The Songwriting Prize 2026 - Perth
Now in its 11th year, The Songwriting Prize, presented by the award-winning mental health
music charity Listen Up Music, is more than just a competition. It's a vibrant community where songwriters
can share their personal stories through music, all while showcasing some of Australia's finest songwriting
talent to delighted audiences.
Each year, songwriters are invited to submit original works based on a specific theme. This year, we're
exploring "The Next Chapter"
, a theme that promises to inspire powerful and introspective musical
narratives.
Autumn Sage, Bailey Perrie, Brandon Poletti, Carl Zoller, Dwayne De Mello, Damien Binder, Danella, Darren Gillis, Don't Tell Daisy,Gergina Dacheff, and Sally Jane.
A live panel of esteemed industry judges will provide valuable feedback on each performance. The overall
winner from this event will be announced on the night, and will share in a prize pool of over $65,000.
With Regional Final events taking place in 10 locations across the country, join us to experience an
unforgettable evening of live performances featuring the best songs from your region. You
'll not only hear
incredible music, but also the personal stories that inspired each piece.
The minds in music matter.