Melbourne International Chamber Music Competition
Sixteen ensembles will battle it out in Melbourne this July. We take a look at what’s in store for competitors and audiences at one of the world’s great chamber music launching pads.
Sixteen ensembles will battle it out in Melbourne this July. We take a look at what’s in store for competitors and audiences at one of the world’s great chamber music launching pads.
The 14 finalists will go on to compete for $68,000 in cash and prizes in Shepparton, Victoria.
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