Every year, students across the Melbourne Conservatorium of Music are invited to compete for the opportunity to perform as a soloist with The University of Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, The University of Melbourne Wind Symphony, or one of the other Conservatorium ensembles.

In 2026, the final round will be on 30 September in Hanson Dyer Hall. Apart from the winner(s) of the concerto performance opportunity, additional prizes may be awarded at the discretion of the Adjudication Panel.

Thank you for your interest in our competition, and above all, in the commitment and brilliance of our students.

Patrons are welcome to attend the competition at any point during the program.

Venue Information

This event takes place in Hanson Dyer Hall, located on the third floor of The Ian Potter Southbank Centre which is accessible via the stairs or lift. Please enter via the main entrance at 43 Sturt St, Southbank VIC 3006.

Finalists

Percussion

Sasha Wee, marimba

Brass

Kilian Casey, tuba
Jacob O’Hara, bass trombone

Woodwind

Marcus Ho, saxophone

Lindsay Hicks, flute

Clare Waters, clarinet. With Felix Gilmore (drums)

Strings

Ethan Chiao, cello

Ingram Fan, violin. With Associate Artist Rhodri Clarke

Flora Yang, cello. With Associate Artist Kevin Suherman

Singers

Lily Flynn

Zihua Zhang

Piano

Jasmine Lai

Danny Yang

Ben Fu

Image: Gregory Lorenzutti

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