2pm Saturday 29 August
From a staggering 170 ensembles from across the country, twelve finalists have been selected to perform in Musica Viva Australia’s Strike A Chord final this Saturday.
As proud Media Partner of this year’s competition, 3MBS will broadcast the afternoon live on air and via video stream, with 3MBS presenter Amanda Smith hosting the event.
Tune in to 3MBS from 2pm, or use the link below to book a ticket to enjoy the final in person or register for the livestream.
Representing schools and communities from across the country, this year's finalists showcase the extraordinary depth of young musical talent in Australia. The twelve Championship finalists for 2026 are:
ATC Trio (QLD)
The Celeste Quartet (SA)
CHROMOS Trio (WA)
ELIJA Quartet (QLD)
JPMS Ensemble Sonore (QLD)
Kingsland Piano Trio (ACT)
Kingussie Trio (VIC)
L.E.D. Trio (VIC)
Nightingale Trio (VIC)
Quartet Avenoir (TAS/QLD/NSW/VIC)
Quatuor Fabriqués (VIC)
Vanta Quartet (NSW)
Image: Strike A Chord National Final 2025 taken by James Grant