Instead of being divided into age groups, Junior Music Festivals are divided into sections by the grade/ability of the performer. This means that all participants have a chance to shine and even win prizes, even late beginners. Any recognised Exam board grading system is acceptable.

Trophy prizes are awarded in all sections, with all participants receiving a Certificate of Participation and a report from the adjudicator. Entrants must be aged 18 years and under as at 31 July. They may enter for more than one venue.  (See website for Terms and Conditions.)

MARK MATTHEWS AUSTRALIAN COMPOSER AWARD  - The Mark Matthews Australian Composer Award will be offered at the Junior Music Festival Wollongong. The competitor must play a piece composed by Mark Matthews and the time limit will be 5 minutes. This award is open to piano students only, beginners to 6th Grade, duets not permitted. This section will be offered on the condition that 3 or more competitors have entered. For 2024, the fee for entering this section is $5 per student.

For any Mark Mathews compositions in the Beginners to 6th grade range- visit remarkablemusic.net

Cash prizes and a trophy will be awarded to the winners as follows:
Beginners to Grade 2 (Novice and Elementary)
1st Place    $25.00 
2nd Place   $15.00
3rd Place    $10.00

Grade 3 to Grade 6 (Intermediate and Late Intermediate)
1st Place    $50.00 
2nd Place   $30.00
3rd Place    $20.00

Location

Wollongong Conservatorium Auditorium
Murphys Avenue, Keiraville NSW 2500

CLOSING DATE FOR ENTRIES:  27 OCTOBER 2023
NO LATE ENTRIES WILL BE ACCEPTED

Important Information

• Entries are open to students of both MTA Members and non-members.
• Students must be no older than 18 at the 31 July. Proof of age may be requested.
• Students may enter each section once under each instrument (e.g. one entry playing piano, and another playing violin).
• Students may enter at more than one venue.
• A First Prize winner cannot compete in the same grade the following year.
• Students must provide their own accompaniment if needed.

Entry Fees
From $23 - $34 per performance
All performers receive a Certificate of Participation and an Adjudicator's Report.

Audience Tickets
Adult: $7
Child/Concession: $5
Teachers and accompanists: free entry
To avoid dissapointment, it is recommended that audience members pre-purchase tickets prior to the event. Tickets at the door will only be available if space permits.

Contact Details

Contact Event Organiser