition possible.
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