​On behalf of the South Suburban Music Society, it is our great pleasure to welcome you to the 84th Eisteddfod in 2026.

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It has been incredibly rewarding to see the Eisteddfod return and flourish since its revival in 2024. Established in 1938, the South Suburban Music Society has always aimed to promote the learning, appreciation, and stagecraft of music within a supportive and inclusive environment. 

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A huge thanks to all of you: our performers, teachers, families, supporters and sponsors. Whether this is your first time on stage or one of many performances, we hope you feel supported, inspired, and proud of what you achieve here. 

This year, we are delighted to introduce a Piano Australian Composer (Age Group) section, giving performers the chance to explore and celebrate Australian music. As you prepare, we ask everyone to please take a moment to carefully read the syllabus and rules.

A few important reminders and changes:

• For AMEB grade sections, If a full sonata is listed as the syllabus requirement, the complete work must be performed.

• Ensemble and choir sections now require one piece only, rather than two as in previous years.

• Please be mindful of time limits. Performances that exceed the limit will still receive an adjudicator’s report but will not be eligible for prizes. 

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As always, we look forward to hearing you!

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Important dates:

• Opening date for entries: 1 May 2026

• Closing date for entries: 5 June 2026 (late entries closing 19 June with additional fee $10)

 

Yours sincerely,

Sophie Fang Lin and Lisa Yang

SSMS Co-directors