Alexander Voltz

Alexander Voltz is a composer and writer living in Brisbane, Australia. His music has been performed and supported by the London Festival of Contemporary Church Music, Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, Australian National Academy of Music, Australian Youth Orchestra, Australian Broadcasting Corporation and others. He is twice a semi-finalist of the composition division of the Bartók World Competition (HUN) and placed second in the Harlow Chorus’ 2022 Young Composer Competition (UK). In 2021, Alexander independently produced his first opera, Edward and Richard: The True Story of the Princes in the Tower. The following year, he conceived and directed The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Concert, Australia’s largest celebration of Elizabeth II in her seventieth regnant year. In 2024, his Dunrossil Elms won the Symphonic Category of the 19th George Enescu International Competition (ROM).

Since 2023, Alexander has worked as the founding Music Editor of the longstanding Australian cultural journal Quadrant. His opinion editorials on music, culture and politics have been published by Limelight, Sky News Australia, The Spectator Australia, The Australian Financial Review, The Critic (UK) and others. He is a strong advocate for more quality Australian art, increased artistic freedom, improved education and greater cultural entrepreneurship.

Alexander is also known for his political stance as a monarchist and is a spokesperson for the Australian Monarchist League. Following the death of Queen Elizabeth II, he appeared across national Australian media outlets, presenting the League’s perspectives. In 2024, he was the League’s principal spokesperson during Their Majesties The King and Queen’s tour of Australia.

Alexander holds a Bachelor of Music (Hons I) from The University of Queensland. He has benefited from the mentorships of several leading Australian composers, including Brenton Broadstock and Brett Dean. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts, majoring in Ancient History/History and Writing.

Email: alexanderalexandervoltz.com (alexander[at]alexandervoltz[dot]com)

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