Victoria's Kingussie Trio make a triumphant return to the 2026 competition, securing the First Prize.

Sydney-born, Berlin-based violinist Beatrice Colombis competes for a first prize that includes $40,000 NZ and a recording deal.

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The Hansen Little Foundation has ensured the Musica Viva program will continue in 2026 after its Creative Victoria funding was discontinued.

Formed in 2022 by childhood friends, The Incredibows bowled over the judging panel of this year's Strike A Chord final.

In total, 675 young musicians participated in this year’s competition, with ensembles ranging from traditional string quartets to a harmonica trio.

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Twelve young ensembles will compete for a prize pool of over $60,000 in the competition's biggest edition to date.

The $5,000 First Prize went to JPMS Ensemble Volante from Queensland, which also won the $2,000 Audience Prize, while several other awards were presented to the finalists.

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Conducted online due to COVID restrictions, the national chamber music competition for secondary school ensembles saw prizes awarded to Amogus Trio, JPMS Ensemble Spirito and False Relations.

Take a bow: meet the winners of Musica Viva’s 2020 contest for secondary students.