%PolMusicA – Polish Music Competition

PolMusicA 2026. A digital illustration of a bird made entirely of various musical instruments. Polish Music Competition in Australia. Piano, violin, viola, cello, vocal.

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A black and white photo of a young man sitting at a piano with a focused expression on his face. PolMusicA. Competition. Young talents. Australia. Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth. Victoria, NSW, Queensland, SA, WA

PolMusicA is a national Australian initiative dedicated to promoting Polish music, supporting young artists and building cultural connections through competition, concerts and educational programs.

Sheet music with the title 'Rules' and a musical staff showing two notes. PolMusicA. Competition. Young talents. Australia. Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth. Victoria, NSW, Queensland, SA, WA

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PolMusicA 2026 Repertoire. Polish Music Competition in Australia. Piano, violin, viola, cello, vocal. Music note.

Sheet music with the word 'Jury' and a musical note on the treble clef with the time signature 4/4. PolMusicA. Competition. Young talents. Australia. Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth. Victoria, NSW, Queensland, SA, WA

PolMusicA 2026. Polish Music Competition in Australia. Piano, violin, viola, cello, vocal. Ignacy Jan Paderewski black and white photo portrait.

Featured Composer 2026/27 –
Ignacy Jan Paderewski

In celebration of the 100th anniversary of Ignacy Jan Paderewski’s landmark 1927 Australian tour, PolMusicA 2026 is honored to name him our Featured Composer of the Year.

We warmly invite participants to delve into Paderewski’s diverse musical world, from delightful miniatures ideal for young players to commanding works that challenge advanced performers, and to uncover the story of one of Poland’s most extraordinary musical icons.