* PLEASE NOTE *
THIS WILL BE UPDATED FOR 2009 BUT WILL REMAIN BASICALLY THE SAME WITH A FEW MINOR CHANGES WHEN THE ANNUAL REVIEW IS DONE
• have Sections for activities popular in the region
• have Sections for levels of attainment from beginners to advanced
• be encouraging in spirit, within a supportive environment
• be designed largely by local teachers and professionals
• be inexpensive for participants and audiences
• be reviewed and adjusted to ensure it continues to serve the best interests of the region.
All individual competitors will receive a Certificate of Performance and written comments from the Adjudicator.
All adjudicators are artists of high personal achievement and extensive teaching experience, sympathetic to the purpose of the Balaklava Eisteddfod.
TO ENTER
ENTRIES CLOSE FRIDAY 9th MAY 2008
(PLEASE NOTE EARLIER CLOSING DATE)
• READ THE RULES AND ACCOMPANYING LETTER
• CONSULT YOUR TEACHER
• FILL IN THE APPROPRIATE ENTRY FORM/S
• POST ENTRY FORM WITH FEE BEFORE THE CLOSING DATE, 9th MAY 2008
PAYMENT OF ENTRY FEES
|
(Note: No cash to be posted)
Payment AND Entry Form MUST be received by the closing date, 9th May 2008 |
(1) POST:
Please make cheque/money order payable to
BALAKLAVA COMMUNITY ARTS Inc.
(ABN: 68061147516) and send to
The Secretary, Balaklava Eisteddfod Society
PO Box 253, Balaklava SA 5461
OR
(2) DIRECT BANK TRANSFER:
Account Name: BALAKLAVA COMMUNITY ARTS Inc.
Bank: WESTPAC
Branch: GAWLER SA
BSB: 735601
Account No: 070773
Reference: Entrant Name
* IMPORTANT NOTE: If paying by Direct Bank Transfer, please send a copy of your bank transaction with your entry form. If paying at a bank, please indicate BRANCH of the BANK *
BY CLOSING DATE 9th MAY 2008
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FRIDAY SECTIONS
(Friday Sections will take place during school hours)
All Friday Sections Entry Fee $12.00, Late Fee $24.00 per entry
CHORAL SECTION (No amplification)
• Choral Workshop Division
(Non-Competitive)
Minimum of 10 voices
* Copies of music to be used for the Choral Workshop should be forwarded to the Balaklava Eisteddfod Society by Monday 30th June 2008
| MUSIC |
Own choice |
| TIME LIMIT |
10 minutes |
• Vocal Ensemble Division
(Competitive) 4 to 9 voices
| MUSIC |
Own choice of 2 contrasting pieces or a medley of contrasting pieces. |
| TIME LIMIT |
10 minutes |
BAND/INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLE SECTION
• Concert, Stage Band Division
10 or more instruments
• Rock Band Division
(May be less than 10 instruments)
• Instrumental Ensemble Division
4 to 9 instruments
| MUSIC |
2 contrasting pieces |
| TIME LIMIT |
10 minutes PLUS 5 minutes set up time |
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SHORTCUTS TO SECTIONS
FRIDAY SECTIONS
CHORAL SECTION (No amplification)
BAND/INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLE SECTION
SATURDAY SECTIONS
VOCAL SECTION (Non Amplified)
CONTEMPORARY VOCAL SECTION (Amplified Voice)
MUSICAL THEATRE SECTION
SPEECH & DRAMA SECTION
PIANO SECTION
INSTRUMENTAL SECTION
VOCAL SCHOLARSHIP
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SATURDAY SECTIONS
All Saturday Sections Entry Fee $6.00 Late Fee $12.00 per entry
VOCAL SECTION (Non Amplified)
• Solo (Classical OR Popular) for entrants UNDER 13 years
• Solo - Classical for 13 years & over
• Solo - Popular for 13 years & over
• Duet & Trio * Refer Rule 8 *
| MUSIC |
Own choice of piece(s) for entrants under 13 years of age
Own choice of Classical piece(s) if entering in a Classical Solo Division (13 & over)
Own choice of Popular piece(s) if entering in a Popular Solo Division (13 & over) |
| TIME LIMIT |
5 minutes |
CONTEMPORARY VOCAL SECTION (Amplified Voice)
• Solo
• Ensemble (2-4 Voices)
*Please note Rules 8 and 13a - iv) *
| MUSIC |
Own choice of 1 piece
A legible copy of the lyrics is to be provided for the adjudicator |
| TIME LIMIT |
6 minutes - Provision will be made for sound check |
MUSICAL THEATRE SECTION
• Solo
• Ensemble (2-4 Voices) * Refer Rule 8 *
| MUSIC |
Any song(s) from film or stage. Props/costumes may be used |
| TIME LIMIT |
5 minutes PLUS 2 minutes set up time |
SPEECH & DRAMA SECTION
• Recitation
• Solo Drama Performance
| MATERIAL |
Own choice of piece(s) |
| TIME LIMIT |
Recitation - 8 minutes
Drama - 8 minutes PLUS 2 minutes set up time |
• Public Speaking * NEW *
| MATERIAL |
Own Choice |
| TIME LIMIT |
Junior - 1 & 1/2 minutes
Senior - 3 minutes
Open - 5 minutes |
PIANO SECTION
• Solo
• Duet
*Please note time limits
| MUSIC |
Own choice of piece(s), contrasting pieces if more than 1 |
| TIME LIMIT |
Senior & Open ~ 8 minutes
All other levels ~ 5 minutes |
INSTRUMENTAL SECTION
• Solo
• Duet & Trio
*Please note time limits
| MUSIC |
Own choice of piece(s), contrasting pieces if more than 1 |
| TIME LIMIT |
Senior & Open ~ 8 minutes
All other levels ~ 5 minutes |
PLEASE NOTE:
• Throughout the Balaklava Eisteddfod, if entering both competitive and non-competitive Sections, Rule 7 applies.
• If entering any Duet, Trio and/or Ensemble, please note Rules 8 and Rule 13a) ii apply
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SUNDAY EVENT
FINALE CONCERT
Balaklava Town Hall, 2.30pm
• Adjudication of the Adelaide Plains Male Voice Choir VOCAL SCHOLARSHIP will be a feature of the 2008 Finale Concert.
• Championship Winners from the various Sections of competition will be invited to perform in this concert. Championship trophies will be presented at this time.
• The combined Mid North Primary Schools Festival of Music Choirs will perform.
ADELAIDE PLAINS MALE VOICE CHOIR INC.
VOCAL SCHOLARSHIP 2008
* PLEASE NOTE CHANGE OF ELIGIBLE AGE *
The Adelaide Plains Male Voice Choir Inc. Vocal Scholarship is open to any person between the ages of 13 years and 18 years on July 1, 2008, entering in the Classical Solo Division of the Vocal Section of the Balaklava Eisteddfod. The three finalists competing during the Finale Concert will be selected by the Adjudicator on Saturday, 2nd August 2008, from the entrants have applied for the scholarship.
VOCAL SCHOLARSHIP (Non Amplified)
Entry Fee $5.00, Late Fee $10.00
FINALISTS SELECTED WILL BE REQUIRED TO PERFORM FOR ADJUDICATION AT THE SUNDAY FINALE CONCERT.
Performance will include the Vocal Classical Solo that was performed in the Saturday Vocal Section. Finalists are also required to perform a Musical Theatre Solo. (See criteria for Musical Theatre music under Saturday Sections)
| MUSIC |
Vocal Classical Solo (see above)
Musical Theatre Solo |
| TIME LIMIT |
10 minutes total |
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RULES & CONDITIONS of ENTRY
See the Rules & Conditions of Entry page
PROGRAMME OF EVENTS
Friday 1st August 2008:
• Choral Workshop
• Vocal Ensemble (4-9 Voices)
• Bands (Stage, Concert)
• Bands (Rock)
• Instrumental Ensemble (4 to 9 instruments)
Saturday 2nd August 2008:
• Vocal
• Contemporary Vocal (Amplified Voice)
• Musical Theatre
• Speech and Drama (includes new division, Public Speaking)
• Instrumental
• Piano
Sunday 3rd August 2008:
FINALE CONCERT including:
• Adjudication of the ‘Adelaide Plains Male Voice Choir’ Vocal Scholarship
• Selected Championship Winners
• Combined Mid North Primary Schools Festival of Music Choirs
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TO TEACHERS
The Eisteddfod is an ideal opportunity for groups as well as individuals to give a performance. If you wish to discuss any aspect of the Syllabus or Entry Form, please contact:
Bronwyn Cottle
Telephone/Fax: (08) 8863 1242
Di Spence
Telephone: (08) 8862 2113
COMMUNICATION
After the closing date (9th MAY 2008) the Society will design the Eisteddfod programme to match the entries. Any late entries will be accepted at the discretion of BES, according to numbers already entered in those divisions. * Numbers will be capped at 12 entries in each division *
The official programme and detailed instructions will be sent to all entrants by the end of June.
Email Inquiries: info@balaklavaeisteddfod.org.au
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