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SUMMARY:Solo Instrumental - [Section 15] String Solo
DESCRIPTION:Event Name: String Solo\nLocation: Southern Cross Catholic College Burwood – Recording Studio\nSection Number: 15 \nGrade Information:\nPlease be advised these sections are based first on grade\, then age. For example\, if a section comprises students playing Grade 3 music\, 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 – Grade 8. When selecting your Grade (if you do not play traditional grade exams)\, it can often be found on the music or you can search online for the difficulty of the piece. If you are having trouble determining the Grade of the music\, please feel free to contact the Eisteddfod Team for assistance. \nSection Guidelines:\nTime limits must not exceed stipulated section time limits:\nGrade 1-4: 3 mins\nGrade 5-8: 5 mins\nPerformance will be stopped at 1 minute after time. \n1 piece or 1 movement from a piece only to be performed. \nFor ALL instrumental sections\, an accompaniment (live or recorded) MUST be provided\, unless the piece was written intentionally to be performed unaccompanied. \nAccompaniment may be provided by a backing track or by a live accompanist. Performers must provide their own piano/instrumental accompanist or backing track. \nBacking tracks must be instrumental harmonic tracks only with no melodic line. \nThe repertoire is to be appropriate to all audiences\, and should be aligned with SCS’ mission\, vision and values. \nProvided Equipment:\nMusic Stands & Chairs \nGrand Piano or Weighted Keys (subject to availability) \nPerformers/schools WILL supply any further amplification or effects required i.e. distortion pedal\, and must advise of any additional amplification/effects to be used in their performance as part of their registration. \nJudging Criteria:\n\nTechnical fluency and facility\nIntonation\nRhythm\nSolo performance expression\nDynamics and articulation appropriate to style\nSolo awareness\, communication with accompanist/familiarity with backing track\n\nImmediate Point Deductions:\n\n2 point deduction per 20 seconds over time.\n2 point deduction for a teacher or adult playing accompaniment that is more a part than accompaniment.\n2 point deduction for lyrics and themes that are not G-rated\n100% points deduction for any explicit language on a backing track\, and no places will be awarded\, only written feedback given by the adjudicator.
URL:https://eisteddfod.syd.catholic.edu.au/event/solo-instrumental-string-solo-13-04-2026/
LOCATION:Southern Cross Catholic College Burwood\, Southern Cross Catholic College\, 17 Comer St\, Burwood\, NSW\, 2134
CATEGORIES:Instrumental Solos
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270416
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270417
DTSTAMP:20261022T095316Z
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SUMMARY:Solo Instrumental - [Section 9] Classical Instrumental Duo | Trio | Quartet        BONUS
DESCRIPTION:Event Name: Classical Instrumental Duo/Trio/Quartet\nLocation: Southern Cross Catholic College Burwood – Recording Studio\nSection Number: 9 \nGrade Information:\nPlease be advised these sections are based first on grade\, then age. For example\, if a section comprises students playing Grade 3 music\, 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 – Grade 8. When selecting your Grade (if you do not play traditional grade exams)\, it can often be found on the music or you can search online for the difficulty of the piece. If you are having trouble determining the Grade of the music\, please feel free to contact the Eisteddfod Team for assistance. \nSection Guidelines:\nTime limits must not exceed stipulated section time limits:\nGrade 1 – Grade 4: 3 minutes\nGrade 5 – Grade 8: 5 minutes \n1 piece or 1 movement from a piece only to be performed. \nInstrumentation should consist of any standard orchestral instruments. Any entry containing one standard orchestral instrument and one or more contemporary instruments must be entered in Section 10. \nPiano may be used in these sections but the piano must play a distinct part and not accompany another instrument. If music is not provided adjudicators will only be able to judge what they can hear. \nStudents in this section must adhere to the same grading guidelines as solo performers. Performers in a single Duo\, Trio or Quartet entry may be of different Grades\, but will be programmed based on the highest Grade level between a group’s performers entrants. \nEach entrant in this section must be entered individually by a parent or guardian. Within that registration\, each other performer’s name must be listed to corroborate entries. \n***Please note\, this is not a Vocal Section – entrants should not sing in this section*** \nTeachers are not permitted to perform in any Duo/Trio/Quartet Section except as an accompanist. \nPerformers/schools must provide their own piano/instrumental accompanist. Accompaniment may be provided by a backing track or by a live accompanist. For ALL instrumental sections\, an accompaniment (live or recorded) MUST be provided\, unless the piece was written intentionally to be performed unaccompanied. \nBacking tracks must be instrumental harmonic tracks only with no melodic or vocal line. See General Participation Guidelines for backing track submission requirements. \nThe repertoire is to be appropriate to all audiences\, and should be aligned with SCS’ mission\, vision and values \nProvided Equipment:\nMusic Stands & Chairs \nGrand Piano or Weighted Keys (subject to availability) \nPerformers must advise of any additional amplification/effects to be used in their performance as part of their registration. \nPerformers WILL supply any further amplification or effects required i.e. distortion pedal\, and must advise of any additional amplification/effects to be used in their performance as part of their registration. \nJudging Criteria:\n\nTechnical fluency and facility\nIntonation\nRhythm\nSolo performance expression\nEnsemble awareness including communication with accompanist / other performer / familiarity with backing track\nDynamics and articulation appropriate to style\nSolo awareness\, communication with accompanist/familiarity with backing track\n\nImmediate Point Deductions:\n\n2 point deduction per 20 seconds over time.\n2 point deduction for a teacher or adult playing accompaniment that is more a part than accompaniment.\n100% points deduction for any explicit language on a backing track\, and no places will be awarded\, only written feedback given by the adjudicator.
URL:https://eisteddfod.syd.catholic.edu.au/event/solo-instrumental-classical-instrumental-duo-trio-quartet-13-04-2026/
LOCATION:Southern Cross Catholic College Burwood\, Southern Cross Catholic College\, 17 Comer St\, Burwood\, NSW\, 2134
CATEGORIES:Instrumental Solos
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270416
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270417
DTSTAMP:20261022T095640Z
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SUMMARY:Solo Instrumental - [Section 10] Contemporary Instrumental Duet
DESCRIPTION:Event Name: Contemporary Instrumental Duet\nLocation: Southern Cross Catholic College Burwood – Auditorium\nSection Number: 10 \nGrade Information:\nPlease be advised these sections are based first on grade\, then age. For example\, if a section comprises students playing Grade 3 music\, 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 – Grade 8. When selecting your Grade (if you do not play traditional grade exams)\, it can often be found on the music or you can search online for the difficulty of the piece. If you are having trouble determining the Grade of the music\, please feel free to contact the Eisteddfod Team for assistance. \nSection Guidelines:\nTime limits must not exceed stipulated section time limits:\nGrade 1 – Grade 4: 3 minutes\nGrade 5 – Grade 8: 5 minutes \n1 piece or 1 movement from a piece only to be performed. \nInstrumentation should consist of any contemporary or electronic instruments\, and any instrument used in contemporary music (including pop\, rock\, jazz and cultural instruments). This section may include one standard orchestral instrument but the repertoire should remain contemporary. \nPiano may be used in these sections but the piano must play a distinct part and not accompany another instrument. If music is not provided adjudicators will only be able to judge what they can hear. \nStudents in this section must adhere to the same grading guidelines as solo performers. Performers in a single Duo entry may be of different Grades\, but will be programmed based on the highest Grade level between entrants. \nEach entrant in this section must be entered individually by a parent or guardian. Within that registration\, the other performer’s name must be listed to corroborate entries. \n***Please note\, this is not a Vocal Section – entrants should not sing in this section*** \nTeachers are not permitted to perform in any Duo/Trio/Quartet Section except as an accompanist. \nPerformers must provide their own piano/instrumental accompanist. Accompaniment may be provided by a backing track or by a live accompanist. For ALL instrumental sections\, an accompaniment (live or recorded) MUST be provided\, unless the piece was written intentionally to be performed unaccompanied. \nBacking tracks must be instrumental harmonic tracks only with no melodic or vocal line. \nEntrants will have sound check time of two minutes allocated for amplified instruments. \nThe repertoire is to be appropriate to all audiences\, and should be aligned with SCS’ mission\, vision and values. \nProvided Equipment:\nMusic Stands & Chairs \n1 Guitar amp \n1 Bass amp \nDirect Input for acoustic guitars \n1 Standard Drum Kit \nGrand Piano\, Weighted Keys or Keyboard (subject to availability) \nPerformers must advise of any additional amplification/effects to be used in their performance as part of their registration. \nPerformers WILL supply any further amplification or effects required i.e. distortion pedal\, and must advise of any additional amplification/effects to be used in their performance as part of their registration. \n  \nJudging Criteria:\n\nTechnical fluency and facility\nIntonation\nRhythm\nSolo performance expression\nEnsemble awareness including communication with accompanist / other performer / familiarity with backing track\nDynamics and articulation appropriate to style\nSolo awareness\, communication with accompanist/familiarity with backing track\n\nImmediate Point Deductions:\n\n2 point deduction per 20 seconds over time.\n2 point deduction for a teacher or adult playing accompaniment that is more a part than accompaniment.\n2 point deduction for lyrics and themes that are not G-rated\n100% points deduction for any explicit language on a backing track\, and no places will be awarded\, only written feedback given by the adjudicator.
URL:https://eisteddfod.syd.catholic.edu.au/event/solo-instrumental-contemporary-instrumental-duet-13-04-2026/
LOCATION:Southern Cross Catholic College Burwood\, Southern Cross Catholic College\, 17 Comer St\, Burwood\, NSW\, 2134
CATEGORIES:Instrumental Solos
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SUMMARY:Solo Instrumental - [Section 13] Acoustic Guitar Solo
DESCRIPTION:Event Name: Acoustic Guitar Solo\nLocation: Southern Cross Catholic College Burwood – Auditorium\nSection Number: 13 \nGrade Information:\nPlease be advised these sections are based first on grade\, then age. For example\, if a section comprises students playing Grade 3 music\, 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 – Grade 8. When selecting your Grade (if you do not play traditional grade exams)\, it can often be found on the music or you can search online for the difficulty of the piece. If you are having trouble determining the Grade of the music\, please feel free to contact the Eisteddfod Team for assistance. \nSection Guidelines:\nTime limits must not exceed stipulated section time limits:\nGrade 1-4: 3 mins\nGrade 5-8: 5 mins\nPerformance will be stopped at 1 minute after time.\n \n1 piece or 1 movement from a piece only to be performed. \nFor ALL instrumental sections\, an accompaniment (live or recorded) MUST be provided\, unless the piece was written intentionally to be performed unaccompanied. \nAccompaniment may be provided by a backing track or by a live accompanist. Performers must provide their own piano/instrumental accompanist or backing track. \nBacking tracks must be instrumental harmonic tracks only with no melodic line. \nThe repertoire is to be appropriate to all audiences\, and should be aligned with SCS’ mission\, vision and values. \n***Please note\, this is not a Vocal Section – entrants should not sing in this section*** \nProvided Equipment:\nMusic Stands & Chairs \n1 Guitar amp | Direct Input for acoustic guitars | Mic with stand \nGrand Piano or Weighted Keys (subject to availability) \nPerformers/schools WILL supply any further amplification or effects required i.e. distortion pedal\, and must advise of any additional amplification/effects to be used in their performance as part of their registration. \nJudging Criteria:\n\nTechnical fluency and facility\nIntonation\nRhythm\nSolo performance expression\nDynamics and articulation appropriate to style\nSolo awareness\, communication with accompanist/familiarity with backing track\n\nImmediate Point Deductions:\n\n2 point deduction per 20 seconds over time.\n2 point deduction for a teacher or adult playing accompaniment that is more a part than accompaniment.\n2 point deduction for lyrics and themes that are not G-rated\n100% points deduction for any explicit language on a backing track\, and no places will be awarded\, only written feedback given by the adjudicator.
URL:https://eisteddfod.syd.catholic.edu.au/event/solo-instrumental-acoustic-guitar-solo-13-04-2026/
LOCATION:Southern Cross Catholic College Burwood\, Southern Cross Catholic College\, 17 Comer St\, Burwood\, NSW\, 2134
CATEGORIES:Instrumental Solos
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270416
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270417
DTSTAMP:20261022T095810Z
CREATED:20251121T042221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261022T095810Z
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SUMMARY:Solo Instrumental - [Section 14] Electric Guitar Solo
DESCRIPTION:Event Name: Electric Guitar Solo\nLocation: Southern Cross Catholic College Burwood – Auditorium\nSection Number: 14 \nGrade Information:\nPlease be advised these sections are based first on grade\, then age. For example\, if a section comprises students playing Grade 3 music\, 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 – Grade 8. When selecting your Grade (if you do not play traditional grade exams)\, it can often be found on the music or you can search online for the difficulty of the piece. If you are having trouble determining the Grade of the music\, please feel free to contact the Eisteddfod Team for assistance. \nSection Guidelines:\nTime limits must not exceed stipulated section time limits:\nGrade 1-4: 3 mins\nGrade 5-8: 5 mins\nPerformance will be stopped at 1 minute after time. \n1 piece or 1 movement from a piece only to be performed. \nFor ALL instrumental sections\, an accompaniment (live or recorded) MUST be provided\, unless the piece was written intentionally to be performed unaccompanied. \nAccompaniment may be provided by a backing track or by a live accompanist. Performers must provide their own piano/instrumental accompanist or backing track. \nBacking tracks must be instrumental harmonic tracks only with no melodic line. \nEntrants will have sound check time of two minutes allocated for amplified instruments to check levels of instrument and backing track. Please note\, this is not instrument tuning time\, please ensure the instrument is tuned prior to arriving at stage. \nThe repertoire is to be appropriate to all audiences\, and should be aligned with SCS’ mission\, vision and values. \n***Please note\, this is not a Vocal Section – entrants should not sing in this section*** \nProvided Equipment:\nMusic Stands & Chairs \n1 Guitar amp | 1 Bass amp | Direct Input \n1 Standard Drum Kit \nGrand Piano or Weighted Keys (subject to availability) \nPerformers/schools WILL supply any further amplification or effects required i.e. distortion pedal\, and must advise of any additional amplification/effects to be used in their performance as part of their registration. \nJudging Criteria:\n\nTechnical fluency and facility\nIntonation\nRhythm\nSolo performance expression\nDynamics and articulation appropriate to style\nSolo awareness\, communication with accompanist/familiarity with backing track\n\nImmediate Point Deductions:\n\n2 point deduction per 20 seconds over time.\n2 point deduction for a teacher or adult playing accompaniment that is more a part than accompaniment.\n2 point deduction for lyrics and themes that are not G-rated\n100% points deduction for any explicit language on a backing track\, and no places will be awarded\, only written feedback given by the adjudicator.
URL:https://eisteddfod.syd.catholic.edu.au/event/solo-instrumental-electric-guitar-solo-13-04-2026/
LOCATION:Southern Cross Catholic College Burwood\, Southern Cross Catholic College\, 17 Comer St\, Burwood\, NSW\, 2134
CATEGORIES:Instrumental Solos
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270416
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270417
DTSTAMP:20261019T084045Z
CREATED:20251121T051713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261019T084045Z
UID:3650-1807833600-1807919999@eisteddfod.syd.catholic.edu.au
SUMMARY:Solo Instrumental - [Section 16] Woodwind Solo
DESCRIPTION:Event Name: Woodwind Solo\nLocation: Southern Cross Catholic College Burwood – Recording Studio\nSection Number: 16 \nGrade Information:\nPlease be advised these sections are based first on grade\, then age. For example\, if a section comprises students playing Grade 3 music\, 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 – Grade 8. When selecting your Grade (if you do not play traditional grade exams)\, it can often be found on the music or you can search online for the difficulty of the piece. If you are having trouble determining the Grade of the music\, please feel free to contact the Eisteddfod Team for assistance. \nSection Guidelines:\nTime limits must not exceed stipulated section time limits:\nGrade 1-4: 3 mins\nGrade 5-8: 5 mins\nPerformance will be stopped at 1 minute after time. \n1 piece or 1 movement from a piece only to be performed. \nFor ALL instrumental sections\, an accompaniment (live or recorded) MUST be provided\, unless the piece was written intentionally to be performed unaccompanied. \nAccompaniment may be provided by a backing track or by a live accompanist. Performers must provide their own piano/instrumental accompanist or backing track. \nBacking tracks must be instrumental harmonic tracks only with no melodic line. \nThe repertoire is to be appropriate to all audiences\, and should be aligned with SCS’ mission\, vision and values. \nProvided Equipment:\nMusic Stands & Chairs \nGrand Piano or Weighted Keys (subject to availability) \nPerformers/schools WILL supply any further amplification or effects required i.e. distortion pedal\, and must advise of any additional amplification/effects to be used in their performance as part of their registration. \nJudging Criteria:\n\nTechnical fluency and facility\nIntonation\nRhythm\nSolo performance expression\nDynamics and articulation appropriate to style\nSolo awareness\, communication with accompanist/familiarity with backing track\n\nImmediate Point Deductions:\n\n2 point deduction per 20 seconds over time.\n2 point deduction for a teacher or adult playing accompaniment that is more a part than accompaniment.\n2 point deduction for lyrics and themes that are not G-rated.\n100% points deduction for any explicit language on a backing track\, and no places will be awarded\, only written feedback given by the adjudicator.
URL:https://eisteddfod.syd.catholic.edu.au/event/solo-instrumental-woodwind-solo-14-04-2026/
LOCATION:Southern Cross Catholic College Burwood\, Southern Cross Catholic College\, 17 Comer St\, Burwood\, NSW\, 2134
CATEGORIES:Instrumental Solos
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270416
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270417
DTSTAMP:20261022T095928Z
CREATED:20251121T052120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261022T095928Z
UID:3653-1807833600-1807919999@eisteddfod.syd.catholic.edu.au
SUMMARY:Solo Instrumental - [Section 17] Brass Solo       BONUS
DESCRIPTION:Event Name: Brass Solo\nLocation: Southern Cross Catholic College Burwood – Auditorium\nSection Number: 17 \nGrade Information:\nPlease be advised these sections are based first on grade\, then age. For example\, if a section comprises students playing Grade 3 music\, 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 – Grade 8. When selecting your Grade (if you do not play traditional grade exams)\, it can often be found on the music or you can search online for the difficulty of the piece. If you are having trouble determining the Grade of the music\, please feel free to contact the Eisteddfod Team for assistance. \nSection Guidelines:\nTime limits must not exceed stipulated section time limits:\nGrade 1-4: 3 mins\nGrade 5-8: 5 mins\nPerformance will be stopped at 1 minute after time. \n1 piece or 1 movement from a piece only to be performed. \nFor ALL instrumental sections\, an accompaniment (live or recorded) MUST be provided\, unless the piece was written intentionally to be performed unaccompanied. \nAccompaniment may be provided by a backing track or by a live accompanist. Performers must provide their own piano/instrumental accompanist or backing track. \nBacking tracks must be instrumental harmonic tracks only with no melodic line. \nThe repertoire is to be appropriate to all audiences\, and should be aligned with SCS’ mission\, vision and values. \n  \nProvided Equipment:\nMusic Stands & Chairs \nGrand Piano or Weighted Keys (subject to availability) \nPerformers/schools WILL supply any further amplification or effects required i.e. distortion pedal\, and must advise of any additional amplification/effects to be used in their performance as part of their registration. \nJudging Criteria:\n\nTechnical fluency and facility\nIntonation\nRhythm\nSolo performance expression\nDynamics and articulation appropriate to style\nSolo awareness\, communication with accompanist/familiarity with backing track\n\nImmediate Point Deductions:\n\n2 point deduction per 20 seconds over time.\n2 point deduction for a teacher or adult playing accompaniment that is more a part than accompaniment.\n2 point deduction for lyrics and themes that are not G-rated\n100% points deduction for any explicit language on a backing track\, and no places will be awarded\, only written feedback given by the adjudicator.
URL:https://eisteddfod.syd.catholic.edu.au/event/solo-instrumental-brass-solo-13-04-2026/
LOCATION:Southern Cross Catholic College Burwood\, Southern Cross Catholic College\, 17 Comer St\, Burwood\, NSW\, 2134
CATEGORIES:Instrumental Solos
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270416
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270417
DTSTAMP:20261022T095949Z
CREATED:20251121T052438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261022T095949Z
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SUMMARY:Solo Instrumental - [Section 18] Percussion Solo
DESCRIPTION:Event Name: Percussion Solo\nLocation: Southern Cross Catholic College Burwood – Auditorium\nSection Number: 18 \nGrade Information:\nPlease be advised the Percussion Solo section is not based on grade like the other instrumental sections. Entrants will be grouped based primarily on age. The Eisteddfod Team will group similar aged entrants together where minimum numbers in a single age group are not met. \nThis section – Percussion Solo – refers to any performance on an instrument in the percussion family. It is not a mandatory component of this section for entrants to perform on a standard drum kit\, and other percussion instrumentation is welcome. \nSection Guidelines:\nTime limits must not exceed stipulated section time limits:\nAges 8-15: 3 mins\nAges 16-18: 5 mins\nPerformance will be stopped at 1 minute after time. \n1 piece or 1 movement from a piece only to be performed. \nFor ALL instrumental sections\, an accompaniment (live or recorded) MUST be provided\, unless the piece was written intentionally to be performed unaccompanied. \nAccompaniment may be provided by a backing track or by a live accompanist. Performers must provide their own piano/instrumental accompanist or backing track. \nBacking tracks must be instrumental harmonic tracks only with no melodic line. \nAdding or changing a backing track after the registration close date will incur a 1 point penalty. \nEntrants will have sound check time of two minutes allocated. If your instrument is not a standard drum kit\, you will have additional time allocated to bring your instrument in and set up\, with any staff assistance required. \nThe repertoire is to be appropriate to all audiences\, and should be aligned with SCS’ mission\, vision and values. \nSection 18 is exempt from Grade Requirements and will not require a score to be attached. \nProvided Equipment:\nMusic Stands & Chairs \n1 Guitar amp | 1 Bass amp | Direct Input for acoustic guitars \n1 Standard Drum Kit \nGrand Piano or Weighted Keys (subject to availability) \nPerformers/schools WILL supply any further amplification or effects required i.e. distortion pedal\, and must advise of any additional amplification/effects to be used in their performance as part of their registration. \nJudging Criteria:\n\nTechnical fluency and facility\nIntonation\nRhythm\nSolo performance expression\nDynamics and articulation appropriate to style\nSolo awareness\, communication with accompanist/familiarity with backing track\n\nImmediate Point Deductions:\n\n1 point deduction for adding or changing a backing track after the closing date of registrations.\n2 point deduction per 20 seconds over time.\n2 point deduction for a teacher or adult playing accompaniment that is more a part than accompaniment.\n2 point deduction for lyrics and themes that are not G-rated\n100% points deduction for any explicit language on a backing track\, and no places will be awarded\, only written feedback given by the adjudicator.
URL:https://eisteddfod.syd.catholic.edu.au/event/solo-instrumental-percussion-solo-13-04-2026/
LOCATION:Southern Cross Catholic College Burwood\, Southern Cross Catholic College\, 17 Comer St\, Burwood\, NSW\, 2134
CATEGORIES:Instrumental Solos
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