BLUESCOPE WIN WOLLONGONG EISTEDDFOD 2020 - CANCELLED
Instrumental
30 May 2020 to 11 Jul 2020
(To be confirmed after receipt of Entries and Programming has been finalised)
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RULES AND CONDITIONS

 

1.0 ADJUDICATORS

1.1 The adjudicator’s decision will be final.

1.2 Communication with the adjudicator either by entrants, teachers or other interested parties during the Eisteddfod is strictly prohibited and the committee reserves the right to disqualify any entrant for breach of this rule.

1.3 Any competitor who has been taught, coached or advised by an adjudicator of any section of the Eisteddfod during the three months preceding the Eisteddfod will not be eligible to compete in that section. Any competitor doing so will be disqualified.

1.4 The Committee reserves the right to appoint a substitute or additional adjudicator for the announced adjudicator for any reason.

 

2.0 ADMISSION

2.1 The Committee reserves the right to refuse admission to any person.

 

3.0 AGE

3.1 Age for solos is at 1st JUNE, each year.

Date of Birth to be stated on all entries.

Proof of age may be required at any time during the Eisteddfod.

3.2 Age for Troupes/Groups/Ensembles is at 1st JANUARY, each year.

 

4.0 AMATEUR

4.1 All sections will be for amateurs only or where it is stated that a teacher/adult may be included. An AMATEUR is defined as any person whose main source of income is not derived from any exercise of their talents in the particular discipline for which they have entered.

This rule does not apply to conductors or accompanists.

 

5.0 AWARDS and TROPHIES

5.1 Ken Charker Memorial Junior and Senior Trophies for the most outstanding tap dancers are chosen by the adjudicators.

5.2 The adjudicators will select the winner of the Berisse District Competitor Trophy for a District dancer, 12 years and under, who shows the most promise and potential.

5.3 Wollongong Eisteddfod Junior and Senior Ballet Trophies for Ballet Dancers showing the most promise and potential are chosen by the adjudicators.

5.4 The winner of the Beverly Rowles Trophy will be the competitor showing promise and potential in the Intermediate Ballet Championships and will be selected by the adjudicator.

 

6.0 BACKSTAGE AREA (including Dressing Rooms)

6.1 During solos, only competitors performing in the current session may access the backstage area and may be accompanied by ONE parent or responsible adult.
No other persons are permitted to access this area unless authorised by the committee.

6.2 Dressing rooms are to be used for costume changes, and then vacated at the end of competitors’ sections. Competitors must not change outside of dressing rooms.

6.3 Dressing rooms are shared and are allocated by the committee for Troupe Weekend.

6.4 No responsibility is taken for personal items left in dressing rooms or venues.

6.5 NO photography or recording devices are to be used backstage or in dressing rooms.

7.0 BACKING MUSIC

7.1 All competitors MUST submit dance and vocals backing tracks electronically in the format of mp3 or similar files. The electronic lodgement is to be done via direct uploading to the STARDOM entry system.

Providing backing music to the Eisteddfod by lodging electronically before the event commences is mandatory. The cut off for electronic lodgement is seven (7) days prior to a performance date thus enabling us to have music ready for each session. Penalties for late lodgement of music may be applied.

7.2 All rules relating to copyright apply to backing music.

7.3 Compulsory information required for each track includes a dance description or song title (Track Name), a Composer Name (if applicable)/Film Name/Musical Theatre Show name, Optional comments but must include song classifications where required and whether performer starts On or Off stage. Further information the music uploading system can be found on our website.

7.4 There will be no facility to rip tracks from CD's for competitors at the event.

7.5 Only in exceptional circumstances and by prior arrangement where music cannot be lodged electronically prior to the event will a USB or other device be accepted. However, these devices must be handed in to the registration desk and NOT to the sound operator AT LEAST 15 MINUTES PRIOR TO THE BEGINNING OF ANY SESSION. No Music will be accepted after a section commences.

7.6 Vocal backing on any track is NOT permissible for Vocals, Ballet, Demi Character, or Song and Dance sections. No background tapping sounds are permitted on any backing track for tap sections.

7.7 As backing track duration times will be monitored in lieu of a timekeeper it is imperative that when recording any tracks that no lead in or trailing periods of silence is included in the recording.

7.8 The equipment for playing backing tracks will be provided and operated by people appointed by the Committee. No person, unless officially authorised, is to approach or sit with the sound operator.

 

8.0 BALLET

8.1 Pointe shoes are only allowed in ballet sections where a competitor has reached an actual age of 12 years or more at the time of their performance.

8.2 Dialogue or lyrics in demi-character or ballet sections are not permitted.

 

9.0 CHAMPIONSHIPS

9.1 Championships will generally not be held unless a minimum of six entries is received. The committee however reserves the right to hold any championship.

9.2 Heats and finals may be necessary in Championships.

9.3 Restricted sections, duos, trios, groups and troupes are not qualifying sections for Championships.

9.4 In dance sections only, one item already performed during the Eisteddfod may be repeated in a Junior (10-12 years) Championship.

Competitors must enter and perform in the following solo sections:

Ballet - a) Ballet and b) Demi-Character.

Modern/Contemporary/Jazz - a) Modern or Contemporary and b) Jazz.

National Folk Dance - one other national folk dance.

Song and Dance - one other song and dance.

Tap - a) Slow tap or Waltz tap and b) Fast tap.

Championships (Continued)

9.5 In the general sections items already performed during the Eisteddfod may not be repeated unless heats are necessary.

Competitors must enter and perform in the following solo sections:

Pianoforte - two other piano solo sections.

Speech and Drama - three of the four specified sections.

Strings - two other string solo sections.

Vocal - a) Classical Art Song and b) Sacred or Folk Song.

Musical Theatre - a) Musical Theatre and b) Song From Films or Cabaret. Age dependent, refer page 23 for details.

Pop Vocal - two specified pop vocal sections.

Wind Instruments - two other wind solo sections with the same instrument.

 

10.0 CHOIRS/ENSEMBLES

10.1 Conductors who sing or speak with choirs will cause their choir to be disqualified.

10.2 In the sections that require more than one song to be sung, choir members and the conductor must remain the same for both items.

10.3 Choirs must have 11 or more singers. Ensembles may have between 4 and 10 singers.

 

11.0 COMMITTEE OF THE EISTEDDFOD

11.1 The Committee reserves the right to amend or refuse any entry or cancel any section for which insufficient entries have been received.

11.2 The Committee reserves the right to combine or divide any section for programme purposes, to alter the competition times if necessary and to amend the programme.

11.3 Failure to comply with any of the Rules and Conditions may involve disqualification and withholding of prizes. The decision of the Eisteddfod Committee in all questions and disputes arising out of, or not provided for in the Rules and Conditions, shall be final. All entries are received subject to this proviso and shall not be subject to any appeal at law.

12.0 COMPETITORS

12.1 Competitors must be ready to compete in the section and order in which their names appear in the programme. NO performing out of section will be permitted.

Competitors jeopardise their chances of performing by late arrival.

12.2 Competitors must hand in Own Choice pieces to the Registration Desk at least 15 minutes before the commencement of the section.

12.3 No competitor will be allowed to perform more than once in any Solo, Duet, Duo, Duologue or Trio (unless they play a different instrument in the General section). However, with regard to Choirs, Vocal groups, Instrumental groups and Dance Troupes, a performer may appear in the same section two times if he or she is appearing with a different group.

12.4 No competitor over 10 years of age can repeat a performance after any type of breakdown. Competitors up to 10 years of age can do so only with the consent of the adjudicator. Competitors under the age of 10 years will only receive a report if they repeat their item after breakdown and will not be eligible for a placing.

12.5 Items may not be repeated in the same discipline. For example - the same routine or performance in the 10 years and under and the 12 years and under.

12.6 Competitors will not be transferred from one section to another if incorrectly entered in the Eisteddfod unless the error is the fault of the Committee.

Competitors (Continued)

12.7 Rehearsing on stage and anywhere in a Theatre complex during the Eisteddfod is not permissible. Rehearsing in dressing rooms is not permissible.

12.8 Competitors must leave the stage area immediately after the conclusion of their performance.

12.9 Make-up, costumes and choreography should be suitable to the age of all competitors.

 

13.0 CONTENT

13.1 Offensive, racist, sexually suggestive or derogatory language/text/lyrics/movements etc will not be tolerated in any sections. If the content of the performance is deemed to be unsuitable by the committee or an adjudicator, the performance will be stopped and the competitor disqualified. If you are unsure, please work to a ‘G’ rating.

 

14.0 DRESS

14.1 Competitors must use the dressing rooms provided and not change in a theatre, passageways or toilets.

14.2 Dress for Dance Scholarship classes;

Girls should wear a plain rehearsal leotard; hosiery, have hair in a bun and have no adorning hair pieces or accessories.

Boys should wear a black T shirt or singlet and black tights or pants.

14.3 Costumes, appearance, posture and demeanour are all important parts of a performance, and will be taken into consideration by the adjudicator in both General and Dance sessions. It is incumbent on teachers to ensure that all competitors dress age appropriately.

15.0 ELECTRONIC DOCUMENT LODGEMENT

15.1 All competitors MUST submit Speech and Drama text documents electronically as WORD (.docx) files however PDF or text files may be accepted. The electronic lodgement is to be done via direct uploading to the STARDOM entry system.

Providing documents to the Eisteddfod by lodging electronically before the event commences is mandatory. The cut off for electronic lodgement is seven (7) days prior to a performance date thus enabling us to have documents ready for each session. Penalties for late lodgement of music may be applied.

15.2 All rules relating to copyright apply to documents.

15.3 Compulsory information required for each file includes the Poem, Verse, Character, Reading name (Track Name), a Composer/Author Name (if applicable), Optional comments and whether performer starts On or Off stage. Further information the document uploading system can be found on our website.

15.3 There will be no facility to lodge electronically for competitors at the event.

15.4 Only in exceptional circumstances and by prior arrangement where documents cannot be lodged electronically prior to the event will a paper copy or USB or other device be accepted. However, these devices must be handed in to the registration desk AT LEAST 15 MINUTES PRIOR TO THE BEGINNING OF ANY SESSION. No documents will be accepted after a section commences.

15.5 The equipment for displaying documents will be provided and operated by people appointed by the Committee. No person, unless officially authorised, is to approach or sit with the operator.

16.0 ENTRIES

16.1 The method of entering the Eisteddfod is via the STARDOM application by TrendLogic accessed online at: www.wollongongeisteddfod.com.au/entries.html.

All payments must be made by Debit/Credit Card through the secure STARDOM website. Entries are not finalised until payment is received and a receipt issued.

16.2 Entries must be submitted online as per Rule 16.1 but where not possible they may be submitted on official entry forms, and accompanied by full fees. Entries will not be processed unless properly completed. Responsibility for correct entries rests with the competitor. Additions, changes or transfers may only be approved before programmes go to print but will incur a fee.

16.3 Late entries may, at the discretion of the committee, be accepted up to one week after closing for an additional fee of $25 per invoice. There will be no refunds of entry fees unless Rule 16.4 or Rule 27.1 applies.

16.4 If less than six entries are received for any section (with the exception of Championship qualifying sections), competitors may, where possible, be transferred to another section. If the section is cancelled then the entry fee, excluding the administration fee, will be refunded.

 

17.0 EQUIPMENT

17.1 The Eisteddfod Committee reserves the right to record, film, broadcast or telecast any item or section of the Eisteddfod.

17.2 The use of any electronic device including; tape recorders, video cameras, cameras, computers, tablets and mobile devices for photography or recording during any performance is prohibited. Non compliance will lead to exclusion from the venue.

17.3 All electronic devices should be turned off or be in silent mode whilst in the venues.

 

18.0 ERRORS AND OMISSIONS

18.1 No responsibility will be accepted for errors and omissions in the Syllabus or Programmes

 

19.0 INTIMIDATION

19.1 Any person or persons found to be intimidating any competitor, committee member or volunteer will be escorted from the venue and may be barred from further attendance at the Eisteddfod.

19.2 Loud yelling and barracking from the audience is regarded as intimidating. It will not be tolerated and may result in a competitor’s disqualification.

 

20.0 OWN CHOICE

20.1 The competitor may supply the adjudicator with a photocopy, provided that the original is used by the competitor for the performance and the Eisteddfod Committee destroys the copy immediately after adjudication. If the competitor is not performing from memory, an original publication or licensed photocopy must be used in the performance. This original can be borrowed from a library, friend or another competitor. Pop sections and Jazz/Blues are exempt from this rule.

20.2 Once performed, pieces may not be repeated in other age categories (see Rule 12.5). One piece only may be performed in the time allotted, not several small ones, unless they are part of a suite.

 

21.0 PHOTOGRAPHY/VIDEOGRAPHY

21.1 Persons may not record or photograph a performance, unless they hold the appropriate licences and have written permission from all concerned.

21.2 The Eisteddfod engages professional organisations to undertake all the official photography and videography services offered to performers at the event. It is essential that a parent or caregiver let the Committee know at time of registering for the performance if a child should not be photographed. Parents should also advise their studio in cases where children should not be filmed.

 

22.0 PRIZES

22.1 No cash payments will be made and all prizes will be paid electronically to the recipient's nominated bank account.

22.2 Prizes will be available to claim immediately after a section has been adjudicated. Prizes must be claimed within 24 hours of being awarded or they may be forfeited. Prize vouchers are to be presented at the committee desk for verification where details will be recorded progressively so that one payment for all prizes can be made electronically at the conclusion of the relevant sessions. E.g. Wind, Vocals, Dance etc.

22.3 Prizes are awarded at the sole discretion of the adjudicator. After consultation with the Committee, a prize may be withheld if sufficient merit has not been displayed.

22.4 Perpetual trophies are retained by the Eisteddfod and are NOT to be taken out of the venue by any competitor. The names of perpetual trophy winners will be engraved on the relevant trophy.

 

23.0 PROGRAMME

23.1 A programme will be emailed to each entrant prior to the event. It is therefore essential that contact details in the STARDOM entry system are kept up to date.

23.2 Printed programme books, if ordered with and paid for when entries are submitted, will be posted.

23.3 Individual day programmes will be available at each venue. A Troupes Weekend programme will also be available at the IPAC.

23.4 There will be NO changes made once programmes have been printed.

 

24.0 PROMPTING

24.1 Prompting, except by the adjudicator, is not permitted under any circumstances.

 

25.0 PROMOTIONS

25.1 The promotion or sale of any merchandise or other retail products is prohibited at the Eisteddfod unless authorised by the Committee.

 

26.0 PROPS (Dance and General)

26.1 Props can only be used in Drama, Musical Theatre or Demi Character sections. No props can be used for any other discipline. In Drama, a table and two chairs are the only props permitted and will be provided by the Eisteddfod. Assistance with these will be given by the Stage Manager. Any hand-held props e.g. Basket, scarf, doll etc. are permitted only if part of the routine and must be easily and quickly carried on stage in one movement by the competitor.

There are NO props from the audience allowed. e.g. bell.

26.2 No straw, glass of any kind, lighted candles, sparklers, lighted cigarettes or any naked flame will be permitted.

26.3 The use of house curtains in any venue will not be permitted.

 

27.0 REFUNDS

27.1 Full refunds of entry fees are made only if a section is cancelled. Refunds will only be processed electronically to a competitor's nominated account.

 

28.0 REPORTS

28.1 Adjudicators reports are available free of charge and are to be collected after each section or session. No reports will be mailed.

 

29.0 RESTRICTED SECTIONS

29.1 Restricted sections are open only to those who have NOT won a FIRST PRIZE at ANY Eisteddfod in the discipline in which they have entered. If any competitor is in any doubt as to their eligibility to enter a particular section, they should contact the Committee for clarification.

 

30.0 SAFETY

30.1 Every care will be taken for the competitors’ safety, but the Committee will not be responsible for any injury sustained by any competitor during the Eisteddfod.

 

31.0 SCHOLARSHIPS

31.1 Items already performed during the Eisteddfod in the general sections may not be repeated in scholarships. Items may only be repeated in dance scholarships.

31.2 Winners of scholarships, including past winners, will be ineligible to compete again in that section for a period of 2 Eisteddfod years.

31.3 To be eligible for the Piano, Jan Baxter Strings and BlueScope WIN Wind Scholarships competitors must qualify by entering and appearing in two nominated sections. A minimum of 8 competitors are required. Competitors must prepare two contrasting works from different periods. If more than 12 entries received, one work is performed and 8 finalists will be selected by the adjudicator to perform a second work. If there are 12 entrants or less, two works are to be played by each competitor.

31.4 Winners of the Sally Carr Junior and Senior Scholarships are the competitors, who in the opinion of the adjudicator, show most promise and potential in Poetry.

31.5 The winner of the May Pusey Scholarship will be a competitor, chosen by the adjudicator, showing promise and potential across all disciplines of Speech & Drama.

31.6 BlueScope WIN Dance Scholarships competitors must enter and perform in the appropriate Championship sections to qualify for any of 3 scholarships offered (Ballet, Theatrical and Tap). Entrants must also participate in the relevant mandatory class conducted by the adjudicator.

 

32.0 SIDE STAGE

32.1 Teachers and parents will not be allowed side stage during performances except one teacher per competitor in the 5 years and under Babies Dance. One teacher per troupe of 10 years and under will be permitted. See Rule 38.5.

32.2 Teachers are permitted on stage for instrumental accompaniment or conducting only.

32.3 Competitors must leave the stage area after their performance.

 

33.0 STAGE DIMENSIONS

33.1 For the purpose of Troupes and Groups, the stage dimensions of the IMB stage at the IPAC are approximately 12m wide by 10m deep.

Town Hall dimensions are approximately 12 m wide by 5.2 m deep.

 

34.0 TAGS

34.1 Tags will not be permitted in solo performances. In Troupes the sound operator must be informed of a tag, which will be included in the time limit. Non-musical tags will be considered part of the routine and will be included in the time.

 

35.0 TAPS

35.1 Bare tap shoes must not be worn in any part of the IPAC theatre complex except on the stage. If tap shoes are worn then tap covers must be worn over the shoes.

36.0 TICKETING

36.1 Competitor ticket/security pass must be worn at all times during sessions where the competitor is performing. The ticket will allow performers to enter the backstage area. Only competitors performing in an active session will be permitted to enter the backstage area. Competitor’s tickets are to be collected from the Eisteddfod office on the competitor’s first day of solos competition.

36.2 Door Entry Tickets: Access to all venues to view any solo performance is included in the competitor's entry fee. Performers are welcome to invite family and friends to watch but are reminded that numbers will be subject to public health orders and specific venue rules. The exceptions for free door entry are Dance Troupes, Choirs and Instrumental Ensembles sessions that have $10 adult ticket prices. Details on ticketing will be added to our website and entrants need to check for updates as things can change at short notice.

36.3 Troupe Weekend - Ways to purchase troupe weekend tickets will be determined before the event and will be in line with COVID Safe Rules and Public Health Orders which apply at the time. This may include on line directly from the Eisteddfod and/or through the IPAC box office facility. Each audience member will be issued a specific seat that will apply to an active section, session or day session and they cannot move to another seat for any reason. A day session means the entire day and a strictly limited number of teachers only day session tickets may be allocated. It should be noted that ticketing rules may change at short notice.

36.4 Lost Tickets: No responsibility will be taken for lost tickets. There will be no replacements.

 

37.0 TIME LIMITS

37.1 Time Limits will be strictly monitored. Entrants whose performance exceeds the Time Limit will forfeit any placing and be eligible for comments only. Time is calculated from the opening word or first note of music to the last word or note of music (not including announcements of titles).

37.2 In drama sections, timing will commence from the first action of the performance or freeze position upon entering the stage. Please indicate on Own Choice pieces that are handed in to the adjudicator which way you will be starting your performance.

37.3 The interval between movements and pieces will not be timed.

37.4 The decision of the official timekeeper is final. There is no leeway with extra time.

 

38.0 TROUPES/MINI TROUPES

38.1 Dancers may perform for a maximum number of two troupes in a section. All dancers must be ready to perform in programme order and when announced or they will be ineligible for a prize.

38.2 Unless six or more entries are received in Troupe sections they may not be held.

 

TROUPES/MINI TROUPES Continued

38.3 Large Troupes must consist of eleven (11) or more dancers. Mini Troupes must consist of between four (4) to ten (10) dancers only.

38.4 Dressing room space is very limited and we ask for your cooperation in reducing this issue by having competitors’ hair and make-up prepared beforehand. Competitors must leave the dressing rooms on completion of the Troupe's performance.

38.5 One teacher per Troupe of 10 years and under will be permitted sidestage.

Two nominated parents and a senior teacher are only permitted in dressing rooms with each performing Troupe 12 years and under. No teachers are permitted sidestage.

One nominated parent and a senior teacher only are permitted in dressing rooms with each performing Troupe 13 years and over. No teachers are permitted sidestage. Wristbands will be issued to nominated parents and teachers at the registration desk and cannot be used as admission to the theatre during troupes weekend.

 

39.0 WEB CONTENT

39.1 The Eisteddfod website address is www.wollongongeisteddfod.com.au.

39.2 Online entries will be available via the Eisteddfod website.

39.3 Syllabus and entry forms where applicable will be placed on the website.

39.4 The index of dates and times of sessions and sections will be available prior to the commencement of the Eisteddfod and will be placed on the website. Competitors should review the index regularly and use it as a guide only.

39.5 The Eisteddfod may also add photographs, important notices and results to our web site and social media pages such as Facebook.

39.6 The Eisteddfod email address is: wgongeisteddfod@bigpond.com

 













ALL ENTRIES MUST BE RECEIVED BY 3/04/2020 11:59:00 PM (AEST)
12 years and under
285 OTHER INSTRUMENTS SOLO     12 years and under

Session: 11/07/2020 6:30 PM    

Excludes Wind and Strings

Entries Closed
Entry: $11.501st Trophy          2nd Medal          3rd Medal          HC          
Open Age
100A BOND AND DAVIES PIANO SCHOLARSHIP HEAT SOLO     Open Age

The following conditions apply: a) To be eligible competitors must have entered and appeared in at least two of the sections numbered 111 to 113 b) Own Choice c) Total Time limit up to 20 minutes d) Repeat performance of works from other sections will NOT be permitted e) A minimum of 8 competitors must enter for this section to be held f) Competitors are required to prepare two contrasting works from different periods. If more than 12 entries are received, one work will be performed and 8 finalists will be selected by the adjudicator to perform the second work. However, if there are 12 entrants or less, two works are to be played by each competitor. g) The winner of the Scholarship, including any past winners, will be ineligible to compete again in this section for a period of two Eisteddfod years.

SPONSORED BY WOLLONGONG CITY COUNCIL and CITY OF WOLLONGONG EISTEDDFOD

Entries Closed
Entry: $66.001st Centenary Trophy + $5000          2nd $1000          3rd $500          EA $50          HC          
111 BAROQUE PIANO SOLO     Open Age

Baroque - Any mature work from J. S. Bach, Handel, Purcell, Scarlatti or Couperin.

Entries Closed
Entry: $20.001st George Platts Memorial Trophy + $100          2nd $60          3rd $40          HC          
114 BEETHOVEN SONATA PIANO SOLO     Open Age

First or last movement of any Sonata

Entries Closed
Entry: $20.001st Sister Louis Marie Trophy + $100          2nd $60          3rd $40          HC          
115 AUSTRALIAN COMPOSITION PIANO SOLO     Open Age

Entries Closed
Entry: $21.501st $100          2nd $60          3rd $40          HC          
116 ROMANTIC COMPOSITION PIANO SOLO     Open Age

Any work written in the Romantic period excluding Chopin and Beethoven.

Entries Closed
Entry: $20.001st CITY OF WOLLONGONG EISTEDDFOD TROPHY + $100          2nd $60          3rd $40          HC          
12 years and under
120 JUNIOR PIANO CHAMPIONSHIP SOLO     12 years and under

Own Choice of ONE piece to be played. Items already performed during the Eisteddfod may not be repeated in a Championship. To qualify, competitors must enter and perform in TWO (2) other Piano Solo sections from 122, 123, 124, 125, 127, 128, 130 and 132

SPONSORED BY ROB AND BETTY PARSONS OAM

Entries Closed
Entry: $21.501st Parsons Family Trophy + $100          2nd $60          3rd $40          HC          
6 years and under
122 PIANO SOLO     6 years and under

SPONSORED BY CHAD AND KANE HENSON

Entries Closed
Entry: $11.501st Trophy          2nd Medal          3rd Medal          HC          
7 years and under
123 PIANO SOLO     7 years and under

Entries Closed
Entry: $11.501st Ruth Cameron Memorial Trophy          2nd Medal          3rd Medal          HC          
123 PIANO SOLO     7 years and under

Entries Closed
Entry: $11.501st Ruth Cameron Memorial Trophy          2nd Medal          3rd Medal          HC          
9 years and under
125 PIANO SOLO     9 years and under

SPONSORED BY BLOOMS THE CHEMIST FIGTREE

Entries Closed
Entry: $11.501st Trophy          2nd Medal          3rd Medal          HC          
10 years and under
124 PIANO SOLO     10 years and under

SPONSORED BY ILLAWARRA SUZUKI ASSOCIATION

Entries Closed
Entry: $11.501st Jean Christie Memorial Trophy + $50          2nd $30          3rd $20          HC          
127 BAROQUE PIANO SOLO     10 years and under

Entries Closed
Entry: $10.001st Trophy          2nd Medal          3rd Medal          HC          
11 years and under
128 PIANO SOLO     11 years and under

SPONSORED BY ILLAWARRA SUZUKI ASSOCIATION

Entries Closed
Entry: $11.501st Trophy          2nd Medal          3rd Medal          HC          
129 BAROQUE PIANO SOLO     11 years and under

Entries Closed
Entry: $10.001st $50          2nd $30          3rd $20          HC          
12 years and under
125 PIANO SOLO     12 years and under

SPONSORED BY FAMILY OF THE LATE JOY EASTMAN

Entries Closed
Entry: $11.501st Trophy          2nd Medal          3rd Medal          HC          
128 BAROQUE PIANO SOLO     12 years and under

Entries Closed
Entry: $10.001st $50          2nd $30          3rd $20          HC          
13 years and under
135 PIANO SOLO     13 years and under

Entries Closed
Entry: $16.501st Trophy          2nd Medal          3rd Medal          HC          
14 years and under
136 PIANO SOLO     14 years and under

SPONSORED BY HELGA BURNETT

Entries Closed
Entry: $16.501st Trophy          2nd Medal          3rd Medal          HC          
16 years and under
137 PIANO SOLO     16 years and under

SPONSORED BY LISA BARALDI

Entries Closed
Entry: $16.501st Trophy          2nd Medal          3rd Medal          HC          
12 years and under
211 BLUESCOPE WIN JUNIOR WIND INSTRUMENTS CHAMPIONSHIP SOLO     12 years and under

Own Choice of ONE piece to be played for each championship. Repeat performance of works from other sections will NOT be permitted To qualify, competitors must enter & perform in any TWO sections from 215 to 220.

SPONSORED BY BLUESCOPE/WIN COMMUNITY PARTNERS

Entries Closed
Entry: $21.501st Millennium Trophy + $100          2nd $60          3rd $40          HC          
16 years and under
212 BLUESCOPE WIN INTERMEDIATE WIND INSTRUMENTS CHAMPIONSHIP SOLO     16 years and under

Own Choice of ONE piece to be played for each championship. Repeat performance of works from other sections will NOT be permitted To qualify, competitors aged 13 -16 years must enter and perform in TWO (2) other wind solo sections from 221-224. Competitors 12 years and under who also enter section 211, must enter and perform in TWO (2) different wind solo sections from 215-220 and/or 225-228.

SPONSORED BY BLUESCOPE/WIN COMMUNITY PARTNERS

Entries Closed
Entry: $26.501st Betty Parsons Memorial Trophy + $250          2nd $100          3rd $50          HC          
Open Age
213 BLUESCOPE WIN WIND INSTRUMENTS SCHOLARSHIP SOLO     Open Age

The following conditions apply: a) Competitors are required to prepare TWO (2) contrasting works from different periods. If more than twelve (12) entries are received, one (1) work will be performed and eight (8) finalists selected by the adjudicator to perform the second work. However, if there are twelve (12) entrants or less, two (2) works are to be played by each competitor. b) Repeat performance of works from other sections will NOT be permitted c) Total Time limit up to 20 minutes. d) To be eligible, competitors aged 18 years and under must have entered and appeared in at least ONE (1) of the following sections 211 or 212. Competitors aged 17 years & over must have entered & appeared in 225 plus one of 226-228. e) The winner of the Scholarship, including any past winners, will be ineligible to compete again in this section for the following Eisteddfod year.

SPONSORED BY BLUESCOPE/WIN COMMUNITY PARTNERS

Entries Closed
Entry: $46.501st Betty Parsons Memorial Trophy + $1000          2nd $250          3rd $100          HC          
8 years and under
215 WIND INSTRUMENTS SOLO     8 years and under

Entries Closed
Entry: $11.501st Trophy          2nd Medal          3rd Medal          HC          
10 years and under
216 WIND INSTRUMENTS SOLO     10 years and under

Entries Closed
Entry: $11.501st Trophy          2nd Medal          3rd Medal          HC          
217 AUSTRALIAN COMPOSITION WIND INSTRUMENTS SOLO     10 years and under

Entries Closed
Entry: $11.501st Trophy          2nd Medal          3rd Medal          HC          
12 years and under
218 WIND INSTRUMENTS SOLO     12 years and under

Entries Closed
Entry: $11.501st Trophy          2nd Medal          3rd Medal          HC          
219 BAROQUE/CLASSICAL WIND INSTRUMENTS SOLO     12 years and under

Entries Closed
Entry: $11.001st Trophy          2nd Medal          3rd Medal          HC          
220 AUSTRALIAN COMPOSITION WIND INSTRUMENTS SOLO     12 years and under

Entries Closed
Entry: $11.501st Trophy          2nd Medal          3rd Medal          HC          
14 years and under
221 WIND INSTRUMENTS SOLO     14 years and under

Entries Closed
Entry: $16.501st $50          2nd $30          3rd $20          HC          
222 BAROQUE/CLASSICAL WIND INSTRUMENTS SOLO     14 years and under

Entries Closed
Entry: $15.001st $50          2nd $30          3rd $20          HC          
223 AUSTRALIAN COMPOSITION WIND INSTRUMENTS SOLO     14 years and under

Entries Closed
Entry: $16.501st $50          2nd $30          3rd $20          HC          
16 years and under
224 WIND INSTRUMENTS SOLO     16 years and under

Entries Closed
Entry: $16.501st $50          2nd $30          3rd $20          HC          
225 BAROQUE/CLASSICAL WIND INSTRUMENTS SOLO     16 years and under

Entries Closed
Entry: $15.001st $100          2nd $60          3rd $40          HC          
226 AUSTRALIAN COMPOSITION WIND INSTRUMENTS SOLO     16 years and under

Entries Closed
Entry: $16.501st $100          2nd $60          3rd $40          HC          
227 20TH/21ST CENTURY WIND INSTRUMENTS SOLO     16 years and under

Entries Closed
Entry: $16.501st $100          2nd $60          3rd $40          HC          
Open Age
228 WIND INSTRUMENTS SOLO     Open Age

Entries Closed
Entry: $21.501st $100          2nd $60          3rd $40          HC          
229 BAROQUE/CLASSICAL WIND INSTRUMENTS SOLO     Open Age

Entries Closed
Entry: $20.001st Trophy          2nd Medal          3rd Medal          HC          
230 AUSTRALIAN COMPOSITION WIND INSTRUMENTS SOLO     Open Age

Entries Closed
Entry: $21.501st Trophy          2nd Medal          3rd Medal          HC          
231 20TH/21ST CENTURY WIND INSTRUMENTS SOLO     Open Age

Entries Closed
Entry: $21.501st Trophy          2nd Medal          3rd Medal          HC          
12 years and under
250 BLUESCOPE WIN JUNIOR STRINGS CHAMPIONSHIP SOLO     12 years and under

Own Choice of ONE piece to be played for each championship. Repeat performance of works from other sections will NOT be permitted To qualify, competitors must enter & perform in any TWO sections from 254 to 261.

SPONSORED BY BLUESCOPE/WIN COMMUNITY PARTNERS

Entries Closed
Entry: $21.501st $100          2nd $60          3rd $40          HC          
16 years and under
251 BLUESCOPE WIN INTERMEDIATE STRINGS INSTRUMENTS CHAMPIONSHIP SOLO     16 years and under

Own Choice of ONE piece to be played for each championship. Repeat performance of works from other sections will NOT be permitted To qualify, competitors aged 13 -16 years must enter and perform in TWO (2) other strings solo sections from 262-264. Competitors aged 12 years and under who also enter section 250 must enter and perform in TWO (2) different string solo sections from 254-261 and/or 265-267.

SPONSORED BY BLUESCOPE/WIN COMMUNITY PARTNERS

Entries Closed
Entry: $26.501st $250          2nd $100          3rd $50          HC          
Open Age
252 JAN BAXTER MEMORIAL STRINGS SCHOLARSHIP SOLO     Open Age

The following conditions apply: a) Competitors are required to prepare TWO (2) contrasting works from different periods. If more than twelve (12) entries are received, one (1) work will be performed and eight (8) finalists selected by the adjudicator to perform the second work. However, if there are twelve (12) entrants or less, two (2) works are to be played by each competitor. b) Repeat performance of works from other sections will NOT be permitted c) Total Time limit up to 20 minutes. d) To be eligible, competitors aged 16 years and under must have entered and appeared in at least ONE (1) of the following sections 250 or 251. Competitors aged 17 years and over must have entered and appeared in 265 plus one (1) of 266-267. e) The winner of the Scholarship, including any past winners, will be ineligible to compete again in this section for the following Eisteddfod year.

SPONSORED BY BLUESCOPE/WIN COMMUNITY PARTNERS

Entries Closed
Entry: $46.501st Betty Parsons Memorial Trophy + $1000          2nd $250          3rd $100          HC          
6 years and under
254 STRINGS SOLO     6 years and under

Entries Closed
Entry: $11.501st Trophy          2nd Medal          3rd Medal          HC          
8 years and under
255 STRINGS SOLO     8 years and under

Entries Closed
Entry: $11.501st Trophy          2nd Medal          3rd Medal          HC          
10 years and under
256 STRINGS SOLO     10 years and under

Entries Closed
Entry: $11.501st Trophy          2nd Medal          3rd Medal          HC          
257 BAROQUE STRINGS SOLO     10 years and under

Entries Closed
Entry: $10.001st Trophy          2nd Medal          3rd Medal          HC          
258 CLASSICAL/ROMANTIC STRINGS SOLO     10 years and under

Entries Closed
Entry: $10.001st Trophy          2nd Medal          3rd Medal          HC          
12 years and under
259 STRINGS SOLO     12 years and under

Entries Closed
Entry: $11.501st Trophy          2nd Medal          3rd Medal          HC          
260 BAROQUE STRINGS SOLO     12 years and under

Entries Closed
Entry: $10.001st Trophy          2nd Medal          3rd Medal          HC          
261 CLASSICAL/ROMANTIC STRINGS SOLO     12 years and under

Entries Closed
Entry: $10.001st Trophy          2nd Medal          3rd Medal          HC          
14 years and under
262 STRINGS SOLO     14 years and under

Entries Closed
Entry: $16.501st $50          2nd $30          3rd $20          HC          
263 BAROQUE STRINGS SOLO     14 years and under

Entries Closed
Entry: $15.001st $50          2nd $30          3rd $20          HC          
264 CLASSICAL/ROMANTIC STRINGS SOLO     14 years and under

Entries Closed
Entry: $15.001st $50          2nd $30          3rd $20          HC          
Open Age
268 STRINGS SOLO     Open Age

Entries Closed
Entry: $21.501st Trophy          2nd Medal          3rd Medal          HC          
268 STRINGS SOLO     Open Age

Entries Closed
Entry: $21.501st Trophy          2nd Medal          3rd Medal          HC          
269 BAROQUE STRINGS SOLO     Open Age

Entries Closed
Entry: $20.001st $100          2nd $60          3rd $40          HC          
270 CLASSICAL/ROMANTIC STRINGS SOLO     Open Age

Entries Closed
Entry: $20.001st Trophy          2nd Medal          3rd Medal          HC          
270 CLASSICAL/ROMANTIC STRINGS SOLO     Open Age

Entries Closed
Entry: $20.001st Trophy          2nd Medal          3rd Medal          HC          
270 CLASSICAL/ROMANTIC STRINGS SOLO     Open Age

Entries Closed
Entry: $20.001st Trophy          2nd Medal          3rd Medal          HC          
12 years and under
279 GUITAR (CLASSICAL) SOLO     12 years and under

Includes Guitar, Mandolin, Banjo, Ukulele etc For classical guitar solo sections instruments must be acoustic.

Entries Closed
Entry: $11.501st Trophy          2nd Medal          3rd Medal          HC          
14 years and under
281 GUITAR (CLASSICAL) SOLO     14 years and under

Includes Guitar, Mandolin, Banjo, Ukulele etc

Entries Closed
Entry: $16.501st $50          2nd $30          3rd $20          HC          
13 years and over
286 OTHER INSTRUMENTS SOLO     13 years and over

Excludes Wind and Strings

Entries Closed
Entry: $16.501st $50          2nd $30          3rd $20          HC          
12 years and under
290 INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLE DUET     12 years and under

Own choice of ONE piece to be played, in allotted time. All prizes are shared.

Entries Closed
Entry: $21.501st Trophy          2nd Medal          3rd Medal          HC          
14 years and under
291 INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLE DUET     14 years and under

Own choice of ONE piece to be played, in allotted time. All prizes are shared.

Entries Closed
Entry: $26.501st $50          2nd $30          3rd $20          HC          
Open Age
292 INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLE DUET     Open Age

Own choice of ONE piece to be played, in allotted time. All prizes are shared.

Entries Closed
Entry: $31.501st $100          2nd $60          3rd $40          HC          
13 years and under
293 MINI GROUPS 3 TO 8 PLAYERS     13 years and under

Any combination of instruments can be used. A copy of the music must be provided for the adjudicator. NO teachers are permitted to perform in any duet or mini group section. Own choice of TWO (2) contrasting pieces to be played, in allotted time for groups. Accompanist is optional

Entries Closed
Entry: $21.501st $100          2nd $60          3rd $40          HC          
Open Age
294 MINI GROUPS 3 TO 8 PLAYERS     Open Age

Any combination of instruments can be used. A copy of the music must be provided for the adjudicator. NO teachers are permitted to perform in any duet or mini group section. Own choice of TWO (2) contrasting pieces to be played, in allotted time for groups. Accompanist is optional

Entries Closed
Entry: $31.501st $300          2nd $100          3rd $50          HC          
13 years and under
295 INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLE 9 OR MORE PLAYERS     13 years and under

Any combination of instruments can be used. A copy of the music must be provided for the adjudicator. ONE (1) teacher/adult may be included in small groups and large groups. Own choice of TWO (2) contrasting pieces to be played, in allotted time for groups. Accompanist is optional

Entries Closed
Entry: $31.501st $300          2nd $100          3rd $50          HC          
Open Age
296 INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLE 9 OR MORE PLAYERS     Open Age

Any combination of instruments can be used. A copy of the music must be provided for the adjudicator. ONE (1) teacher/adult may be included in small groups and large groups. Own choice of TWO (2) contrasting pieces to be played, in allotted time for groups. Accompanist is optional

Entries Closed
Entry: $36.501st $500          2nd $200          3rd $100          HC