IFAC Handa Australian Singing Competition - ASC

IFAC Handa Australian Singing Competition - ASC Australasia's richest competition for opera and classical singers under the age of 26.

Recognised as one of the longest-running events of its kind, offering a range of scholarships, prizes, career and networking opportunities. ABOUT IFAC HANDA AUSTRALIAN SINGING COMPETITION
IFAC Handa Australian Singing Competition evolved from the Marianne Mathy Scholarship, established through a bequest made by Marianne Mathy-Frisdane, a distinguished teacher of opera and classical singing. The co

mpetition is now entering its third decade discovering, rewarding and providing career opportunities to emerging young opera and classical singers under the age of twenty-six.

Peek behind the curtain! Watch our fabulous five finalists at the 2025 Masterclass led by acclaimed international Barito...
10/09/2025

Peek behind the curtain!

Watch our fabulous five finalists at the 2025 Masterclass led by acclaimed international Baritone and ASC National Adjudicator, Jeffrey Black.

The 2025 MasterClass in Opera and Classical Singing was held at The Opera Centre on Monday 18 August 2025. The MasterClass is sponsored by MOSTยฎ and features...

Only 15 days to go until the IFAC Handa Australian Singing Competition Finals! Did you miss the Semi- Finals Concert? ๐ŸŽฅ ...
10/09/2025

Only 15 days to go until the IFAC Handa Australian Singing Competition Finals!

Did you miss the Semi- Finals Concert? ๐ŸŽฅ Donโ€™t worryโ€”weโ€™ve got you covered! Catch up on all the operatic action, relive the magic, and see how our five brilliant finalists emerged.

๐Ÿ‘‰ Watch the videos here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U1YtDvjcHa4&list=PLitZfdUIu5AmSW7NvyrO7Xwyef7AIOKRj&index=19

We canโ€™t wait to see you at the performance on 25 September at The Concourse, Chatswood! ๐ŸŽค๐ŸŽถ

The Semi-Finals Concert of the 2024 IFAC Handa Australian Singing Competition, held on Sunday 17 August at The Independent Theatre, North Sydney.Adjudicators...

Learn more about the 2025 ASC Finalists! Wesley Yu, Sophie Blades, Sidra Nissen, Aidan Hodder, Brittney Northcott Limeli...
29/08/2025

Learn more about the 2025 ASC Finalists! Wesley Yu, Sophie Blades, Sidra Nissen, Aidan Hodder, Brittney Northcott Limelight

Three Victorian and two NSW-based singers are in the running for the coveted $30,000 Marianne Mathy Scholarship.

We are pleased to announce the finalists for the 2025 IFAC Handa Australian Singing Competition. These exceptional young...
18/08/2025

We are pleased to announce the finalists for the 2025 IFAC Handa Australian Singing Competition. These exceptional young opera singers will perform at the prestigious Finals Concert on 25 September 2025, showcasing their talent in front of a distinguished panel of judges and a live audience. A big thank you is extended to our National Adjudicator, Internationally Acclaimed Baritone, Jeffrey Black.

Finalists:
Sophie Blades, Soprano
Aidan Hodder, Baritone
Sidra Nissen, Mezzo Soprano
Brittney Northcott, Mezzo Soprano
Wesley Haotian Yu, Tenor

Join us for an evening celebrating exceptional young vocal talent.

Finals Concert
Date: 25 September 2025
Location: Chatswood Concourse
Tickets: Available via link in bio

A message from 2024 Merenda Legacy Prize Winner Molly Ryan! "Thank you so much to the Merenda Legacy Prize and the ASC f...
11/08/2025

A message from 2024 Merenda Legacy Prize Winner Molly Ryan!

"Thank you so much to the Merenda Legacy Prize and the ASC for enabling me with the opportunity to travel to and study in Italy this summer! I was fortunate to spend my time participating in an Italian intensive language school in Firenze, work with incredible vocal and language coaches and attend the Arena di Verona to watch world class performances of Nabucco and Carmen! This life changing opportunity was only possible due to the generosity of this award and the IFAC Handa Australian Singing Competition! I am very grateful to have had the chance to continue my vocal and language studies in Italy. Thank you so much โค๏ธโœจ"

๐ŸŽ‰ Congratulations to Brea for progressing to the Semi-Finals of the 2025 IFAC Handa Australian Singing Competition! ๐ŸŒŸTo ...
03/06/2025

๐ŸŽ‰ Congratulations to Brea for progressing to the Semi-Finals of the 2025 IFAC Handa Australian Singing Competition! ๐ŸŒŸ

To learn more about the Semi-Finalists, and to attend the Semi-Final Concert, head to the links in our bio. ๐ŸŽถ

๐ŸŽ‰ Congratulations to Aidan for progressing to the Semi-Finals of the 2025 IFAC Handa Australian Singing Competition! ๐ŸŒŸTo...
03/06/2025

๐ŸŽ‰ Congratulations to Aidan for progressing to the Semi-Finals of the 2025 IFAC Handa Australian Singing Competition! ๐ŸŒŸ

To learn more about the Semi-Finalists, and to attend the Semi-Final Concert, head to the links in our bio. ๐ŸŽถ

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