Latest News: Australian Music Centre (AMC) Offers Alan Griffiths Pedagogical Representation Status and Associate Artist

The Australian Music Centre (AMC) has recently honored composer Alan Griffiths with Pedagogical Representation status and Associate Artist representation, a significant milestone in his illustrious career. This recognition underscores Griffiths’ contributions to Australian music, highlighting his innovative compositions and dedication to the art form.

Based in Australia and New Zealand, Griffiths has carved a unique path in classical music, blending influences from Fauré to Zimmer. Largely self-taught, he honed his craft under the late Dr. Allan Zavod, scoring 25 films, including The Alive Tribe (1997) and The Real Thing (2000). His art music, however, has been his true calling. Griffiths’ debut solo piano album, Introspection (2016), premiered to a sold-out audience in Yass, NSW, performed by Ukrainian/Australian pianist Evgeny Ukhanov. The album earned international acclaim, with 15 of its pieces selected for the 2018–2024 ANZCA Music Examinations pianoforte syllabus.

His 2018 album, Rare View, marked another triumph, launching the world’s first 108-key Stuart & Sons Concert Grand Piano at Beleura House. Performed by Nicholas Young, Dominik Przywara, and George Yang, the concert was filmed by SONY, with a video by Japanese director Kenshin Nawa garnering over 470,000 views. Griffiths’ ability to weave virtuosity and emotional depth has drawn praise, with Fanfare Magazine noting his seamless expressive shifts.

In 2022, Griffiths collaborated with lyric bass Paul Whelan for the world premiere of his song cycle Such a Fine, Sunny Day at The Piano Centre for Music and Arts in Christchurch, New Zealand. Sponsored by TM Stagetec Systems, the performance was a testament to Griffiths’ growing influence. Whelan later performed the Australian premiere at St Paul’s Cathedral, Melbourne, in 2023, alongside chamber works featuring cellist Gemma Kneale and violinist Zoe Freisberg.

The AMC, established in 1974, supports over 500 Australian composers and sound artists, connecting them with global audiences through resources, performances, and advocacy. By granting Griffiths Pedagogical and Associate Artist status, the AMC acknowledges his role in advancing Australian music education and composition. His attendance at New Zealand Opera’s inaugural New Opera Forum in 2024 further signals his commitment to pushing creative boundaries, including his ongoing work on an opera for Whelan.

This recognition from the AMC cements Griffiths’ place among Australia’s musical innovators, celebrating a composer whose work resonates with both virtuosity and heart. For more on his journey, visit .