The Victorian Flute Guild

53rd Annual Leslie Barklamb Scholarship - Preliminaries 2026
2026-08-30 09:00 - 14:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Camberwell Grammar School, 55 Mont Albert Rd, Canterbury, Victoria, 3126, Australia
The 2026 Leslie Barklamb Scholarship preliminaries invite young flautists to take part in one of Australia’s most respected and long-running flute competitions. Established to honour the legacy of Leslie Barklamb, the Scholarship continues to foster excellence, musicianship and artistic development in emerging performers.
The competition is open to flautists across multiple age groups, with sections for 11 years and under, 13 years and under, 15 years and under, 18 years and under, VCE, and the Leslie Barklamb Scholarship (25 years and under). Participants will be assessed by a panel of experienced adjudicators, with each performer receiving valuable feedback to support their musical growth.
Winners of the 11, 13 and 15 years and under sections, along with the VCE section, as determined on the day, will be invited to perform in the Leslie Barklamb Scholarship Finals Concert, held the following week. The 18 years and under and 25 years and under sections progress through to that final concert, where Scholarship recipients will be determined.
Whether competing or attending as a supporter, the 2026 Leslie Barklamb Scholarship preliminaries are a cornerstone of the Victorian flute calendar and a celebration of young talent and dedication to the flute.
Entries open: Monday 1 June 2026Entries close: Friday 7 August 2026
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53rd Annual Leslie Barklamb Scholarship - Finals Concert 2026
2026-09-04 19:00 - 21:00 | Armadale Baptist Church, 88 Kooyong Road, Armadale, Victoria, 3143, Australia
The 2026 Leslie Barklamb Scholarship finals bring together outstanding young flautists for an evening concert celebrating excellence, dedication and emerging artistry. This special event forms the culmination of the 53rd Annual Leslie Barklamb Scholarship Competition.
The concert features performances by invited finalists following the preliminary rounds, including winners of the 11, 13 and 15 years and under sections and the VCE section, as well as finalists in the 18 years and under and 25 years and under (Scholarship) categories. During the concert, the recipients of the senior awards will be determined.
Audiences are invited to enjoy a program showcasing a wide range of repertoire and performance styles, highlighting the musical development and individuality of each finalist. The 2026 Leslie Barklamb Scholarship finals are a highlight of the Victorian flute calendar and an opportunity to support young musicians at a pivotal moment in their musical journey.
Audience tickets available at the door.
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