Bach Competition 2023
Now in its fourteenth year, Melbourne Recital Centre’s Bach Competition is dedicated to young musicians passionate about J.S. Bach.
Applications
Melbourne Recital Centre’s 2023 Bach Competition, dedicated to young musicians passionate about JS Bach is now open for entries.
Entrants will compete for the Richard Mills Prize of $4000, plus additional encouragement prizes.
This competition is open to any instrument/s soloists, duos or small ensembles (five or fewer) 17 years of age and under (at 1 January 2022). A minimum performance level of AMEB Grade 5 or equivalent is expected.
The competition repertoire will consist of any works of JS Bach not exceeding 10 minutes in total duration. The Competition Final will be held at Melbourne Recital Centre on Sunday 4 June 2023. This event is free, however, tickets will be required for entry.
Competition applications close Wednesday 26 April 2023 11.59pm.
Please download the competition guidelines for further application information. To enter, please complete the application form via the button below.
For all other enquiries please email bachcompetition@melbournerecital.com.au.
Click here to book tickets to the 2023 Bach Competiton Recital.
The 2023 Bach Competition is supported by Richard Mills AM, Martine Letts, Vivienne Ritchie, Maria Johnson on behalf of the Late Harry Johnson and Melbourne Recital Centre.