Bendigo Competitions Society Inc. 95th Annual Bendigo Eisteddfod - CANCELLED
CLASSICAL VOCAL COMPETITION
23 May 2020 to 23 May 2020
(To be confirmed after receipt of Entries and Programming has been finalised)
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         Bendigo Competitions Society Inc.


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Specific Music Conditions of Entry 2021


Please read in conjunction with General Rules and the Conditions of Entry for each discipline.


COPYRIGHT – In accordance with Federal statutes competitors must use the original materials or have permission from the relevant owners of copyright to make and use copies of copyright material at this Eisteddfod. Bendigo Competitions Society Inc. will not be liable for any infringements regarding copyright.


1.  RISK:

1.1       All competitors enter and perform at this competition at their own risk.

 

2.  ENTRY:

2.1       Music Competition is open to amateurs.

2.2       Competitors are not entitled to a refund in cases of non-appearance in any section.

2.3       Refund of entry money will not be granted following registration.

2.4       A condition of entry is that an administration fee is required per family - if multiple

entries are entered on one entry each family is required to pay the administration fee.  

 

 3.  ADJUDICATOR:

3.1.     The decisions of the Adjudicators are final, and no discussion or correspondence can be entered into.

3.2       No person may communicate with the Adjudicator during the course of the competition.

 

4. MUSIC:                                                                                                                                                   

4.1       Competitors must provide music to the booking office (for the Adjudicator) well in advance of the commencement of their section/s. Early booking, with music   photocopied in readiness prior to booking in  would assist the Society with the smooth running of the Eisteddfod.

4.2      Prior to coming to Book-in, ensure all music for the Adjudicator has already been photocopied.  Photocopied scores must be provided for the Adjudicator in all disciplines, (except the Contemporary Vocal discipline.) Please do not provide music books to be given to the adjudicator.

4.3       Original music should be use for the Accompanist. If this is impracticable photocopies may be used, providing the competitor can produce the original music to comply with copyright rules.

4.4       No competitor or teacher identification, or distinguishing marks are permitted. However, it would be helpful if each score was clearly marked – on the top right-hand corner – with the Section number and Competitor’s number (as per Official Program) prior to being provided to the booking office.

4.5       All bars must be clearly marked and numbered on music scores to be handed to the adjudicator.

4.6       In compliance with copyright rules photocopies will not be returned to competitors.

4.7       The Society does not accept any responsibility for music books or scores, USBs, CDs or other devices not collected backstage or from the office immediately after the 

            section finishes.

4.8       For Music sections that specify AMEB/ANZCA levels, competitors may only enter the level being studied in the current year. A useful reference is the “AMEB

            Schedule of Syllabuses.


5. AUDIO EQUIPMENT AND EFFECTS:

5.1       A professional sound system comprising a CD player, MP3 and ipod facility is provided at the venue, along with a person to play the music. 

5.2       Backing tracks can be on a CD or MP3 format on a USB. Ensure the backing is of good quality. A recommendation of Bendigo Competitions Society Inc. is a

commercially purchased backing through iTunes or similar (not converted from YouTube.) It is essential you a duplicate copy on a CD, or a phone, as a back-up. The CD player can handle commercial CD and CD-R disks, but not CD-RW (recordable disks).

  1.         5.3     The Competitor's name should be clearly written on the CD using an appropriate pen, with details clearly visible through its protective case. Do not use labels                       on the CD as this may cause CD failure.  Please label files as follows: Competitor’s name –   Section number, Song Title. e.g. Mary Jones – MV294 – “Mary Poppins”
  1.         5.4       A separate USB or CD for each event is required. CDs should be in a pocket or case with USBs in suitable packaging that allows labelling. 

5.5       The USB or CD to have ONE  SONG ONLY – Multiple songs on the one device will not be accepted.

5.6       No responsibility will be taken for dirty or faulty CDs, Please check on a CD player   (NOT a computer) that the CD plays in a CD player.

5.7       Competitor are responsible for collecting their recordings, from the foyer, immediately after the section.

            

 

6. TIME LIMITS:

6.1       Competitors are to limit their items to reasonable lengths and where stated adhere to time limits. REPEATS SHOULD BE AVOIDED within an item.

6.2       The timing of an event will begin with the commencement of the music and end with the conclusion of the music.  It is a condition of entries that time limits are adhered to.

6.3 Time Limits for each section: Please note a Discipline Schedule with time limits etc. can be accessed by clicking "Discipline Schedule"                                                                         (Shown in in blue on the top centre of the screen) when opening the relevant discipline on the screen when you are choosing sections to enter.                                                        Alternatively "Discipline Schedule" can be accessed on the Society's website - www.bendigocomps.org.au -                                                                                                                 Click on 'schedule.'  Then select "Stardom Schedule" from the drop down menu. When clicked it opens each discipline for information such as Time Limits etc.


7. AGE GROUPS:

7.1       In any section subject to an age limit, a competitor’s age as of 1st January (Year of the Competition) is deemed to be the age of the competitor.

7.2       Competitors may choose to enter older age groups as well as their own age group except when a section stipulates the lower age group. (e.g. 13-17 years.)

 

8. MUSIC STANDS:

8.1       Music stands will be available for all sections in all disciplines.

 

9. DUETS OR ENSEMBLES:

9.1        Individuals competitors may be part of more than one duet or ensemble in a section.

9.2        The same duet or ensemble may only enter once in a particular section.

 

10. COMMUNICATION:

10.1        Competitors must provide a valid email address with their entry.

10.2        Communication with competitors regarding confirmation of entry, and approximate timetable of events will normally be done by email.

 

11. LEILA WATSON MEMORIAL MUSIC CHAMPIONSHIP:

11.1        The Committee reserves the right to invite one or more competitors to participate in this Invitational Championship.

 

12.  DISQUALIFICATION:

12.1        Any competitor incorrectly appearing in any section will be disqualified from the relevant section. This applies to solos, duets or ensembles.

 

13. RESTARTS:

13.1      A competitor who stops when performing an item will be allowed to restart the item at the end of the section for a critique only. However, if the restart is caused  by a technical fault in equipment or the wrong music has been played, a restart for adjudication will be allowed providing the fault is quickly corrected.

 

14. REHEASALS:

14.1       No rehearsal is permitted on the stage during the Eisteddfod.


Please, also refer to Specific Music Condition of Entry for each discipline, as well as General Eisteddfod Conditions of Entry.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


 

    ALL ENTRIES MUST BE RECEIVED BY 23/03/2020 11:59:00 PM (AEST)
    14 years and under
    CV700 ART SONG SOLO     14 years and under

    Competitors may sing their song in any language. Prizes are Sponsored by Bendigo South East College.

    Prizes are sponsored by Bendigo South East College.

    Entries Closed
    Entry: $14.001st Medallion          2nd Trophy          3rd Award          HM Ribbon          
    CV702 SONG FROM A STAGE MUSICAL SOLO     14 years and under

    The song presented MUST be from a STAGE Musical - it can only be from a film if it has also been produced as a Stage Musical. Selection of song to be preferably from 1920-1960. Songs may be selected from Musical Theatre, Musical Comedy, Stage Musical or Gilbert and Sullivan. Arias from Operas are not permitted. Singers are expected to portray the character; costume is encouraged but not mandatory. Competitors entering any “Song from a Stage Musical” Section must provide the title of the song, details as from which Stage Musical the selected song was originally performed, together with the name of the composer. A Costume Prize of $10 will be awarded at the adjudicator`s discretion. The costume prize is the gift of Kathie Veitch, in memory of her late husband, Mr. Fred Veitch.

    Prizes are the gift of Kathie Veitch, in memory of her late husband, Mr. Fred Veitch.

    Entries Closed
    Entry: $14.001st Medallion          2nd Trophy          3rd Award          HM Ribbon          
    CV704 SPIRITUAL or SACRED SONG SOLO     14 years and under

    Prizes are Sponsored by Bendigo South East College.

    Prizes are sponsored by Bendigo South East College.

    Entries Closed
    Entry: $14.001st Medallion          2nd Trophy          3rd Award          HM Ribbon          
    CV706 FOLK SONG or BALLAD SOLO     14 years and under

    Prizes the gift of Clare Harris and family.

    Prizes are the gift of Clare Harris and family

    Entries Closed
    Entry: $14.001st $30          2nd $20          3rd $10          HM Ribbon          
    CV708 SONG BY AN AUSTRALIAN COMPOSER SOLO     14 years and under

    .

    Entries Closed
    Entry: $14.001st Medallion          2nd Trophy          3rd Award          HM Ribbon          
    CV709 OWN CHOICE DUET or TRIO     14 years and under

    Prizes are Sponsored by Bendigo South East College

    Prizes are sponsored by Bendigo South East College.

    Entries Closed
    Entry: $17.001st Medallion          2nd Trophy          3rd Award          HM Ribbon          
    16 years and under
    CV710 THOMAS PITSON MEMORIAL ART SONG SOLO     16 years and under

    Competitors may perform their item in any language. Prizes are the gift of the Y Service Club of Bendigo Inc.

    Entries Closed
    Entry: $15.001st $30          2nd $20          3rd $10          HM Ribbon          
    CV712 SONG FROM A STAGE MUSICAL SOLO     16 years and under

    The song presented MUST be from a STAGE Musical - it can only be from a film if it has also been produced as a Stage Musical. Selection of song to be preferably from 1920-1960. Songs may be selected from Musical Theatre, Musical Comedy, Stage Musical or Gilbert and Sullivan. Arias from Operas are not permitted. Singers are expected to portray the character; costume is encouraged but not mandatory. Competitors entering any “Song from a Stage Musical” Section must provide the title of the song, details as from which Stage Musical the selected song was originally performed, together with the name of the composer. A Costume Prize of $10 will be awarded at the adjudicator`s discretion. The costume prize is the gift of Kathie Veitch, in memory of her late husband, Mr. Fred Veitch.

    Prizes are the gift of Kathie Veitch, in memory of her late husband, Mr. Fred Veitch.

    Entries Closed
    Entry: $15.001st Medallion          2nd Trophy          3rd Award          HM Ribbon          
    CV714 SPIRITUAL or SACRED SONG SOLO     16 years and under

    Prizes are the gift of The Inner Wheel Club of Bendigo.

    Prizes are the gift of The Inner Wheel Club of Bendigo

    Entries Closed
    Entry: $15.001st $30          2nd $20          3rd $10          HM Ribbon          
    CV716 FOLK SONG or BALLAD SOLO     16 years and under

    Prizes are Sponsored by Bendigo South East College.

    Prizes are sponsored by Bendigo South East College.

    Entries Closed
    Entry: $15.001st Medallion          2nd Trophy          3rd Award          HM Ribbon          
    CV718 SONG BY AN AUSTRALIAN COMPOSER SOLO     16 years and under

    Prizes are Sponsored by Bendigo South East College.

    Prizes are sponsored by Bendigo South East College.

    Entries Closed
    Entry: $15.001st Medallion          2nd Trophy          3rd Award          HM Ribbon          
    CV719 OWN CHOICE DUET or TRIO     16 years and under

    Entries Closed
    Entry: $18.001st Medallion          2nd Trophy          3rd Award          HM Ribbon          
    18 years and under
    CV720 ART SONG SOLO     18 years and under

    Competitors may sing their item in any language. Prizes donated in a bequest from the Alma Doxford Foundation. At least Two Classical Vocalists, whom the Adjudicator deems to be the most suitable, will be selected by the Adjudicator, from sections, CV720, CV722. CV724, CV726, CV728, CV740, CV742, CV744, CV746 and/or CV749, as being eligible to perform in the LEILA WATSON MEMORIAL MUSIC CHAMPIONSHIP on Friday 19th June 2020

    Prizes donated in a bequest from the Alma Doxford Foundation

    Entries Closed
    Entry: $16.001st $30          2nd $20          3rd $10          HM Ribbon          
    CV722 SONG FROM A STAGE MUSICAL SOLO     18 years and under

    The song presented MUST be from a STAGE Musical - it can only be from a film if it has also been produced as a Stage Musical. Selection of song to be preferably from 1920-1960. Songs may be selected from Musical Theatre, Musical Comedy, Stage Musical or Gilbert and Sullivan. Arias from Operas are not permitted. Singers are expected to portray the character; costume is encouraged but not mandatory. . Competitors entering any “Song from a Stage Musical” Section must provide the title of the song, details as from which Stage Musical the selected song was originally performed, together with the name of the composer. A Costume Prize of $10 will be awarded at the adjudicator`s discretion. The costume prize is the gift of Kathie Veitch, in memory of her late husband, Mr. Fred Veitch. At least Two Classical Vocalists, whom the Adjudicator deems to be the most suitable, will be selected by the Adjudicator, from sections, CV720, CV722. CV724, CV726, CV728, CV740, CV742, CV744, CV746 and/or CV749, as being eligible to perform in the LEILA WATSON MEMORIAL MUSIC CHAMPIONSHIP on Friday 19th June 2020

    Prizes are the gift of Kathie Veitch, in memory of her late husband, Mr. Fred Veitch.

    Entries Closed
    Entry: $16.001st Medallion          2nd Trophy          3rd Award          HM Ribbon          
    CV724 SPIRITUAL or SACRED SONG SOLO     18 years and under

    This section excludes music selections from oratorio and cantatas Prizes donated in a bequest from the Alma Doxford Foundation. At least Two Classical Vocalists, whom the Adjudicator deems to be the most suitable, will be selected by the Adjudicator, from sections, CV720, CV722. CV724, CV726, CV728, CV740, CV742, CV744, CV746 and/or CV749, as being eligible to perform in the LEILA WATSON MEMORIAL MUSIC CHAMPIONSHIP on Friday 19th June 2020

    Prizes donated in a bequest from the Alma Doxford Foundation

    Entries Closed
    Entry: $16.001st $30          2nd $20          3rd $10          HM Ribbon          
    CV726 FOLK SONG or BALLAD SOLO     18 years and under

    .Prizes donated in a bequest from the Alma Doxford Foundation At least Two Classical Vocalists, whom the Adjudicator deems to be the most suitable, will be selected by the Adjudicator, from sections, CV720, CV722. CV724, CV726, CV729, CV740, CV742, CV744, CV746 and/or CV749, as being eligible to perform in the LEILA WATSON MEMORIAL MUSIC CHAMPIONSHIP on Friday 19th June 2020

    Prizes donated in a bequest from the Alma Doxford Foundation

    Entries Closed
    Entry: $16.001st $30          2nd $20          3rd $10          HM Ribbon          
    CV728 SONG BY AN AUSTRALIAN COMPOSER SOLO     18 years and under

    At least Two Classical Vocalists, whom the Adjudicator deems to be the most suitable, will be selected by the Adjudicator, from sections, CV720, CV722. CV724, CV726, CV728, CV740, CV742, CV744, CV746 and/or CV749, as being eligible to perform in the LEILA WATSON MEMORIAL MUSIC CHAMPIONSHIP on Friday 19th June 2020

    Entries Closed
    Entry: $16.001st Medallion          2nd Trophy          3rd Award          HM Ribbon          
    CV729 OWN CHOICE DUET or TRIO     18 years and under

    Entries Closed
    Entry: $19.001st Medallion          2nd Trophy          3rd Award          HM Ribbon          
    19 years and over
    CV740 THE 'MAVIS WEBSTER MEMORIAL' ART SONG OR LIED SOLO     19 years and over

    Competitors must perform their item in the original language. At least Two Classical Vocalists, whom the Adjudicator deems to be the most suitable, will be selected by the Adjudicator, from sections, CV720, CV722. CV724, CV726, CV728, CV740, CV742, CV744, CV746 and/or CV749, as being eligible to perform in the LEILA WATSON MEMORIAL MUSIC CHAMPIONSHIP on Friday 19th June 2020 .

    Entries Closed
    Entry: $18.001st $30          2nd $20          3rd $10          HM Ribbon          
    CV742 SONG FROM A STAGE MUSICAL SOLO     19 years and over

    The song presented MUST be from a STAGE Musical - it can only be from a film if it has also been produced as a Stage Musical. Selection of song to be preferably from 1920-1960. Songs may be selected from Musical Theatre, Musical Comedy, Stage Musical or Gilbert and Sullivan. Arias from Operas are not permitted. Singers are expected to portray the character; costume is encouraged but not mandatory. Competitors entering any “Song from a Stage Musical” Section must provide the title of the song, details as from which Stage Musical the selected song was originally performed, together with the name of the composer. A Costume Prize of $10 will be awarded at the adjudicator`s discretion. The costume prize is the gift of Kathie Veitch, in memory of her late husband, Mr. Fred Veitch. At least Two Classical Vocalists, whom the Adjudicator deems to be the most suitable, will be selected by the Adjudicator, from sections, CV720, CV722. CV724, CV726, CV728, CV740, CV742, CV744, CV746 and/or CV749, as being eligible to perform in the LEILA WATSON MEMORIAL MUSIC CHAMPIONSHIP on Friday 19th June 2020

    Prizes are the gift of Kathie Veitch, in memory of her late husband, Mr. Fred Veitch.

    Entries Closed
    Entry: $18.001st Medallion          2nd Trophy          3rd Award          HM Ribbon          
    CV744 SPIRITUAL or SACRED SONG SOLO     19 years and over

    This section excludes music selections from oratorio and cantatas. At least Two Classical Vocalists, whom the Adjudicator deems to be the most suitable, will be selected by the Adjudicator, from sections, CV720, CV722. CV724, CV726, CV728, CV740, CV742, CV744, CV746 and/or CV749, as being eligible to perform in the LEILA WATSON MEMORIAL MUSIC CHAMPIONSHIP on Friday 19th June 2020 Prizes are the gift of Claire Harris and family.

    Prizes are the gift of Clare Harris and family

    Entries Closed
    Entry: $18.001st $30          2nd $20          3rd $10          HM Ribbon          
    CV746 FOLK SONG or BALLAD SOLO     19 years and over

    .Prizes are the gift of the Inner Wheel Club of Bendigo. At least Two Classical Vocalists, whom the Adjudicator deems to be the most suitable, will be selected by the Adjudicator, from sections, CV720, CV722. CV724, CV726, CV728, CV740, CV742, CV744, CV746 and/or CV749, as being eligible to perform in the LEILA WATSON MEMORIAL MUSIC CHAMPIONSHIP on Friday 19th June 2020

    Prizes are the gift of The Inner Wheel Club of Bendigo

    Entries Closed
    Entry: $18.001st $30          2nd $20          3rd $10          HM Ribbon          
    CV749 SONG BY AN AUSTRALIAN COMPOSER SOLO     19 years and over

    Prizes donated in a bequest from the Alma Doxford Foundation. At least Two Classical Vocalists, whom the Adjudicator deems to be the most suitable, will be selected by the Adjudicator, from sections, CV720, CV722. CV724, CV726, CV728, CV740, CV742, CV744, CV746 and/or CV749, as being eligible to perform in the LEILA WATSON MEMORIAL MUSIC CHAMPIONSHIP on Friday 19th June 2020.

    Prizes donated in a bequest from the Alma Doxford Foundation

    Entries Closed
    Entry: $18.001st Medallion          2nd Trophy          3rd Award          HM Ribbon          
    CV760 OWN CHOICE DUET or TRIO     19 years and over

    Entries Closed
    Entry: $21.001st Medallions          2nd Trophies          3rd Awards          HM Ribbons          
    14 years and under
    CV770 CLASSICAL VOCAL CHAMPIONSHIP SOLO     14 years and under

    Competitors must have PERFORMED in three Classical Vocal sections in their age group at this year's Eisteddfod Competitors are to perform THREE items in this Championship a) Song from a Stage Musical b) Art Song Solo (this may be a repeat of a previous item), c) Own Choice Solo. These may be performed in any order, according to the preference of each competitor. No special costumes to be worn in this section as competitors will sing their three items consecutively. Time limit 10 minutes overall. Prizes are the gift of the Peter Ryall Memorial Foundation.

    Entries Closed
    Entry: $20.001st Trophy + $50          2nd Trophy          3rd Award          HM Ribbon          
    15 years to 18 years
    CV772 CLASSICAL VOCAL CHAMPIONSHIP SOLO     15 years to 18 years

    Competitors must have PERFORMED in three Classical Vocal sections in their age group at this year's Eisteddfod. Competitors are to perform THREE items in this Championship a) Song from a Stage Musical b) Art Song Solo (this may be a repeat of a previous item) c) Own Choice Solo. These may be performed in any order, according to the preference of each competitor No special costumes to be worn in this section as competitors will sing their three items consecutively. Time limit 12 minutes overall. Prizes are the gift of the Peter Ryall Memorial Foundation.

    Entries Closed
    Entry: $20.001st Trophy + $50          2nd Trophy          3rd Award          HM Ribbon          
    19 years and over
    CV774 AMY CASTLES CLASSICAL VOCAL CHAMPIONSHIP SOLO     19 years and over

    Amy Castles (1880-1951),dramatic soprano, grew up in Bendigo where she was educated at St Kilian`s PS and then at St Mary`s College. Amy`s talent was discovered by Allan Bindley while she was at school. One of her first public performances was in a local production of Gilbert & Sullivan`s Patience in October 1898. The magnificent quality of her voice astonished her audiences in Australia and across the world. Competitors must PERFORM in THREE other Classical Vocal sections at this year's Eisteddfod to qualify for entry into this Championship Three items to be performed within a total time limit of 20 minutes: a) Song from a Stage Musical b) Art Song to be sung in the original language (this may be a repeat of a previous item) c) Own choice solo These may be performed in any order, according to the preference of each competitor Prizes are the gift of John Clancy and the Bendigo Competitions Society Inc.

    Prizes are the gift of John Clancy in conjunction with the Bendigo Competitions Society Inc

    Entries Closed
    Entry: $20.001st $150          2nd $50          3rd $30          
    For Current Year, Units 1 & 2 V.C.E. Music Performance or Music Investigation Students
    CV780 V.C.E. CLASSICAL VOCAL OWN CHOICE SOLO     For Current Year, Units 1 & 2 V.C.E. Music Performance or Music Investigation Students

    This section is ONLY for students who are studying V.C.E. Music Performance or V.C,E. Music Investigation in the current year.

    Entries Closed
    Entry: $15.001st Medallion          2nd Trophy          3rd Award          HM Ribbon          
    For Current Year, Units 3 & 4 V.C.E. Music Performance or Music Investigation Students
    CV782 V.C.E. CLASSICAL VOCAL OWN CHOICE SOLO     For Current Year, Units 3 & 4 V.C.E. Music Performance or Music Investigation Students

    This section is ONLY for students who are studying V.C.E. Music Performance or V.C,E. Music Investigation in the current year.

    Entries Closed
    Entry: $15.001st Medallion          2nd Trophy          3rd Award          HM Ribbon          
    For Current Year, Units 1 - 4 Music Performance or Music Investigation Students - V.C.E. Classical Vocal
    CV784 V.C.E. CLASSICAL VOCAL ENSEMBLE or GROUP     For Current Year, Units 1 - 4 Music Performance or Music Investigation Students - V.C.E. Classical Vocal

    This section is ONLY for students who are studying V.C.E. Music Performance or V.C,E. Music Investigation in the current year.

    Entries Closed
    Entry: $22.001st Medal          2nd Medal          3rd Medal          HM Ribbon