Music Scholarships

Trinity’s Music Scholarships recognise students who demonstrate outstanding musical ability and a strong commitment to developing their musical potential.

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Music is an integral part of life at Trinity, providing students with opportunities to develop their skills, creativity and confidence.

The Music Department has a strong tradition of music education across a diverse range of instruments and musical experiences.

Eligibility

Current Trinity students entering Years 7, 8 or 9 in 2028
Students already enrolled to commence at Trinity in 2028
New students seeking entry to Trinity in Years 7, 8 or 9 in 2028
Students must be an Australian Citizen or Australian Permanent Resident

Selection process

Places are awarded on the basis of an audition and interview. Students invited to audition will also be required to sit the independent academic test at Trinity Grammar School, Kew.

For the audition, students are required to:

Perform two contrasting pieces on their principal instrument
Arrange their own accompanist
Demonstrate their musical ability, potential and commitment to music

Further information about audition dates, academic testing and application requirements is provided in the Music Scholarship Information Factsheet.

Instruments we particularly encourage

Flute
Bassoon
Trumpet
French Horn
Trombone
Tuba
Viola
Double Bass

Applications are also encouraged from students presenting other string, woodwind, brass and percussion instruments.

Piano is not accepted for 2028. Applications for Piano are not being accepted for Music Scholarships in 2028.

AMEB levels apply. Applicants must have achieved the appropriate AMEB levels (or equivalent). The full outline of requirements is in the Music Scholarship Factsheet.

Key dates

Soon2026

Applications for 2028 open
Register your interest to be notified as soon as applications open.
11 Dec2026

Applications close
Submit your application and the $120 fee by this date.
6 Feb2027

Academic Examination
At Trinity, 2.00 pm–5.00 pm. Required for all Music Scholarship candidates.
Feb2027

Auditions
Shortlisted students are invited to audition.
Mar2027

Outcomes
All applicants are notified of the outcome by email.

Scholarship expectations

Recipients are expected to maintain a strong commitment to their musical development and actively contribute to the musical life of the school. Scholarships are subject to periodic performance review against the criteria applicable to all scholarships at Trinity.

Scholarship value

Music Scholarships provide a reduction in tuition fees and are awarded at the discretion of the Principal.

Music Scholarship FAQs

Who is eligible to apply for an Academic or Music Scholarship?

To be eligible for consideration, applicants must be Australian Citizens or hold Permanent Residency (PR) status at the time of application. Please note that students on a Student (subclass 500) Visa or a Temporary Resident Visa are not eligible to apply.

What is the cost of applying?

The application fee is $120.00.

When do applications close?

Applications for Academic Scholarships close on Friday 29 January 2027.

Applications for Music Scholarships close on Friday 11 December 2026.

My child has already accepted a place for 2028. Can they still apply?

Yes. Students who have accepted an offer of enrolment are welcome to apply for a scholarship and will be considered alongside all other applicants.

Does my child need to sit the Academic Examination for a Music Scholarship?

Yes. All candidates wishing to be considered for a Music Scholarship must complete the Academic Examination, which will be held on Saturday 6 February 2027, from 2.00 pm to 5.00 pm. Students shortlisted for a Music Scholarship will be invited to audition in early February. Details regarding eligible instruments and minimum performance standards can be found in the Music Scholarship Factsheet.

When will I hear more following the academic testing?

Shortlisted applicants will usually be contacted within two to three weeks after the scholarship examination. Applicants who are not shortlisted will receive notification of the outcome by email as soon as possible; however, this may not be until mid to late March 2027.

What level of fee remission is provided?

Scholarships provide partial remission of tuition fees. As scholarship awards are determined on a case-by-case basis, remission levels are not publicly disclosed.

Still have questions? Contact our team and we’ll be happy to help.