What is Chamber Music?

Traditionally, chamber music was written for a small group of musicians playing in a modest and intimate setting such as a home. 

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Recording Your Videos

Watch our webinar with ABC Classic's Digital Producer, Matthew Lorenzon for some tips and tricks.

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Finding Repertoire

Read our guide on finding repertoire to help you choose the right piece to play and where to find sheet music.

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How to Enter

A step-by-step guide on how to enter Strike A Chord

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can we write or arrange our own music? How old do students need to be to enter? Does our school have to enter our group? And more.

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Prizes

There is a total prize pool of over $60,000 to be own amongst the Foundation and Championship Sections. Prizes include cash, development opportunities and music resources.  

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Meet our Jury

2024 Jury

Past Winners

See who took out prizes in the 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2024 Strike A Chord competitions. 

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Foundation Section Rules & Regulations

Please ensure you have read the rules and regulations, and meet entry requirements when applying.

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Championship Section Rules & Regulations

Please ensure you have read the rules and regulations, and meet entry requirements when applying.

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View or download the Strike A Chord poster by pressing this button below .

Hang it in your classroom, music room, or community space to help spread the word and inspire others to join in!