AUSTA WA String Festival 2026

Registrations close 31st May 2026 or until sold out! 

AUSTA WA looks forward to welcoming AUSTA members (teachers and their students) of all levels to this exciting annual event. 

Eligibility & Registration

• This event is currently open to AUSTA members only (teachers and their students)
• To register, log in to the AUSTA website to obtain the access code or contact your teacher to use their code

Before You Register:

• Carefully select your session and check all accompanist details 
• Ensure you have all required information ready including piece title, composer and performance length
• Please note: No changes to registrations will be permitted this year, out of respect for everyone’s time.

For membership enquiries, please contact AUSTA Administration at admin@austa.asn.au prior to booking.

Performance Details

• Each 'ticket' allows for the performance of one piece (maximum 5 minutes).
• Participants may enter:
  • As an individual performer (with or without accompaniment, depending on the work), or
  • As part of a string duet, with each player performing an individual part.

Accompaniment

• If your piece requires accompaniment, you may:
  • Provide your own accompanist, or
  • Use the AUSTA provided pianist.
• AUSTA WA covers the performance fees for official festival accompanists on the day.
• You must indicate during registration which AUSTA accompanist you are using or provide your own.
• If using a festival accompanist, please contact them directly to arrange a rehearsal prior to the festival.
• Important: Any piece with a written accompaniment must be performed with accompaniment.

AUSTA provided pianists:

• Kendra (Smith) Hamersley (Ellenbrook)
• Michelle Komatsu (Double View)
• Stephanie Nicholls (NOR)
• Joseph Ryan (Nedlands)

Audience

• This event is free for audience members.
• Participants are encouraged to invite family and friends to attend and support their performance.

2026 Festival Adjudicators

• Joan Wright
• Robin Brawley
• TBC

University of Western Australia

Conservatorium of Music

35 Stirling Highway
Perth WA 6009

Stephanie Fraser - wapresident@austa.asn.au  ‭