THE ROAD TO THE FINAL

With the Foundation and Championship First Round results now in, we’re officially on the road to the 2025 Strike A Chord National Final.

A huge congratulations to every student who took part in this year’s competition. From brave first-time entries to standout performances, this year proved just how alive chamber music is across Australia.

Now, the spotlight shifts to the 12 groups heading to Melbourne for the National Final on Saturday 30 August. These young musicians have earned their place on the Elisabeth Murdoch Hall stage – and we can’t wait to see what they bring.

Who’s competing

Twelve school-aged groups have been selected to perform live at the 2025 National Final at Melbourne Recital Centre.

  • 4 Bartolomey (NSW)
  • Amaryllis Trio (VIC)
  • ATC Trio (QLD)
  • Hale Bravura String Quartet (WA)
  • Ignite Trio (ACT) 
  • Imber Trio (SA)
  • The IncrediBows (QLD) 
  • Kingussie Trio (VIC) 
  • LeBrahm Trio (NSW) 
  • LED Trio (VIC) 
  • Quartet Alla Zingarese (QLD) 
  • Roystead Trio (VIC) 

NATIONAL FINAL

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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.  

2025 Prize Winners

Meet our Foundation and First Round Prize Winners

2025 National Final

Join us at Melbourne Recital Centre, 30 August 2025

What Is Strike A Chord?

Strike A Chord is Musica Viva Australia’s chamber music competition for school students.

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.