30th Annual Ensemble Competition
2024-05-26 09:00 - 17:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Methodist Ladies College, 207 Barkers Road, Kew, Victoria, 3101
The VFG Ensemble Competition began in 1994 as part of the Melbourne Flute Festival. Since then it has become a major annual event on the VFG’s calendar, attracting flute ensembles from schools, tertiary institutions, community groups, and private entrants from across Victoria.
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2025 Flute Ensemble Competition
2025-05-25 09:00 - 17:00 | Methodist Ladies College, 207 Barkers Road, Kew, Victoria, 3101
2025 Flute Ensemble Competition
Flute ensembles of all ages are invited to join the 2025 Flute Ensemble Competition, to be held in the acoustically superb performance spaces at MLC in Kew. This event provides a wonderful opportunity for flutists to come together, perform, and share their love of ensemble playing in a friendly and encouraging environment.
The competition will feature a wide range of ensembles, from small chamber groups to larger flute choirs, showcasing the versatility and beauty of flute ensemble music. Each performance will be evaluated by experienced adjudicators from the Melbourne flute community, who will provide constructive feedback to encourage and inspire participants.
Whether you’re a school ensemble, community group, or professional ensemble, this event offers a chance to connect with fellow musicians, develop your skills, and enjoy the experience of performing in a supportive setting.
Join us for a day of music-making, camaraderie, and celebration of flute ensemble playing. It’s a fantastic opportunity to be part of the vibrant Victorian flute community.
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32nd Flute Ensemble Competition 2026
2026-05-31 09:00 - 17:00 | Camberwell Grammar School, 55 Mont Albert Rd, Canterbury, Victoria, 3126, Australia
The 2026 Flute Ensemble Competition invites flute ensembles of all ages and experience levels to take part in one of the Victorian Flute Guild’s longest-running and most popular annual events.
Ensembles are welcomed across a wide range of categories, including Primary, 14 years and under, 16 years and under, 18 years and under, Open Section and Novice Section, with performance formats ranging from duets and mixed duets to small and large ensembles. This inclusive structure allows school groups, community ensembles and private entrants to participate in a supportive and encouraging environment.
Performances are assessed by experienced adjudicators from the Melbourne flute community, with each ensemble receiving constructive feedback to support musical development and ensemble skills. Since its beginnings in 1994 as part of the Melbourne Flute Festival, the competition has grown into a significant fixture on the VFG calendar, attracting ensembles from across Victoria.
Whether you are performing, supporting an ensemble, or attending as an audience member, the 2026 Flute Ensemble Competition is a celebration of collaborative music-making and the rich diversity of flute ensemble performance.
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