Festivals

• Improve their playing ability by preparing a selection of music to performance standard, as a soloist or in an ensemble.
• Enhance their appreciation of the musical potential of the recorder.
• Receive a written evaluation of their performance in the competition finals from a jury comprising international and Australian recorder professionals.
• Receive prize money for winning performances and perform in the Highlights Concert.

Orpheus Music has been running world-class recorder events for over 25 years. From workshops and technique classes to major festivals, we create platforms for recorder competitions where musicians grow, compositions get discovered, and the recorder community strengthens.

How to Enter the Composition Competitions

Eligibility requirements:

Australian/New Zealander recorder players

Non-professionals: A professional recorder performer is not eligible to enter the competition.

Participation in the Orpheus Recorder Festival: All players entering the Preselection stage and finalists must be enrolled in the Australasian Recorder Festival 2028.

Australasian Recorder Festival 2028

The festival runs annually at Presbyterian Ladies' College, Armidale with classes, ensembles, and concerts.

Festival includes:

• Tiered groups matching playing standards
• Multiple tutors per ensemble
• Youth section for players under 30
• Topics from medieval music to jazz
• Professional concerts and trade display

Full board is available including meals and accommodation.

Enter the Orpheus Music Recorder Competition Today

Our competitions offer performers serious opportunities for performance and professional development with substantial prizes.