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SUMMARY:Solo Piano – [Section 22] Classical Piano Solo (Grades 5-8)
DESCRIPTION:Event Name: Classical Piano Solo (Grades 5-8)\nLocation: Southern Cross Burwood – Recording Studio\nSection Number: 22 \nGrade Information:\nThe following participation guidelines are specific to Piano Solos. It is important to enter the appropriate section according to the student’s age and grade. For the purpose of this Eisteddfod\, age levels are based on the age they are as of 1st January 2026. \nPlease be advised these sections are based first on grade\, then age. For example if a section comprises students in Grade 3 between ages 10-13\, they are considered to be of the same playing standard and may compete together. The Eisteddfod Team will endeavour to group similar ages together where possible. \nEisteddfod grades are based upon grade levels of the Australian Music Examinations Board (A.M.E.B.). Performers may select their grade level from Grade 1 – A.Mus.A./L.Mus.A. \nSection Guidelines:\nTime stipulations – performances must not exceed:\nGrade 5: 4 minutes\nGrade 6-8: 5 minutes \n1 piece or 1 movement from a piece only to be performed. \nRepertoire must be selected from the appropriate genre for the section.\nThe repertoire of this section is based on the style of the music rather than the period in which it was written. If you have any questions about a piece of music feel free to email the Eisteddfod Team via the Contact Us tab. \nStudents will be given up to 1 minute at the piano to set themselves for their performance. \nEntrants may be asked to announce the name of their piece prior to commencing the performance. \nPage-turners are permitted. \nEntrants must bring their own additional equipment if required (eg. pedal extender). \nProvided Equipment:\nGrand Piano and Piano Stool \nJudging Criteria:\n\nTechnical fluency and facility.\nRhythm\, timing\, overall structure.\nSolo performance awareness and communication.\nStylistic awareness and appropriate stylistic choices for the appropriate section/genre.\nDynamics and articulation.\n\nImmediate Point Deductions:\n\n2 point deduction per 20 seconds over time.
URL:https://eisteddfod.syd.catholic.edu.au/event/solo-piano-classical-piano-solo-grades-5-8-10-04-2026/
LOCATION:Southern Cross Catholic College Burwood\, Southern Cross Catholic College\, 17 Comer St\, Burwood\, NSW\, 2134
CATEGORIES:Piano Solos
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SUMMARY:Solo Piano – [Section 23] Piano Recital
DESCRIPTION:Event Name: Piano Recital\nLocation: Southern Cross Burwood – Recording Studio\nSection Number: 23 \nGrade Information:\nEisteddfod grades are based upon grade levels of the Australian Music Examinations Board (A.M.E.B.). \nSection Guidelines:\nTime stipulations – including breaks between pieces\, performances must not exceed:\n8 minutes – total time from first note played\nPerformances will be stopped at 1 minute over time. \nStudents must play 2 or more pieces\, no more than one movement from a single work\, within this time. \nOnly students who are at A.Mus.A. or L.Mus.A. level may participate in this section. \nThe pieces chosen must show contrast in style and period. \nThe repertoire chosen for performance MUST be taken from A.Mus.A\, L.Mus.A or above levels in the A.M.E.B. Syllabus or equivalent. Pieces MUST be submitted with the relevant syllabus and level indicated. \nProvided Equipment:\nGrand Piano and Piano Stool \nJudging Criteria:\n\nTechnical fluency and facility\nRhythm and timing\nSolo performance awareness and communication\nStylistic awareness and appropriate stylistic choices\nDynamics and articulation\nRepertoire is equivalent to A.Mus.A\, L.Mus.A level or above\nTwo contrasting pieces are performed\n\nImmediate Point Deductions:\n\n2 point deduction per 20 seconds over time
URL:https://eisteddfod.syd.catholic.edu.au/event/solo-piano-piano-recital-missing-date/
LOCATION:Southern Cross Catholic College Burwood\, Southern Cross Catholic College\, 17 Comer St\, Burwood\, NSW\, 2134
CATEGORIES:Piano Solos
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SUMMARY:Solo Dance - [Section 49] Classical Ballet Dance Solo
DESCRIPTION:Event Name: Classical Ballet Dance Solo\nLocation: Southern Cross Burwood – Auditorium\nSection Number: 49 \nSection Guidelines:\nTime stipulations – performances must not exceed:\nYears 3-12 (ages 7 – 18): 3 minutes\nPerformances will be stopped at 1 minute over time \n1 piece only to be performed. \nDance solos and ensembles may be performed with or without accompaniment. Accompaniment must be provided in the way of a backing track. No live accompaniment is permitted\, unless this has been previously arranged with Eisteddfod organisers. \nPerformance music must contain appropriate themes and lyrics for the age and stage of the performer/s\, in line with the mission\, vision and values of SCS. \nMusic must not contain swearing or slurs. \nAll music and dance movements are to be congruent with the Catholic ethos of the system. \nCostuming is an optional requirement but MUST adhere to appropriate modesty standards for the age. Costumes must preserve the dignity of the performer. No midriff or cut away tops. High cut costumes (cut out from the leg to the waist) are not acceptable for any individual or group. \nWork is to be original. It cannot be a copy of an established dance. \nJudging Criteria:\n\nTechnique appropriate to the dance style\nChoreography Quality\nPerformance Quality (expression\, execution and confidence)\nUse of Dance Elements appropriate to style (SPACE\, TIMING\, DYNAMICS)\nOverall Presentation (musical accompaniment\, entertainment value\, spatial awareness)\nCreativity and Originality\n\nOriginality of movement and choreography.\nDemonstrates innovative and creative use of space\, music\, and emotions.\n\n\nTechnique and Skill\n\nExecution of dance techniques (e.g.\, jumps\, turn out\, extensions\, footwork positioning) with precision.\nMastery of various dance styles and genres.\nControl\, balance\, fluidity and strength of movements.\n\n\nMusicality\n\nAlignment with the music’s rhythm\, tempo\, and dynamics. Interpretation of the music through movement.\nAbility to capture the essence of the music and convey it to the audience.\n\n\nExpressiveness and Emotion\n\nAbility to convey a story\, message\, or emotion through dance.\nConnection with the audience through facial expressions and body language.\nDepth of emotional engagement and authenticity.\n\n\nStage Presence\n\nConfidence and charisma on stage.\nEffective use of the stage space.\nEngagement with the audience and judges.\n\n\nTransitions and Flow\n\nSmooth and seamless transitions between movements and sequences.\nConsistency in maintaining the flow of the dance.\nAvoidance of awkward pauses or disruptions.\n\n\nCostume and Presentation\n\nAppropriate costume choice that complements the dance.\nOverall presentation\, including grooming and stage presence.\nAttention to detail in costume and appearance.\n\n\nImprovisational Skills\n\nAbility to adapt and respond to changes in the music or environment.\nCreativity in incorporating unexpected elements into the dance.\nAttention to creative transitions between movements\, styles or emotional states.\n\n\n\nImmediate Point Deductions:\n\n2 point deduction per 10 seconds over time.\n2 point deduction for inappropriate costume (midriff\, cut away\, high cut).\n100% deduction if the backing track contains slurs or swearing.
URL:https://eisteddfod.syd.catholic.edu.au/event/solo-dance-classical-ballet-dance-solo-09-04-2026/
LOCATION:Southern Cross Catholic College Burwood\, Southern Cross Catholic College\, 17 Comer St\, Burwood\, NSW\, 2134
CATEGORIES:Dance Solos
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SUMMARY:Solo Dance - [Section 51] Improvised Dance Solo
DESCRIPTION:Event Name: Improvised Dance Solo\nLocation: Southern Cross Burwood – Auditorium\nSection Number: 51 \nInformation for Scheduling:\nCompulsory Pre-Workshop: Held 30–45 minutes prior to the section. Dancers will gather in a designated rehearsal space with the guest facilitator or adjudicator. Dancers will be given a short break between the workshop and performance to rest and prepare. When entering this section\, please factor in that your call time in the Schedule will include this workshop\, so the time required onsite is longer than a arriving for a standard section. \nSection Guidelines:\nTime stipulations – performances must not exceed:\nYears 9-12 (ages 14 – 18): 2 minutes\nPerformances will be stopped at 1 minute over time \n1 piece only to be performed. \nThis section evaluates a dancer’s spontaneous movement creation\, adaptability\, and immediate artistic interpretation. Dancers will perform an unchoreographed solo in response to a stimulus revealed during a compulsory pre-performance workshop. \nDance solos and ensembles may be performed with or without accompaniment. Accompaniment must be provided in the way of a backing track. No live accompaniment is permitted\, unless this has been previously arranged with Eisteddfod organisers. \nPerformance music must contain appropriate themes and lyrics for the age and stage of the performer/s\, in line with the mission\, vision and values of SCS. \nMusic must not contain swearing or slurs. \nAll music and dance movements are to be congruent with the Catholic ethos of the system. \nCostuming is an optional requirement but MUST adhere to appropriate modesty standards for the age. Costumes must preserve the dignity of the performer. No midriff or cut away tops. High cut costumes (cut out from the leg to the waist) are not acceptable for any individual or group. \nWork is to be original. It cannot be a copy of an established dance. \nJudging Criteria:\n\nTechnique appropriate to the dance style\nChoreography Quality\nPerformance Quality (expression\, execution and confidence)\nUse of Dance Elements appropriate to style (SPACE\, TIMING\, DYNAMICS)\nOverall Presentation (musical accompaniment\, entertainment value\, spatial awareness)\nCreativity and Originality\n\nOriginality of movement and choreography.\nDemonstrates innovative and creative use of space\, music\, and emotions.\n\n\nTechnique and Skill\n\nExecution of dance techniques (e.g.\, articulation\, rhythm\, weight control) with precision.\nMastery of various dance styles and genres.\nControl\, balance\, fluidity and strength of movements.\n\n\nMusicality\n\nAlignment with the music’s rhythm\, tempo\, and dynamics. Interpretation of the music through movement.\nAbility to capture the essence of the music and convey it to the audience.\n\n\nExpressiveness and Emotion\n\nAbility to convey a story\, message\, or emotion through dance.\nConnection with the audience through facial expressions and body language.\nDepth of emotional engagement and authenticity.\n\n\nStage Presence\n\nConfidence and charisma on stage.\nEffective use of the stage space.\nEngagement with the audience and judges.\n\n\nTransitions and Flow\n\nSmooth and seamless transitions between movements and sequences.\nConsistency in maintaining the flow of the dance.\nAvoidance of awkward pauses or disruptions.\n\n\nCostume and Presentation\n\nAppropriate costume choice that complements the dance.\nOverall presentation\, including grooming and stage presence.\nAttention to detail in costume and appearance.\n\n\nImprovisational Skills\n\nAbility to adapt and respond to changes in the music or environment.\nCreativity in incorporating unexpected elements into the dance.\nAttention to creative transitions between movements\, styles or emotional states.\n\n\n\nImmediate Point Deductions:\n\n2 point deduction per 10 seconds over time.\n2 point deduction for inappropriate costume (midriff\, cut away\, high cut).\n2 point deduction for additional Tap sounds in Tap backing tracks\n100% deduction if the backing track contains slurs or swearing.
URL:https://eisteddfod.syd.catholic.edu.au/event/solo-dance-tap-dance-solo-10-04-2026/
LOCATION:Southern Cross Catholic College Burwood\, Southern Cross Catholic College\, 17 Comer St\, Burwood\, NSW\, 2134
CATEGORIES:Dance Solos
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SUMMARY:Solo Dance - [Section 47] Lyrical Contemporary Dance Solo - Secondary
DESCRIPTION:Event Name: Lyrical Contemporary Dance Solo\nLocation: Southern Cross Burwood – Auditorium\nSection Number: 47 \n  \nSection Guidelines:\nTime stipulations – performances must not exceed:\nYears 3-12 (ages 7 – 18): 3 minutes\nPerformances will be stopped at 1 minute over time \n1 piece only to be performed. \nDance solos and ensembles may be performed with or without accompaniment. Accompaniment must be provided in the way of a backing track. No live accompaniment is permitted\, unless this has been previously arranged with Eisteddfod organisers. \nPerformance music must contain appropriate themes and lyrics for the age and stage of the performer/s\, in line with the mission\, vision and values of SCS. \nMusic must not contain swearing or slurs. \nAll music and dance movements are to be congruent with the Catholic ethos of the system. \nCostuming is an optional requirement but MUST adhere to appropriate modesty standards for the age. Costumes must preserve the dignity of the performer. No midriff or cut away tops. High cut costumes (cut out from the leg to the waist) are not acceptable for any individual or group. \nWork is to be original. It cannot be a copy of an established dance. \nSection Specific Guidelines:\nTime stipulations – performances must not exceed:\nYears 3-12 (ages 7 – 18): 3 minutes\nPerformances will be stopped at 1 minute over time \nJudging Criteria:\n\nTechnique appropriate to the dance style\nChoreography Quality\nPerformance Quality (expression\, execution and confidence)\nUse of Dance Elements appropriate to style (SPACE\, TIMING\, DYNAMICS)\nOverall Presentation (musical accompaniment\, entertainment value\, spatial awareness)\nCreativity and Originality\n\nOriginality of movement and choreography.\nDemonstrates innovative and creative use of space\, music\, and emotions.\n\n\nTechnique and Skill\n\nExecution of dance techniques (e.g.\, leaps\, turns\, extensions\, contraction\, release) with precision.\nMastery of various dance styles and genres.\nControl\, balance\, fluidity and strength of movements.\n\n\nMusicality\n\nAlignment with the music’s rhythm\, tempo\, and dynamics. Interpretation of the music through movement.\nAbility to capture the essence of the music and convey it to the audience.\n\n\nExpressiveness and Emotion\n\nAbility to convey a story\, message\, or emotion through dance.\nConnection with the audience through facial expressions and body language.\nDepth of emotional engagement and authenticity.\n\n\nStage Presence\n\nConfidence and charisma on stage.\nEffective use of the stage space.\nEngagement with the audience and judges.\n\n\nTransitions and Flow\n\nSmooth and seamless transitions between movements and sequences.\nConsistency in maintaining the flow of the dance.\nAvoidance of awkward pauses or disruptions.\n\n\nCostume and Presentation\n\nAppropriate costume choice that complements the dance.\nOverall presentation\, including grooming and stage presence.\nAttention to detail in costume and appearance.\n\n\nImprovisational Skills\n\nAbility to adapt and respond to changes in the music or environment.\nCreativity in incorporating unexpected elements into the dance.\nAttention to creative transitions between movements\, styles or emotional states.\n\n\n\nImmediate Point Deductions:\n\n2 point deduction per 10 seconds over time.\n2 point deduction for inappropriate costume (midriff\, cut away\, high cut).\n100% deduction if the backing track contains slurs or swearing.
URL:https://eisteddfod.syd.catholic.edu.au/event/solo-dance-section-47-lyrical-contemporary-dance-solo-secondary/
LOCATION:Southern Cross Catholic College Burwood\, Southern Cross Catholic College\, 17 Comer St\, Burwood\, NSW\, 2134
CATEGORIES:Dance Solos
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