Musica Viva Australia: Strike a Chord 2026
29 August @ 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm AEST

Cheer on your state finalists at the Strike A Chord National Final at MRC.
Watch as twelve brilliant young ensembles from around the country showcase the future of chamber music.
Following outstanding entries in our first round of the Championship Section, twelve of Australia’s most exciting school-age chamber ensembles have earned their place in Musica Viva Australia’s Strike A Chord National Final. On Saturday 29 August, these exceptional young musicians will take to the stage at Melbourne Recital Centre to compete for the top prize in an afternoon of inspiring ensemble performance and artistry.
Representing schools and communities from across the country, this year’s finalists showcase the extraordinary depth of young musical talent in Australia.
Join us for an unforgettable afternoon celebrating Australia’s next generation of chamber musicians at the Strike A Chord National Final.
Strike A Chord 2026 is supported by the Hansen Little Foundation.
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