Northern Beaches Eisteddfod: 2016 Syllabus

NORTHERN BEACHES
EISTEDDFOD
2016
SYLLABUS
ENTRY CLOSING DATE: 1st MARCH 2016*

Late online entries close 8th March 2016. A $40 Penalty Fee is accompanied with a late online entry.
NORTHERN BEACHES EISTEDDFOD
2016
COMMITTEE
President: Verity Powers Ballet Convenor: Amanda Nolan

Vice President: Karen Crawford Dance Convenor: Suellen Oldroyd
Treasurer: Barrie Pitt Assistant Dance Convenor: Pascale Bridge
Administrator: Sally Dean Speech & Drama Convenor: Trish Collier
I.T. Officer: Niall Powers Vocal Convenor: Lee Whyte
Instrumental Convenors: Verity Powers
Jan Cooper
PATRONS:
Member for Mackellar: Hon. Bronwyn Bishop

Mayor of Manly: Cr Jean Hay
Mayor of Pittwater: Cr Jacqueline Townsend
Mayor of Warringah Council: Cr Michael Regan
Email: ..................................................................... northernbeacheseisteddfod@gmail.com

Website: .................................................................. www.northernbeacheseisteddfod.com
Postal Address:............................................................ PO Box 689, Dee Why, NSW, 2099
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INDEX
ENTERING THE EISTEDDFOD ...................................................................... 3
PRIVACY STATEMENT ................................................................................. 4
SCHOLARSHIPS & OTHER MAJOR AWARDS.............................................. 5
SPONSORSHIP ............................................................................................ 7
GENERAL RULES & CONDITIONS ALL CATEGORIES.................................. 8
BALLET & DANCE SPECIAL RULES ........................................................... 11
BALLET....................................................................................................... 13
DANCE ....................................................................................................... 18
SPEECH & DRAMA ..................................................................................... 25
INSTRUMENTAL BRASS ............................................................................ 38
INSTRUMENTAL WOODWIND .................................................................... 40
INSTRUMENTAL STRINGS ......................................................................... 42
INSTRUMENTAL CHAMBER ENSEMBLES ................................................. 45
VOCAL ........................................................................................................ 47
CLASSICAL VOCAL JUNIOR ...................................................................... 49
CLASSICAL VOCAL SENIOR ...................................................................... 51
CONTEMPORARY POPULAR VOCAL ........................................................ 53
SCHOOL CHORAL SECTIONS ................................................................... 55
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ENTERING THE EISTEDDFOD
ENTRY CLOSING DATE
1ST MARCH 2016
ONLINE ENTRIES
Once again, we will be using the STARDOM entry system for online entry. Please use your existing
login details from previous years or create a new account if you are entering for the first time.
Through STARDOM, competitors have the ability to check and modify their entries before the closing
date (1st March 2016).
Entries may be submitted after the closing date until March 8th 2016 with a Penalty Fee of $40.00.
Please visit our website to enter in this years Eisteddfod.

www.northernbeacheseisteddfod.com/entries
POSTAL ENTRIES
Postal Entries will incur a $5.00 processing fee and will not be accepted if received after March 1st
2016. Any late postal entries will be returned unopened.
Separate Entry Forms must be used for each competitor and no changes can be made to any entry
after March 1st 2016.
Postal Entries must be sent to:

PO Box 689, Dee Why, NSW, 2099
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PRIVACY STATEMENT
1. The Warringah Eisteddfod Inc. collects personal information about competitors and
parents or guardians before and during the conduct of the eisteddfod. The primary
purpose of collecting this information is to enable the Warringah Eisteddfod Inc. to provide
an annual performing arts competition.
2. The Warringah Eisteddfod Inc. from time to time discloses personal information to others
(government departments, people providing services to the eisteddfod, including specialist
adjudicators and volunteer helpers).
3. If we do not obtain the information referred to above, we may not be able to enrol or
continue the enrolment of the competitor.
4. Some of the personal information collected is published in the Programme and the
Syllabus. On occasions personal and group achievements, results and contributions are
published in newsletters, magazines, the web site and in the press.
5. Competitors and their parents may seek access to personal information collected about
them by contacting the Administrator, Warringah Eisteddfod Inc. However, there will be
occasions when access is denied. Such occasions would include where access would
have an unreasonable impact on the privacy of others, where access may result in a
breach of the Warringah Eisteddfod Inc.’s duty of care to the competitor or where
competitors have provided information in confidence.
6. If you provide the Warringah Eisteddfod Inc. with the personal information of others, such
as teachers, you should inform them that you are disclosing that information to the
Warringah Eisteddfod Inc. and why, and that they can access that information if they wish
and that the Warringah Eisteddfod Inc. does not usually disclose the information to third
parties.
7. The Warringah Eisteddfod Inc. has adopted a Privacy Policy in accordance with the
Commonwealth Privacy Act, 2000.
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SCHOLARSHIPS & MAJOR AWARDS
BALLET & DANCE

Refer to Ballet & Dance Special rules for rules and application criteria.
Prize
Junior Classical Ballet Scholarship $750
The Junior Classical Ballet Scholarship is open to 11, 12 and 13 year olds.
Junior Classical Ballet Encouragement Award $200
Classical Ballet Scholarship $1500
Classical Ballet Scholarship Encouragement Award $300
Dance Scholarship $1000
Adjudicator’s Encouragement Awards

Junior Classical Ballet and/or Demi- Character $100
Intermediate Classical Ballet and/or Demi- Character $100
Senior Classical Ballet and/or Demi-Character $100
Classical Championships
Sub Junior $150
Junior $200
Intermediate $250
Senior $350
Dance Championships
Sub Junior $150
Junior $200
Intermediate $250
Senior $350
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SPEECH AND DRAMA
Speech & Drama Scholarship $300, $150, $100 & $50
Encouragement Group Awards 2 X $50
Character Award $50
Duologue Award 2 X $50
Public Speaking Award $50
Junior Championship $150 & $100
Intermediate Championship $200 & $100
Senior Championship $250 & $150
Master Class $500, $200, & $100
Gwen Jones Memorial Award $300
INSTRUMENTAL – Brass, Strings, Woodwind & Chamber Ensembles

Junior $150
Intermediate $200
Senior $300
Encouragement Awards $50
Primary School Chamber Ensemble $150
High School Chamber Ensemble $150
VOCAL – Classical
Junior Championship $300
Senior Championship $400
Aria $100
Art Song $100
Song from a Musical $100
VOCAL – Contemporary
Junior Championship $250
Intermediate Championship $300
Senior Championship $400
VOCAL - School Choirs

Infants $200
Primary $200
Secondary $200
Acapella Chamber $200
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SPONSORSHIP
Northern Beaches Eisteddfod is a volunteer, non-profit organisation very much dependent on the
support of competitors, families, teachers and sponsors. The Northern Beaches Eisteddfod
Management Committee would like to thank those of you who have supported the Eisteddfod in the
past and those who are contributing for the first time.
Please complete the form below or on our website & fill in your name, address and contact details,
place a tick beside the awards you would like to donate, circle 1st, 2nd and/or 3rd place, and please
clearly indicate the sum total of your donation. Please provide a further written description of your
contribution where appropriate.
Cheques should be made out to Northern Beaches Eisteddfod and posted to PO Box 689 Dee Why
2099 or an electronic/online payment made to the Westpac bank details BSB: 032191 ACN: 940914.
Please specify your business name or personal contact name in the payment reference. Thank you.
☐ Trophies (2nd, 3rd Place) $25

☐ Trophies (1st Place) $50
☐ Cash Prizes $100
☐ Junior Championships $150
☐ Intermediate Championships $200
☐ Senior Championships $300
☐ Bursaries $500
☐ Scholarships $1000
☐ Other $
Do you require a receipt? Yes / No Total: $
Business Name: .............................................................................................................
Sponsor’s Contact Name: .............................................................................................................
Postal Address: .............................................................................................................
.............................................................................................................
Email: .............................................................................................................
Phone Number: .................................................. Date: ................................
Thank you for your donation. Please note that all donations to the Eisteddfod are tax deductible, and
all sponsors will be acknowledged in the programme. Sponsors donating $500 or more, or equivalent
in-kind, will be provided opportunities for presentation of awards and prizes, upon request.
Please indicate if you would like a presentation opportunity: Yes No (Circle One)
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GENERAL RULES AND CONDITIONS
ALL CATEGORIES
§ CATEGORY SPECIAL RULES AND SECTION RULES OVERRIDE GENERAL RULES WHERE APPLICABLE.
§ Failure to comply with the rules will result in disqualification* or penalties. Please read all rules carefully.
ENTRIES
1. Entries will be accepted on line or by post subject to the following:
a. It is the responsibility of the competitor (parent or guardian in the case of a minor) to
correctly complete and submit the entry form in accordance with the general rules and
conditions and any special rules or conditions applied to the category and the specific
section.
b. Entries will only be accepted if accompanied by the full entry fees for all sections entered.
c. On-line entries close after midnight March 1st 2016. Any late online entries can be
submitted before March 8th 2016 with a Penalty Fee of $40.00.
d. Posted entries will not be accepted after March 1st 2016 and will be returned unopened.
Separate entry forms must be used for each competitor. No changes can be made to any
entry after March 1st 2016.
2. The age of the competitor on 1st May 2016 will be recognised by the committee who reserves the
right to request proof of age.
3. RESTRICTED SECTIONS are confined to competitors who have NEVER won a FIRST prize at any
recognised Eisteddfod, Festival, or Competition in that particular category as at March 1st in the
current year.
4. A solo competitor may compete only once within any section or combined section.
5. In the case of duets, trios, quartets and quintets, names and ages of all members MUST be
stated on the entry form. No competitor may compete more than once in these sections.
Provision may be sought for substitution of competitors in extreme circumstances provided
written application is approved by the convenor.
6. Any competitor who has won two consecutive Championships, Arias, Entertainers or Concerti is
not eligible to enter that section in the following year.
7. Scholarships can only be awarded once to any competitor in a category.
8. Intending competitors, who have been pupils of, or have taken lessons from the Adjudicator for
the particular section in which they are entering within the previous 6 months, are ineligible to
enter that section.
9. The committee reserves the right to cancel any section in which, in their opinion, there are an
insufficient number of entries, or to combine two or more sections.
10. FINALS will be held in any section if the number of entries warrants it.
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PERFORMANCE
11. Where there are FEWER THAN SIX competitors, ONE PRIZE only will be awarded from SIX to
TEN competitors, TWO PRIZES - and ELEVEN or GREATER competitors, THREE PRIZES will be
awarded. The Adjudicator/s, with the permission of the Convenor or Committee Member in
charge, may award more or less prizes.
12. Where events are run with limited entries cash prizes will be adjusted accordingly by the
Convenor(s).
13. Entry Fees will be refunded only if it is necessary to cancel a section.
14. The time stated in the programme is the scheduled time of commencement of the section.
Competitors MUST be ready to perform on stage 30 minutes before that time in the order set
down in the programme unless they have permission from the Convenor or the Committee
Member in charge for that session. Failing this, they will be eligible for adjudicator’s comments
only.
15. No competitors may perform outside their sections unless they have the permission of the
Convenor/s following a written application stating specific reasons.
16. Except as provided in this rule no person may substitute for the original competitor as named on
the official entry form. In duos, trios, quartets or quintets provision may be sought for substitution
of competitors in extreme circumstances provided written application is approved by the
Convenor.
17. A competitor may perform in more than one section, but may only perform once within any solo,
duo, trio, quartet or quintet section.
18. Each item may be performed only ONCE during the Eisteddfod. For any variations to this rule,
refer to the Special Rules at the beginning of each Category.
19. A competitor may NOT repeat any “Own choice” item with which he or she has won a FIRST
prize at the Northern Beaches Eisteddfod for at least TWO years following the year in which the
award was received. This rule is not applicable to Ballet & Dance.
20. Competitors must take care that items are taken from books or editions as stated in the Syllabus.
21. No teacher or parent, except in the capacity of Accompanist or Conductor, will be allowed
backstage or on the stage at any time, except with the permission of the committee.
22. PROMPTING, except by an Adjudicator is NOT PERMITTED.
23. The Committee reserves the right to substitute Adjudicators if the need arises.
24. In OWN CHOICE Sections, originals or copies of the chosen piece/pieces for use by the
Adjudicator MUST BE HANDED IN at the Registration Table before commencement of the
Section. Competitors are responsible for collecting their original at the conclusion of the section.
25. If copies are used the competitor (parent or guardian in the case of a minor) is responsible for
obtaining permission from the copyright owner if required. The committee does not countenance,
sanction or approve any infringement of the copyright act and has the right to destroy any
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unlicensed photocopies. Each competitor (parent or guardian in the case of a minor) is
responsible for ensuring that copyright is not breached.
a. For copyright information for Eisteddfods go to http://www.apraamcos.com.au/music-
customers/licence-types/music-in-education/eisteddfod-licence/
b. To obtain the appropriate forms for music go to
http://www.apraamcos.com.au/media/5685/educational-licensing-copyright-declaration-form.pdf
c. For a practical copyright guide to the use of print music in Australia, go to
http://www.apraamcos.com.au/media/5734/mcopyright-guide-for-eisteddfods.pdf
26. Any rights to use copyright sound recordings and mechanical rights that should be obtained in
respect of recorded music (including digital recordings) for performances is the responsibility of
the competitor (parent or guardian in the case of a minor). The Northern Beaches Eisteddfod
holds licences issued by APRA (public performance of copyright musical works), PPCA (for public
performance of copyright sound recordings) & CAL (for photocopying or reproducing copyright
material, excluding musical works).
27. Exceeding the specified time limits will result in penalties or disqualification*. A bell may be rung
to signal “Time” and the competitor must IMMEDIATELY leave the stage. Every care will be taken
for Competitors’ safety but the Committee will not be responsible for any injury sustained by any
Competitor or attendee during the Eisteddfod.
28. No privately owned videos, cameras, phones or recording devices of any kind to be
used in the halls at the request of the committee and in compliance with copyright law.
29. Purchase of a ticket and/or entry to the Northern Beaches Eisteddfod is accompanied
with the understanding that you must abide by the rules and regulations set out in the
Syllabus and the Programme.
ADJUDICATION
30. No persons will speak to or approach any adjudicator or the adjudicator’s table before, during or
after the Eisteddfod except Eisteddfod staff.
31. Protests may be lodged in writing on the appropriate form accompanied by a $15 fee and handed
to the registrar/convenor either prior to, or within ONE HOUR of adjudication. No action will be
taken without a formal protest.
32. The Adjudicator’s decision is final.
33. The decision of the committee on any question, dispute or protest will be final.
*Disqualified competitors will receive adjudicator’s comments only; no marks will be

awarded.
**A category is defined as one of the following; Ballet, Dance, Instrumental, Pipe Organ,
Speech and Drama, Vocal.
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BALLET AND DANCE
SPECIAL RULES
1. Date of birth and age of Competitor on 1st May 2016 must be stated on all entry forms.
2. Professional teachers and performers are not permitted to compete in this Eisteddfod.
3. Please adhere to the maximum Time limit in each section. A bell may be rung to signal “time” and
the competitor must then IMMEDIATELY leave the stage.
4. Adjudication only will occur in the following instances. Where:

a. Competitors are over age for the section.
b. Competitors dance out of section.
c. A CD is not handed in prior to the commencement of the section.
d. Competitors go over time.
e. Vocals for Song & Dance are not ‘live’.
f. Competitors enter or exit the stage from the audience or front of stage.
5. A Competitor who forgets his/her dance and leaves the stage but performs it later, will be
penalised – 12 years & under a 2-point penalty, 13 years & over Adjudication Only.
6. Re Music CD’s - Please ensure that:

a. CD is cued to commence within 5 seconds - penalty: 3 point deduction will apply for late
cue or wrong cue (wrong cue is wrong music/dance/CD).
b. CD is registered before the commencement of the section - penalty: Adjudication Only, ie
no marks awarded.
c. One dance only is recorded on the CD, which must be recorded in stereo.
d. The dance is recorded at the beginning of the CD and labelled on correct side. (It is also
advisable to have a back-up CD available).
NB: If the CD is prepared on a home computer, ensure that it plays through a domestic audio
system. Please do NOT use RW-CDs (Re-Writeable), these are meant for computers and
sometimes NOT recognised by sensitive audio equipment.
7. DANCE COMPETITORS PLEASE NOTE: Competitors are required to be attired in costumes

consistent with standards acceptable for family entertainment. Competitors wearing costumes,
which are too brief or revealing, may be refused permission to perform at the absolute discretion
of the Adjudicator or the Session Manager.
8. Where there are insufficient entries for a section the section will be combined or cancelled.
9. Female Competitors - a short tutu must be worn in all Classical Solo Sections.
10. A Competitor may appear on stage once only in any section, except in a Championship.
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11. Competitors who have gained a first place in any Eisteddfod may not enter a Restricted Solo
Section in that category.
12. A Dance Studio may only enter ONE Group Item per section except for Classical Ballet Groups
where more than one is allowed. Any props used must be able to be carried on stage by one
person.
13. Competitors must enter and exit the stage from the wings and not from the audience or front of
stage. Penalty - adjudication only.
14. Demi Character Dance must have a theme or story. Steps must have a strong classical
component. No vocals on CD.
Rules for:
Classical Ballet Scholarships & Dance Scholarship
1. To be eligible for a Classical Ballet Scholarship (Junior and Senior) competitors must have entered
in two (2) previous sections. Juniors - 11 years B404 and B424, 12 years B405 and B425, 13
years B406 and B426. Seniors - B407-B409 and B427-B429. To be eligible for a Dance
Scholarship, competitors must have entered in two (2) previous sections from D007, D017, D018,
D019, D027, D037, D038, D038, D039, D047, D057, D058, D059, and D073 & D074.
2. SENIOR Entrants must have turned 14 years and be under 20 years on May 1, 2016.
3. Competitors will do a class, then finalists will be chosen to perform one (1) item of their choice
( may repeat a dance already performed). Dance Scholarship, Contemporary, modern
expressive/lyrical or tap solo may be performed. For Classical Scholarships – Classical Dance only
to be performed.
4. Time limit up to three (3) minutes maximum.
5. Minimum number of entries to be 10 or section will be cancelled and entry fees refunded.
6. Classical Scholarship - female competitors must wear a short tutu.
7. No previous winner may re-enter.
8. No reports will be issued.
9. The Adjudicator’s decision will be final.
10. No protests will be accepted.
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BALLET
Classical Ballet • Demi-Character • National Dance
DATES
Sundays 1st, 15th, 22nd, 29th May 2016
Groups: 8th May 2016
CONVENOR
Amanda Nolan
www.northernbeacheseisteddfod.com/ballet
VENUE
Groups (8th May 2016): ............................................................................ Glen Street Theatre, Belrose
Solo’s, Duos, Trios & Quartets: ...................................................................................................... TBA
Stage Covering: ........................................................................................ Performance Quality Tarkett
*Disqualified competitors will receive adjudicator’s comments only. No marks will be

awarded.
The use of cameras, video cameras and recording devices is prohibited during all sections
of the Eisteddfod.
TO AVOID DISQUALIFICATION AND/OR PENALTIES:

Please refer to the ‘Special’ Rules at the beginning of the Ballet and Dance categories and the
General Rules and Conditions printed at the front of this Syllabus.
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CLASSICAL BALLET SOLO - OPEN
Entry Fee: $15
11 years & under - No Pointes
TIME LIMIT
B400 7 Years & Under No Pointes 2.5 Minutes
B405 12 Years & Under 3 Minutes
B409 Open Age 3 Minutes
CLASSICAL BALLET SOLO - RESTRICTED

Entry Fee: $15
TIME LIMIT
DEMI – CHARACTER SOLO – OPEN

Entry Fee: $15
TIME LIMIT
B429 Open Age 3 Minutes
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DEMI - CHARACTER SOLO - RESTRICTED
Entry Fee: $15
TIME LIMIT
CLASSICAL BALLET - DUO, TRIO, QUARTET

Entry Fee: $20
10 years & under - no pointes
TIME LIMIT
B440 10 Years & Under Sub Junior No Pointes 4 Minutes
B441 12 Years & Under Junior 4 Minutes
B442 14 Years & Under Intermediate 4 Minutes
B443 Open Age Senior 4 Minutes
BALLET VARIATIONS
Entry Fee: $15
Traditional costumes must be worn for the variations.
TIME LIMIT
B448 13 Years & Under (11, 12, 13 years only) 3 Minutes
Variations for Boys (13 Years & Under) Variations for Girls (13 Years & Under)
Peasant Pas 2nd Solo Flower Festival

Flower Festival 1st Solo Peasant Pas
Prince Nutcracker Kirov Peasant Pas
Florestan
Cupid
Odalisque, Le Corsaire
Kitri Act 1
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BALLET VARIATIONS (continued)
TIME LIMIT
B449 14 Years & Over 3 Minutes
Variations for Boys (14 Years & Over) Variations for Girls (14 Years & Over)
Peasant Pas 1st Solo All Shades Variations

Prince Albrecht, Act 2 Lilac Fairy
James Act 1 Giselle
Le Corsaire Kitri’s Wedding
Basilio’s Variation Act 3 (Don Q) Esmeralda
Florimund Paquita 4th Solo
Siegfield, Act 3 Odile Black Swan Act 3
Blue Bird Act 3 Gamzatti
Grand Pax de Deux Variation (Tarantella/Nutcracker) Kitri Act 1
Harlequinade Variation Odalisque
Bronze/Golden Idol, La Bayadere Raymonda Act 3, Variation 2 (Dream Solo)
Aurora Act 3
Dulcinea, Don Quixote
Talisman Variation
Pas De Trois, 1st Variation, Swan Lake
DEMI-CHARACTER or NATIONAL CHARACTER DUO, TRIO, QUARTET

Entry Fee: $20
TIME LIMIT
CLASSICAL BALLET GROUP

Entry Fee: $50
TIME LIMIT
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CLASSICAL CHAMPIONSHIP
Entry Fee: $25
TIME LIMIT
B455 10 Years & Under Sub Junior No Pointes 2.5 Minutes
1st PRIZES
Sub Junior $150
Junior $200
Intermediate $250
Senior $350
Rules
1. To be eligible, a competitor must dance in both a solo Classical and a solo Demi-Character
Section prior to competing in a Championship.
2. Sub-Junior Championship competitors are to dance a CLASSICAL DANCE ONLY, which has not
been performed in another section.
3. Junior and Intermediate Championship competitors must dance BOTH a Classical and Demi-
Character dance, one of which may have been performed in another section.
4. Open Senior Championship competitors must dance a Classical and either a Demi-Character or
Contemporary dance, one of which may have been performed in another section. Please
nominate which one on the Dance Entry Form.
5. The Classical dance will be performed first.
6. A competitor who is a full-time student of dance at the time of performance or has been a full-
time student of Dance at any time in the 12 months prior to the performance may only compete in
the Open Senior Championship.
7. If less than 8 entries in a championship, the section may be cancelled and competitors will be
moved up to the next age group. Competitors will be notified.
CLASSICAL BALLET SCHOLARSHIP

Junior Entry Fee: $25 Senior Entry Fee: $30
Refer to Scholarship Rules.
TIME LIMIT
B460 Junior 11, 12 & 13 Years 3 Minutes
B461 14 Years & Over, Under 20 Years 3 Minutes
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DANCE
Modern Expressive/Lyrical • Contemporary • Jazz/Musical Comedy
Hip Hop/Funk • Tap • Song & Dance • Musical Theatre
DATES
Solo’s, Duo’s & Trio’s Dance Groups

Saturday 30th April 2016 Saturday 7th May 2016
Saturday 7th May 2016
Saturday 21st May 2016
Saturday 4th June 2016
CONVENOR
Suellen Oldroyd (Assisted by Pascale Bridge)
www.northernbeacheseisteddfod.com/dance
VENUE
Groups (7th May 2016): ......................................................................... Glen Street Theatre, Belrose
Solo’s, Duos, Trios & Quartets: .................................................................................................. TBA

awarded.
of the Eisteddfod.
TO AVOID DISQUALIFICATION AND/OR PENALTIES:

Please refer to the ‘Special’ Rules at the beginning of the Ballet and Dance categories and the
General Rules and Conditions printed at the front of this Syllabus.
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MODERN EXPRESSIVE/LYRICAL SOLO – RESTRICTED
Entry Fee: $15
TIME LIMIT
D003 10 Years & Under No Pointes 2.5 Minutes
D005 12 Years & Under No Pointes 3 Minutes
D006 13 Years & Under 3 Minutes
MODERN EXPRESSIVE/LYRICAL SOLO – OPEN

Entry Fee: $15
TIME LIMIT
D019 Open Age 3 Minutes
CONTEMPORARY SOLO – RESTRICTED

Entry Fee: $15
TIME LIMIT
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CONTEMPORARY SOLO – OPEN
Entry Fee: $15
TIME LIMIT
JAZZ/MUSICAL COMEDY SOLO – RESTRICTED

Entry Fee: $15
Refer Ballet & Dance rule 15
TIME LIMIT
D043 10 Years & Under 2.5 Minutes
JAZZ/MUSICAL COMEDY SOLO – OPEN

Entry Fee: $15
TIME LIMIT
HIP HOP/FUNK - SOLO

Entry Fee: $15
TIME LIMIT
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SLOW/WALTZ/FAST TAP SOLO
Entry Fee: $15
TIME LIMIT
SONG & DANCE SOLO

Entry Fee: $15
Please indicate on Entry Form if Tap shoes will be used.
CD accompaniment must be music only – all vocals are to be live.
‘Song and Dance’ is defined as a solo activity.
There will be no hand held, radio, or special microphone positions.
TIME LIMIT
MODERN/CONTEMPORARY - DUO, TRIO OR QUARTET

Entry Fee: $20
No pointes - 12 years & under
Refer General Rule 12
TIME LIMIT
D090 10 Years & Under Sub Junior 4 Minutes
D091 12 Years & Under Junior 4 Minutes
D092 14 Years & Under Intermediate 4 Minutes
D093 Open Age Senior 4 Minutes
JAZZ/MUSICAL COMEDY - DUO, TRIO OR QUARTET

Entry Fee: $20
Not Song and Dance
TIME LIMIT
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HIP HOP/FUNK - DUO, TRIO OR QUARTET
Entry Fee: $20
TIME LIMIT
MODERN EXPRESSIVE/LYRICAL GROUP

Entry Fee: $50
Minimum of 5 competitors per Group
Refer Ballet & Dance Rule 12 – only one entry per Dance School. Any props used must be able to be
carried on stage by one person.
TIME LIMIT
CONTEMPORARY GROUP
Entry Fee: $50
TIME LIMIT
JAZZ/MUSICAL COMEDY GROUP

Entry Fee: $50
Not Song and Dance - NOT Musical Theatre
TIME LIMIT
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HIP HOP/FUNK GROUP
Entry Fee: $50
Not Song and Dance - NOT Musical Theatre.
TIME LIMIT
TAP GROUP - SLOW/FAST/WALTZ

Entry Fee: $50
TIME LIMIT
SONG & DANCE / MUSICAL THEATRE GROUP – All Ages

Music from Film or Stage Musicals.
Words may either be mimed or the competitors may sing.
Entry Fee: $50
TIME LIMIT
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DANCE CHAMPIONSHIP
Entry Fee: $20
Rules
1. To be eligible, an entrant must dance in a solo Jazz/Musical Comedy (not Song and Dance) and -
a solo Modern/Contemporary Section or - a Modern Expressive Lyrical prior to competing in a
Championship.
2. Championship competitors must dance both a Jazz/Musical Comedy and Modern/Contemporary
or Modern Expressive Lyrical dance, one of which may have been performed in another section.
3. The Jazz/Musical Comedy dance will be performed first.
TIME LIMIT
D180 10 Years & Under Sub Junior No Pointes 2.5 Minutes
1st PRIZES
Sub Junior $150
Junior $200
Intermediate $250
Senior $350
DANCE SCHOLARSHIP
Entry Fee: $25
Refer to Scholarship Rules.
TIME LIMIT
D190 14 Years & Over 3 Minutes
PRIZES
1st Prize $1000
Encouragement Award $300
Rules
1. Entrants in the Northern Beaches Ballet Scholarship may not enter the Dance Scholarship as well.
2. Entrants must have turned 14 years of age by the 31st March 2015.
3. Entrants are required to participate in a 45-minute dance class conducted by a guest adjudicator.
4. Following the class entrants are required to perform one solo dance in any of the following Dance
Genres:
a. Jazz/Musical Comedy
b. Modern Expressive/Lyrical
c. Contemporary
d. Tap
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SPEECH AND DRAMA
DATES
7th, 14th, 21st, 28th May 2016
VENUE
TBA
CONVENOR
Trish Collier
www.northernbeacheseisteddfod.com/speech--drama
DRESS CODE
Attire should be neat & appropriate for performance on stage. No thongs or beach wear please.
Disqualified competitors will receive adjudicator’s comments only. No marks will be

awarded.
of the Eisteddfod.
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SPEECH AND DRAMA AWARDS
MASTER CLASS SCHOLARSHIP (S303)

1st Prize ....................................................................................................................... $500
2nd Prize ...................................................................................................................... $200
3rd Prize....................................................................................................................... $100
SPEECH & DRAMA CHAMPIONSHIPS (S300, S301, S302)

Junior Intermediate Senior
1st Prize ................. $150 1st Prize ................. $200 1st Prize ................. $250
2nd Prize ................ $100 2nd Prize ................ $100 2nd Prize ................ $150
SPEECH & DRAMA SCHOLARSHIP (INVITATIONAL)

1st Prize ...................................... $300 3rd Prize .......................................... $100
2nd Prize ..................................... $150 Encouragement Award ..................... $50
GWEN JONES MEMORIAL AWARD ....................................................................... $300

To be awarded to a promising performer who shows talent in a wide range of Speech and
Drama sections.
CHARACTER PRIZE ................................................................................................... $50

To be awarded to a performer in one of the Shakespearian or Character Recital in Costume
Sections.
PUBLIC SPEAKING AWARD .................................................................................... $50

To be awarded to a speaker in one of the Public Speaking Sections.
ENCOURAGEMENT GROUP AWARDS ............................................................ $50 (X2)

To be awarded to two performers from one of the following Group Sections:
S393, S394, S395, S396, S397.
DUOLOGUE AWARD .......................................................................................... $50 (X2)

To be awarded to a pair of performers in one of the Duologue in Costume Sections.
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SPEECH AND DRAMA
SPECIAL RULES
1. Own choice: An unmarked, legible copy must be provided for the adjudicator clearly showing
the title, author and name/s of character/s performed (where applicable). All work must be
memorised, unless otherwise stated. In all “Own choice” selections, suitability of material is
essential. Offensive language and blasphemy are unacceptable. In compliance with Copyright
Laws Own choice copies will be destroyed. Original or authorised copies may be returned.
2. Competitors (parent or guardian in the case of a minor) are responsible for ensuring pieces
registered and performed comply with General Rules and Conditions - All Categories, Speech
and Drama Special Rules, and Section requirements regarding author, theme, publication, or
version. Any competitor performing a piece that does not comply with all conditions for the
section entered will be disqualified*. Competitors (parent or guardian in the case of a minor) are
reminded to pay special attention to rule General Rule 19.
3. Groups/Schools who have won FIRST PRIZE in the Northern Beaches Eisteddfod will not be
allowed to perform the same piece for TWO YEARS following the one in which the award was
received.
4. Competitors exceeding specified time limits, risk being disqualified*.
5. Competitors, teachers and parents are reminded that prompting, except by the adjudicator
(General Rule 22) will result in disqualification* of the competitor.
6. No teacher or parent is allowed on the stage or backstage at any time, except for Group
Sections S393, S394, S395, S396, S397, where special rules apply.
7. Arrangements for placement of bulky props for all other sections must be made prior to the
commencement of that section with the Convenor. Props must be removed from the stage at
the conclusion of the performance.
8. Teachers are responsible for providing and organising operation of sound recordings as
required.

awarded.
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SPEECH AND DRAMA CHAMPIONSHIPS
Entry Fee: $20
Rules:
1. Competitors in sections S300, S301 and S302 must enter and perform in at least two other
solo sections in this category to qualify for participation in the relevant championship.
2. Character recital, self devised scene and memorised prose must not have been performed in
any other section. No props or costumes allowed. A chair and table will be provided.
3. Minimum number of entries to be 8 or section may be combined or cancelled. Entry fees will
be refunded if the section is cancelled.
4. Selected competitors may be invited to enter a championship during the course of the
Eisteddfod.
5. Any competitor who has won two consecutive championships is not eligible to enter that
section the following year.
S300 8 – 11 Years JUNIOR

Consists of 2 parts:
1) Memorised Prose Speaking – Own Choice. Copy must be provided for the adjudicator.
Time Limit: 3 Minutes.
2) Perform a Shelf-Devised Scene on an original idea. Own Choice. A Short Synopsis must
be provided for the adjudicator. Time Limit: 3 Minutes.
S301 12 – 14 Years INTERMEDIATE

1 ) Character Recital - Own choice. Copy must be provided for the adjudicator.
Time limit: 4 minutes.
2 ) Sight Reading – Poem. Chosen by the Adjudicator.
S302 15 Years & Over SENIOR

1 ) Character Recital - Own choice. Copy must be provided for the adjudicator.
2) Sight Reading – Poem. Chosen by the Adjudicator.
Junior Prizes Intermediate Prizes Senior Prizes

1st Prize ..................... $150 1st Prize ..................... $200 1st Prize ..................... $250
2nd Prize..................... $100 2nd Prize .................... $100 2nd Prize .................... $150
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SPEECH AND DRAMA SCHOLARSHIP (INVITATIONAL)
Entry Fee: $20
Rules:
1. Entrants must be between 10 and 16 years (inclusive) as at 1st May 2016.
2. Minimum numbers of entries to be 10 or the section will be cancelled and entry fees
refunded.
3. No winner may re-enter
4. Marks will not be re-issued
5. The Adjudicator’s decision will be final
6. Protests will not be excepted
First and Second place winners in the following sections will be invited to enter:
S308, S309, S310, S311, S312, S313, S317, S318, S319, S320, S321, S322, S323, S324, S325,
S326, S327, S328, S329, S330, S331, S332, S333, S335, S336, S340, S341, S342, S343.
1st Prize .............................................. $300 3rd Prize ...................................................$100

2nd Prize.............................................. $150 Encouragement Award ..............................$50
MASTER CLASS SCHOLARSHIP

Includes a short improvisation class with the Guest Adjudicator.
Entry Fee: $25
Rules:
1. Entrants must be 13 years and over as at 1st May 2016 unless invited to enter.
2. Competitors must enter and perform in at in at least two other solo sections in the Speech
and Drama category to qualify for the Master Class Scholarship.
3. Selected competitors may be invited to enter the Master Class Scholarship during the course
of the Eisteddfod.
4. Competitors may choose to repeat a character recital presented in another section.
5. Minimum number of entries to be 10 or the section will be cancelled and entry fees refunded.
6. No winner can re-enter for two years.
7. Marks will not be issued.
8. The adjudicator’s decision will be final.
9. Competitors may choose to submit a short rationale to support their character recital - this is
optional.
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S303 MASTER CLASS SCHOLARSHIP - 13 years and Over
1. Improvise a Scene. Preparation time 1 minute (a bell will sound at two and a half minutes).
Chosen by the adjudicator. Time limit: 3 minutes.
2. Character Recital in costume - Own choice. Copy must be provided for the Adjudicator.
VERSE SPEAKING - RESTRICTED

Entry Fee: $15
Open to those who have NEVER won FIRST prize in any Eisteddfod.
Poems will be own choice. Copy must be provided for the Adjudicator.
There will be no Set Poems.
TIME LIMIT
S304 6 Years & Under Own Choice 2 Minutes
S313 Open Age Own Choice 3 Minutes
VERSE SPEAKING - OPEN

Entry Fee: $15
Copy must be provided for the Adjudicator
TIME LIMIT
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AUSTRALIAN SECTION (Verse or Prose)
Entry Fee: $15
Australian Poet or Author. Copy must be provided for the Adjudicator
TIME LIMIT
HUMOROUS SECTION (Verse or Prose)

Entry Fee: $15
TIME LIMIT
BOYS ONLY (Verse or Prose)

Entry Fee: $15
TIME LIMIT
POEM FOR TWO

Entry Fee: $20
Must contain some unison work. No costume or props
Copy must be provided for the Adjudicator.
TIME LIMIT
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MEMORISED PROSE
Entry Fee: $15
TIME LIMIT
PROSE READING
Entry Fee: $15
Competitors should note that reading from the book is preferable.
Copy must be provided for the Adjudicator.
TIME LIMIT
IMPROMPTU READING
Entry Fee: $15
Prose, to be chosen by the adjudicator.
TIME LIMIT
READING from BIBLE or SACRED TEXT

Entry Fee: $15
All extracts must be from the Bible or sacred text - eg Koran, Torah. Competitors must read from the
book only and must be spoken in English, NO TYPED or PRINTED SHEETS or PHOTOCOPIES will
be permitted. English language copy must be provided for the adjudicator.
TIME LIMIT
S353 13 Years & Over Own Choice 2 Minutes
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PUBLIC SPEAKING
Entry Fee: $15
No props or visual aids.
Competitors should note that a bell will sound at two and a half minutes
TIME LIMIT
S354 9 Years & Under Prepared Speech Own Choice 3 Minutes
S361 Open Age Prepared Speech Own Choice 3 Minutes
IMPROMPTU SPEECH
Entry Fee: $15
Topic to be chosen by the adjudicator. 3 Minutes preparation time.
Blank palm cards and pens supplied. NO notes, personal stationery or writing materials permitted.
Competitors should note that a bell will sound at two and a half minutes.
TIME LIMIT
S362 10 Years & Under 3 Minutes
S367 Open Age Years & Under 3 Minutes
FOR PERSONS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS

Entry Fee: $15
Recitation, Character Sketch or Reading
Copy must be provided for the adjudicator.
TIME LIMIT
NURSERY RHYME
Entry Fee: $15
Costume optional
Copy must be provided for adjudicator
TIME LIMIT
S369 6 Years & Under Own Choice 1 Minute
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CHARACTER RECITAL IN COSTUME
Entry Fee: $15
NO CURTAIN. Props to be put on stage by performer
TIME LIMIT
SHAKESPEARIAN RECITAL
Entry Fee: $15
Not in costume - Please wear Rehearsal Blacks
Copy must be provided for the adjudicator
TIME LIMIT
DUOLOGUE IN COSTUME
Entry Fee: $20 per duologue
NO CURTAIN. Props to be put on stage by performers
TIME LIMIT
SOLO MIME IN COSTUME

Entry Fee: $15
Title cards of the mime, large enough to be read by the audience must be displayed.
Music optional. No props.
TIME LIMIT
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DUO MIME IN COSTUME
Entry Fee: $20
Music optional. No props
TIME LIMIT
GROUP MIME IN COSTUME

Entry Fee: $30
Group minimum 3, maximum 10 performers.
Music optional. No props.
TIME LIMIT
S387 Primary School Students Own Choice 5 Minutes
DUO IMPROVISATION
Entry Fee: $20
Topic to be supplied by the Adjudicator
The emphasis in this event is on improvisation and not an adaptation of an already prepared piece.
Offensive language and blasphemy are unacceptable.
TIME LIMIT
S389 Primary School Students 3 Minutes
S390 Open Age 3 Minutes
GROUP IMPROVISATION
Entry Fee: $30
Group minimum of 3, maximum of 6 performers
Topic to be supplied by the Adjudicator
The emphasis in this event is on improvisation and not an adaptation of an already prepared piece.
TIME LIMIT
S391 Primary School Students 3 Minutes
S392 Open Age 3 Minutes
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SCENE FROM A PLAY
Entry Fee: $30
Minimum of 3, maximum of 20 performers.

Choice of either a short play or an extract from a play.
NO CURTAIN. MINIMAL PROPS
Copy of script and cast list must be provided for the adjudicator.
Prior to the starting bell teachers will be able to assemble performers and place props in the wings.
Teachers may not remain backstage or onstage during the performance. Prompts may be given by
the adjudicator or scribe only. Setting and striking of props etc. on and off the stage will be judged as
part of the performance, and included in the time. All props must be removed from the wings at the
end of each performance.
N.B. It is the responsibility of teachers/directors to obtain a License for Performance Rights in respect
of published plays. All royalties must be paid.
PERFORMANCE TIME
S393 Primary School Students Minimum of 10 Minutes and MAXIMUM of 15 Minutes
S394 Secondary School Students Minimum of 15 Minutes and MAXIMUM of 30 Minutes
S395 Open Age Minimum of 15 Minutes and MAXIMUM of 30 Minutes
GROUP PRESENTATION
Entry Fee: $30
Minimum of 3, maximum of 20 performers

Choice of either a short scene from a published work, group devised scene, choral speaking or a
combination of all/any on a uniting theme.
NO CURTAIN. MINIMAL PROPS.
Copy of script and cast list must be provided for the adjudicator.
Prior to the starting bell teachers will be able to assemble performers and place props in the wings.
Teachers may not remain backstage or onstage during the performance. Prompts may be given by
the adjudicator or the scribe only. Setting and striking of props etc. on and off the stage will be
judged as part of the performance, and included in the time.
All props must be removed from the wings at the end of each performance.
N.B. It is the responsibility of teachers/directors to obtain a License for Performance

Rights in respect of published plays. All royalties must be paid.
TIME LIMIT
S396 Primary School Students Minimum of 5 Minutes and MAXIMUM of 10 Minutes
S397 Open Age Minimum of 5 Minutes and MAXIMUM of 10 Minutes
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INSTRUMENTAL
SPECIAL RULES
1. An unmarked legible original (or copy in compliance with APRA/AMCOS) of the full score
(preferable) must be provided for the adjudicator in English, clearly showing the title and
composer of the piece and the nominated instrument for performance.
2. Competitors (parent or guardian in the case of a minor) are responsible for
ensuring that music registered and performed complies with General Rules and Conditions
– all categories, section requirements, copyright and time limits. Any competitor
performing a piece that does not comply with all conditions for the section entered may be
disqualified*.
3. Appropriate cuts may be made where necessary to accommodate time limits.
4. Competitors exceeding specified time limits shall be disqualified*.
5. Competitors must play with accompaniment unless the work is specifically written for an
unaccompanied instrument. Competitors must provide their own accompanist.
6. Repeats are to be omitted. Time bars and da capos, where musically appropriate are
acceptable.
INSTRUMENTAL CHAMBER ENSEMBLES SPECIAL RULES

1. Teachers must only appear on stage in the capacity as a conductor.
2. Groups must play own choice of TWO contrasting pieces from different works.
3. Competitors are responsible for ensuring that music registered and performed complies
with General Rules & Conditions – All Categories, section requirements, copyright & time limits.
4. An unmarked legible original (or copy in compliance with APRA/AMCOS) of the full score must
be provided for the adjudicator.
5. Competitors are required to register music at the registration desk before the commencement
of the section.
6. Equipment may be set up on the stage by parent helpers, however they must leave the stage
area immediately after the equipment has been positioned. Parents may not remain on the
stage, in the wings or backstage during the performance.
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INSTRUMENTAL BRASS
DATE
Sunday 1st May 2016
VENUE
The Montgomery Theatre
RSL Veterans Retirement Village
90 Veterans Parade, Collaroy Plateau
CONVENOR
Verity Powers
www.northernbeacheseisteddfod.com/instrumental
PLEASE REFER TO INSTRUMENTAL SPECIAL RULES ON PAGE 38
COPYRIGHT
Copies registered must be accompanied by the appropriate form/s. In compliance with copyright the
Eisteddfod staff must destroy copies registered.
For copyright information for Eisteddfods go to:

http://www.apraamcos.com.au/music-customers/licence-types/music-in-education/eisteddfod-licence/
To obtain the appropriate forms for music go to: http://www.apraamcos.com.au/media/5685/educational-

licensing-copyright-declaration-form.pdf
For a practical copyright guide to the use of print music in Australia, go to:

awarded.
of the Eisteddfod.
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SOLO FOR BRASS Restricted
Entry Fee: $15
Open to competitors who have never won a first prize in any Eisteddfod.
One piece, own choice.
TIME LIMIT
I001 10 years and under Test piece: any list piece Grade 2 A.M.E.B. or less. 3 Minutes
SOLO FOR BRASS

Entry Fee: $15
TIME LIMIT
I010 10 years and under 4 minutes
I014 Open Age 8 minutes
SONATA OR CONCERTO FOR BRASS

Entry Fee: $15
Own choice of one or two movements from any sonata, sonatina, or concerto.
TIME LIMIT
INSTRUMENTAL CHAMPIONSHIP – BRASS

Entry Fee: $20
Competitors must have entered and played in at least two other solo sections in this category to be
eligible.
ONE piece, own choice, must not have been played in a previous section.
TIME LIMIT
I090 12 years and under Junior Championship 5 minutes
I091 13-15 years Intermediate Championship 6 minutes
I092 16 years and over Senior Championship 8 minutes

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INSTRUMENTAL WOODWIND
DATE
Sunday 15th May 2016
VENUE
90 Veterans Parade, Collaroy Plateau, NSW
CONVENOR
Verity Powers
www.northernbeacheseisteddfod.com/instrumental
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awarded.
of the Eisteddfod.
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SOLO FOR WOODWIND Restricted
Entry Fee: $15
Open to competitors who have never won a first prize in any Eisteddfod
TIME LIMIT
1701 10 Years & Under Test Piece: any list piece Grade 2 A.M.E.B or Less 3 Minutes
SOLO FOR WOODWIND

Entry Fee: $15
TIME LIMIT
I710 10 years and under Time limit: 4 minutes
I714 Open Age Time limit: 8 minutes
SONATA OR CONCERTO FOR WOODWIND

Entry Fee: $15
Own choice of one or two movements from any sonata, sonatina or concerto.
TIME LIMIT
I723 Open Age Time limit: 8 minutes
INSTRUMENTAL CHAMPIONSHIP - WOODWIND

Entry Fee: $20
eligible.
TIME LIMIT
I790 12 years and under Junior Championship Time limit: 5 minutes
I791 13-15 years Intermediate Championship Time limit: 6 minutes
I792 16 years and over Senior Championship Time limit: 8 minutes

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INSTRUMENTAL STRINGS
DATE
Sunday 22nd May 2016
VENUE
STRINGS CONVENOR
Jan Cooper (02 9982 1147)
www.northernbeacheseisteddfod.com/intrumental
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awarded.
of the Eisteddfod.
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SOLO FOR STRINGS - GRADED RESTRICTED SECTIONS
Entry Fee: $15
Open to competitors who have never won a first prize in any Eisteddfod
Own choice, one piece.
Competitors may enter a maximum of two age groups and must present the Grade book/volume
from which their piece/s is/are chosen.
Please refer to the current year AMEB Music Syllabus Manual (not including the Manual List) and/or
Suzuki Volumes. Photocopies will not be accepted in these sections.
TIME LIMIT
I301 6 years and under Volume 1 Suzuki/Preliminary or Grade 1 AMEB 3 minutes

I302 7 years and under Volume 1 or 2 Suzuki/Preliminary or Grade 1 or 2 AMEB 3 minutes
I303 8 years and under Volume 1, 2 or 3 Suzuki/Preliminary or Grade 1, 2 or 3 AMEB 3 minutes
SOLO FOR STRINGS

Entry Fee: $15
Own choice, one piece.
TIME LIMIT
BAROQUE SOLO FOR STRINGS

Entry Fee: $15
Own choice of one piece from Baroque Period.
TIME LIMIT
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CONCERTO FOR STRINGS
Entry Fee: $15
Own choice of ONE movement from any Concerto or Concertino.
TIME LIMIT
INSTRUMENTAL CHAMPIONSHIP – STRINGS

Entry Fee: $20
eligible.
TIME LIMIT
I390 12 years and under Junior Championship 6 minutes
I391 13-15 years Intermediate Championship 7 minutes
I392 16 years and over Senior Championship 8 minutes

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INSTRUMENTAL CHAMBER ENSEMBLES*
*This Event will only take place depending on sufficient entry numbers.
PROPOSED DATES
Friday 13th May 2016
VENUE
NO EQUIPMENT WILL BE PROVIDED AT THE VENUE
CONVENOR
Verity Powers
www.northernbeacheseisteddfod.com/intrumental
PLEASE REFER TO INSTRUMENTAL GROUPS SPECIAL RULES ON PAGE 38
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SCHOOL CHAMBER ENSEMBLES
Entry Fee: $40
TIME LIMIT
I910 Primary School Chamber Ensembles (3 – 15 Players) 5 minutes

I920 High School Chamber Ensembles (3 – 15 Players) 8 minutes
1st Prizes
Primary School ................................ $150
High School .................................... $150
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VOCAL
Classical - Contemporary - Choral
DATES
Sunday’s 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th May 2016
School Choral Groups: Thursday 26th May 2016
CONVENOR
Lee Whyte
www.northernbeacheseisteddfod.com/vocal
VENUES
Classical Vocal (Junior/Senior) Cromer Community Church, 22 Carrington Avenue, Cromer
Contemporary Popular Vocal Pittwater RSL, 82 Mona Vale Road, Mona Vale
School Choral Sections Dee Why RSL, 932 Pittwater Road, Dee Why
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VOCAL
SPECIAL RULES
Classical Vocal Special Rules

1. An unmarked legible original (or copy in compliance with APRA/AMCOS) must be provided for the
adjudicator, clearly showing the title and composer of the piece.
2. Competitors (parent or guardian in the case of a minor) are responsible for ensuring that
music registered and performed complies with General Rules and Conditions – all categories,
section requirements, copyright and time limits. Any competitor performing a piece that does not
comply with all conditions for the section entered may be disqualified*.
3. Appropriate cuts may be made where necessary to accommodate time limits.
4. Competitors exceeding specified time limits may be disqualified*.
5. Please contact official accompanist if required in plenty of time to organize a rehearsal. CD
backing tracks are not permitted in Classical Vocal Sections.
Contemporary Popular Vocal Special Rules

1. Competitors may use a backing CD or keyboard or any other accompaniment including self-
accompaniment.
2. All CDs must be labelled with competitor’s name, section number and competitor number.
3. Printed music for the adjudicator is not required.
4. Vocals are not allowed on backing CDs.
5. Microphones will be available and microphone skills assessed.
6. Competitors (parent or guardian in the case of a minor) are responsible for ensuring that music
registered and performed complies with General Rules and Conditions – all categories, section
requirements, copyright and time limits. Any competitor performing a piece that does not comply
with all conditions for the section entered may be disqualified*.
7. NO KEYBOARD will be available. Please bring your own keyboard if it is required.
School Choral Special Rules

1. School choirs are to be of not less than 20 voices.
2. Choirs must sing OWN CHOICE of TWO CONTRASTING pieces.
3. CD backing tracks are not permitted in School Choral Sections. If help is needed with an
accompanist, please contact the Convenor.
4. Competitors are responsible for ensuring that music registered and performed complies with
General Rules and Conditions – all categories, section requirements, copyright and time limits.
5. An unmarked legible original (or copy in compliance with APRA/AMCOS) must be provided for the
adjudicator.
6. Competitors are required to register music at the registration desk in the main Auditorium.
*Disqualified competitors will receive adjudicator’s comments only, no marks will be awarded.
The use of cameras, video cameras and recording devices is prohibited during all sections of the Eisteddfod.
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CLASSICAL VOCAL - Junior Section
DATES
Sunday 8th & 22nd May 2016
CONVENOR
Lee Whyte
VENUE
Cromer Community Church, 22 Carrington Avenue, Cromer
ADJUDICATOR
Nadine Manion
OFFICIAL ACCOMPANIST (Junior Sections):

Lee Whyte
Phone: 9982 4673
Email: leewmusic@yahoo.com.au
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VOCAL SOLO
Entry Fee: $15
A classical song
TIME LIMIT
V201 10 years and under 3 minutes
MUSICAL THEATRE
Entry Fee: $15
A song from a musical or movie. Performance in costume.
TIME LIMIT
SACRED SOLO, HYMN or CAROL

Entry Fee: $15
TIME LIMIT
JUNIOR DUET
Entry Fee: $20
TIME LIMIT
V290 Junior 3 minutes
JUNIOR CHAMPIONSHIP
Entry Fee: $20
First Prize: $300
Rules
1. Competitors must enter and perform in at least two other Classical solo sections, to be
eligible to compete in the Junior Championship.
2. Competitors to sing one new song in the Championship.
TIME LIMIT
V300 Junior Championship 16 years and under 3 minutes
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CLASSICAL VOCAL - Senior Sections
DATE
Sunday 8th May 2016
CONVENOR
Lee Whyte
VENUE
Cromer Community Church, 22 Carrington Avenue, Cromer
ADJUDICATOR
Nadine Manion
PLEASE NOTE: An official accompanist will NOT be available
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ARIA
Entry Fee: $20
From Opera or Oratorio or Cantata or Mass
First Prize $100
TIME LIMIT
V258 17 years and over 4 minutes
ART SONG of any country

Entry Fee: $20
First Prize $100
TIME LIMIT
MUSICAL THEATRE
Entry Fee: $20
May be from stage, movie, operetta or Gilbert & Sullivan. Costume preferred
First Prize $100
TIME LIMIT
SENIOR CHAMPIONSHIP
Entry Fee: $20
First Prize: $400
Rules
1. Competitors must enter and perform in at least two other Classical solo sections, to be
eligible to compete in the Championship.
2. Competitors to sing one new song in the Championship
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CONTEMPORARY POPULAR VOCAL
DATES
Sunday 1st, 15th, 29th May 2016
CONVENOR
Lee Whyte
VENUE
Pittwater RSL 82 Mona Vale Road, Mona Vale NSW

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MUSIC THEATRE
Entry Fee: $15
Will be adjudicated on the combined effect of singing, acting, stagecraft and costume. A song in
costume from any musical, stage or screen.
TIME LIMIT
V510 9 Years & Under 4 Minutes
V511 10 Years 4 Minutes
V518 17 Years & Over 4 Minutes
CONTEMPORARY SOLO
Entry Fee: $15
(Excludes Musical Theatre). Contemporary Song of Own Choice.
TIME LIMIT
V520 9 Years & Under 4 Minutes
V528 17 Years & Over 4 Minutes
CHAMPIONSHIP
Entry Fee: $20
1st Prizes: Junior $250 Intermediate $300 Senior $400
TIME LIMIT
V595 11 Years & Under Junior 4 Minutes
V596 12 – 14 Years Intermediate 4 Minutes
V597 15 Years & Over Senior 4 Minutes
Rules
1. Competitors in All Championships must enter and perform in the two other sections from
Contemporary Vocal.
2. Competitors must sing one new song in the Championship.
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SCHOOL CHORAL SECTIONS
DATE
Thursday 26th May 2016
CONVENOR
Lee Whyte
ADJUDICATOR
Danny Benn
VENUE
Dee Why RSL
932 Pittwater Road, Dee Why, NSW, 2099
Please enter from Clarence Avenue
First Prize all Sections $200
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SCHOOL CHOIRS
Entry Fee: $50
TIME LIMIT
V901 Infants School Choir 7 Minutes
V902 Primary School Choir 7 Minutes
V903 Secondary School Choir 8 Minutes
ACAPELLA CHAMBER CHOIR

Entry Fee: $50
No fewer than 10 voices. Two pieces to be performed
TIME LIMIT
V910 Acapella Chamber Choir 8 Minutes
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NORTHERN BEACHES

ENTRY CLOSING DATE: 1st MARCH 2016*

President: Verity Powers Ballet Convenor: Amanda Nolan

Member for Mackellar: Hon. Bronwyn Bishop

Email: ..................................................................... northernbeacheseisteddfod@gmail.com

ENTERING THE EISTEDDFOD ...................................................................... 3

PRIVACY STATEMENT ................................................................................. 4

SCHOLARSHIPS & OTHER MAJOR AWARDS.............................................. 5

GENERAL RULES & CONDITIONS ALL CATEGORIES.................................. 8

BALLET & DANCE SPECIAL RULES ........................................................... 11

SPEECH & DRAMA ..................................................................................... 25

INSTRUMENTAL BRASS ............................................................................ 38

INSTRUMENTAL WOODWIND .................................................................... 40

INSTRUMENTAL STRINGS ......................................................................... 42

INSTRUMENTAL CHAMBER ENSEMBLES ................................................. 45

CLASSICAL VOCAL JUNIOR ...................................................................... 49

CLASSICAL VOCAL SENIOR ...................................................................... 51

CONTEMPORARY POPULAR VOCAL ........................................................ 53

SCHOOL CHORAL SECTIONS ................................................................... 55

ENTRY CLOSING DATE

1ST MARCH 2016

Please visit our website to enter in this years Eisteddfod.

Postal Entries must be sent to:

BALLET & DANCE

Adjudicator’s Encouragement Awards

INSTRUMENTAL – Brass, Strings, Woodwind & Chamber Ensembles

VOCAL - School Choirs

☐ Trophies (2nd, 3rd Place) $25

Business Name: .............................................................................................................

Sponsor’s Contact Name: .............................................................................................................

Postal Address: .............................................................................................................

Phone Number: .................................................. Date: ................................

*Disqualified competitors will receive adjudicator’s comments only; no marks will be

4. Adjudication only will occur in the following instances. Where:

6. Re Music CD’s - Please ensure that:

7. DANCE COMPETITORS PLEASE NOTE: Competitors are required to be attired in costumes

4. Time limit up to three (3) minutes maximum.

6. Classical Scholarship - female competitors must wear a short tutu.

7. No previous winner may re-enter.

8. No reports will be issued.

9. The Adjudicator’s decision will be final.

10. No protests will be accepted.

Solo’s, Duos, Trios & Quartets: ...................................................................................................... TBA

Stage Covering: ........................................................................................ Performance Quality Tarkett

*Disqualified competitors will receive adjudicator’s comments only. No marks will be

TO AVOID DISQUALIFICATION AND/OR PENALTIES:

CLASSICAL BALLET SOLO - RESTRICTED

DEMI – CHARACTER SOLO – OPEN

CLASSICAL BALLET - DUO, TRIO, QUARTET

Peasant Pas 2nd Solo Flower Festival

Peasant Pas 1st Solo All Shades Variations

DEMI-CHARACTER or NATIONAL CHARACTER DUO, TRIO, QUARTET

CLASSICAL BALLET GROUP

CLASSICAL BALLET SCHOLARSHIP

Solo’s, Duo’s & Trio’s Dance Groups

*Disqualified competitors will receive adjudicator’s comments only. No marks will be

TO AVOID DISQUALIFICATION AND/OR PENALTIES:

MODERN EXPRESSIVE/LYRICAL SOLO – OPEN

CONTEMPORARY SOLO – RESTRICTED

JAZZ/MUSICAL COMEDY SOLO – RESTRICTED

JAZZ/MUSICAL COMEDY SOLO – OPEN

HIP HOP/FUNK - SOLO

SONG & DANCE SOLO