97th City of Devonport Eisteddfod
Brass Band Instrumental
10 Sep 2026 to 16 Sep 2026
(To be confirmed after receipt of Entries and Programming has been finalised)
View Discipline Rule

ADDITIONAL BRASS BAND INSTRUMENTAL CONDITIONS


    1. All Competitors and accompanists must arrive 15 minutes prior to commencement of session (not class).

     

    1. PRIOR TO ARRIVAL teachers or students must ensure that the adjudicator’s copy of all music is stapled together; and clearly labelled with competitor's name, class number, competitor number, have all bars numbered, and state the title of the piece and the composer's name. The adjudicator’s music score/s are to be handed in at the registration desk at least 15 minutes prior to the commencement of the session.
    2. Competitors must not use the same item more than once during the competitions nor in more than two consecutive years. No competitor may use the same piece with which they have won a first prize at these competitions until an elapse of two Eisteddfod years.
    3. Recorded accompaniment must be uploaded to Stardom by SEPTEMBER 9 2026 and be instrumental music ONLY. All teachers should have a back-up of music on a phone style device and may be responsible for starting the music for the performance. No CD or USB options are available.
    4. A trumpet or french horn will not be accepted as a brass band instrument.
    5. NOVICE: One who has not won a first place on a brass instrument at any competition prior to JANUARY 1 2026.
    6. Band players must wear uniform.
    7. Time limits will be STRICTLY ENFORCED by the official timekeeper.
    ALL ENTRIES MUST BE RECEIVED BY 31/05/2026 11:59:00 PM +10:00 (AEST)
    Open (50 Years and Over)
    CLASS 184 VETERANS BALLAD Solo     Open (50 Years and Over)

    Time Limit: 08:00

    Competitor mus be 50 years and over on Jan 1. Own selection.

    LIFEWAY CHURCH, 130 William Street, Devonport Registration and hall will open 30 minutes before the start of the session. Tickets can be booked online at https://trybooking.com

    		Entries Closed
    Entry: $10.001st $30          2nd $20          3rd $10          
    Open
    CLASS 186 BRASS BAND Duo/Trio     Open

    Time Limit: 06:00

    Own selection.

    The W.R. Andrews Memorial sponspored by the Andrews Family

    paranaple arts centre, Town Hall Theatre, 145 Rooke Street, Devonport Registration and hall will open 30 minutes before the start of the session. For tickets contact: Box Office phone 6420 2900

    		Entries Closed
    Entry: $10.001st $30          2nd $20          3rd $10          
    18 years & under
    CLASS 191 BRASS BAND Duo/Trio     18 years & under

    Time Limit: 06:00

    Own selection.

    The W.R. Andrews Memorial sponspored by the Andrews Family

    		Entries Closed
    Entry: $10.001st $25          2nd $15          3rd $10          
    14 years & under
    CLASS 195 NOVICE BRASS BAND Solo     14 years & under

    Time Limit: 04:00

    Any brass instrument. Own selection. Non winner as at Jan 1.

    paranaple arts centre, Town Hall Theatre, 145 Rooke Street, Devonport Registration and hall will open 30 minutes before the start of the session. For tickets contact: Box Office phone 6420 2900

    		Entries Closed
    Entry: $10.001st $20          2nd $10          3rd $5          
    12 years & under
    CLASS 199 NOVICE BRASS BAND (NEW) Solo     12 years & under

    Session: 16/09/2026 10:00 AM    Time Limit: 04:00

    Any brass instrument. Own selection. Non winner as at Jan 1.

    paranaple arts centre, Town Hall Theatre, 145 Rooke Street, Devonport Registration and hall will open 30 minutes before the start of the session. For tickets contact: Box Office 6420 2900

    		Entries Closed
    Entry: $10.001st $20          2nd $10          3rd $5          
    Open
    CLASS 183 TENOR HORN Solo     Open

    Time Limit: 08:00

    Own selection.

    LIFEWAY CHURCH, 130 William Street, Devonport Registration and hall will open 30 minutes before the start of the session. Tickets can be booked online at https://trybooking.com

    		Entries Closed
    Entry: $10.001st $30          2nd $20          3rd $10          
    18 years & under
    CLASS 188 JUNIOR CHAMPION BRASS BAND Solo     18 years & under

    Time Limit: 12:00

    Any brass band instrument.Two contrasting pieces. Must appear in one other brass solo class. Own selection at Grade 4 A.M.E.B. level or comparable standard.

    paranaple arts centre, Town Hall Theatre, 145 Rooke Street, Devonport Registration and hall will open 30 minutes before the start of the session. For tickets contact: Box Office phone 6420 2900

    		Entries Closed
    Entry: $15.001st Medallion + $60          2nd $40          3rd $20          
    14 years & under
    CLASS 193 CORNET/SOPRANO CORNET/FLUGELHORN Solo     14 years & under

    Time Limit: 06:00

    Own selection.

    		Entries Closed
    Entry: $10.001st $20          2nd $10          3rd $5          
    CLASS 196 BRASS BAND Duo/Trio     14 years & under

    Time Limit: 04:00

    Own selection.

    paranaple arts centre, Town Hall Theatre, 145 Rooke Street, Devonport Registration and hall will open 30 minutes before the start of the session. For tickets contact: Box Office phone 6420 2900

    		Entries Closed
    Entry: $10.001st $20          2nd $10          3rd $5          
    Open
    CLASS 180 CHAMPION BRASS BAND Solo     Open

    Time Limit: 15:00

    Any brass band instrument.Two contrasting pieces. Must appear in one other brass solo class. Own selection at Minimum Grade 5 A.M.E.B. level or comparable standard.

    paranaple arts centre, Town Hall Theatre, 145 Rooke Street, Devonport Registration and hall will open 30 minutes before the start of the session. For tickets contact: Box Office phone 6420 2900

    		Entries Closed
    Entry: $15.001st Medallion + $100          2nd $50          3rd $25          
    CLASS 182 BRASS BAND (OTHER THAN CORNET/SOPRANO CORNET/FLUGELHORN) Solo     Open

    Time Limit: 08:00

    Own selection.

    LIFEWAY CHURCH, 130 William Street, Devonport Registration and hall will open 30 minutes before the start of the session. Tickets can be booked online at https://trybooking.com

    		Entries Closed
    Entry: $10.001st $30          2nd $20          3rd $10          
    14 years & under
    CLASS 194 BRASS BAND (OTHER THAN CORNET/SOPRANO CORNET/FLUGELHORN) Solo     14 years & under

    Time Limit: 06:00

    Own selection.

    Sponsored by Mrs Petrina Jahnz

    paranaple arts centre, Town Hall Theatre, 145 Rooke Street, Devonport Registration and hall will open 30 minutes before the start of the session. For tickets contact: Box Office phone 6420 2900

    		Entries Closed
    Entry: $10.001st $20          2nd $10          3rd $5          
    Open
    CLASS 181 CORNET/SOPRANO CORNET/FLUGELHORN Solo     Open

    Time Limit: 08:00

    Own selection.

    LIFEWAY CHURCH, 130 William Street, Devonport Registration and hall will open 30 minutes before the start of the session. Tickets can be booked online at https://trybooking.com

    		Entries Closed
    Entry: $10.001st $30          2nd $20          3rd $10          
    CLASS 187 BRASS BAND Ensemble     Open

    Time Limit: 08:00

    5 to 10 players. Own selection. Conductor optional.

    paranaple arts centre, Town Hall Theatre, 145 Rooke Street, Devonport Registration and hall will open 30 minutes before the start of the session. For tickets contact: Box Office phone 6420 2900

    		Entries Closed
    Entry: $15.001st $30          2nd $20          3rd $10          
    18 years & under
    CLASS 189 CORNET/SOPRANO CORNET/FLUGELHORN Solo     18 years & under

    Time Limit: 06:00

    Own selection.

    paranaple arts centre, Town Hall Theatre, 145 Rooke Street, Devonport Registration and hall will open 30 minutes before the start of the session. For tickets contact: Box Office phone 6420 2900

    		Entries Closed
    Entry: $10.001st $25          2nd $15          3rd $10          
    Open
    CLASS 185 COMMUNITY ENTERTAINMENT BRASS Band     Open

    Time Limit: 20:00

    10 to 40 players. Theme is own choice. Concert program optional. Suitable for family entertainment. Overall time limit 20 mins. Judging criteria will include musicianship, visual presentation, interaction with the audience, choice of repertoire and audience appeal.

    The Verdon White Memorial Perpetual Shield

    paranaple arts centre, Town Hall Theatre, 145 Rooke Street, Devonport Registration and hall will open 30 minutes before the start of the session. For tickets contact: Box Office phone 6420 2900

    		Entries Closed
    Entry: $15.001st Perpetual Trophy + $100          EA Other competitors receive $50 performance fee          
    18 years & under
    CLASS 190 BRASS BAND (OTHER THAN CORNET/SOPRANO CORNET/FLUGELHORN) Solo     18 years & under

    Time Limit: 06:00

    Own selection.

    paranaple arts centre, Town Hall Theatre, 145 Rooke Street, Devonport Registration and hall will open 30 minutes before the start of the session. For tickets contact: Box Office phone 6420 2900

    		Entries Closed
    Entry: $10.001st $25          2nd $15          3rd $10          
    14 years & under
    CLASS 197 BRASS BAND Ensemble     14 years & under

    Time Limit: 06:00

    5 to 10 players. Own selection. Conductor optional.

    paranaple arts centre, Town Hall Theatre, 145 Rooke Street, Devonport Registration and hall will open 30 minutes before the start of the session. For tickets contact: Box Office phone 6420 2900

    		Entries Closed
    Entry: $15.001st $20          2nd $10          3rd $5          
    18 years & under
    CLASS 192 BRASS BAND Ensemble     18 years & under

    Time Limit: 06:00

    5 to 10 players. Own selection. Conductor optional.

    paranaple arts centre, Town Hall Theatre, 145 Rooke Street, Devonport Registration and hall will open 30 minutes before the start of the session. For tickets contact: Box Office phone 6420 2900

    		Entries Closed
    Entry: $15.001st $25          2nd $15          3rd $10