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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 \nGeneral Category Guidelines:\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 – 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. \n1 piece or 1 movement from a piece only to be performed. \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 \nSection Specific Guidelines:\nTime limits must not exceed stipulated section time limits:\nGrade 1 – Grade 4: 3 minutes\nGrade 5 – Grade 8: 5 minutes \nInstrumentation should consist of any contemporary or electronic instruments\, and any instrument used in contemporary music (including pop\, rock\, jazz and cultural instruments). \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 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*** \nProvided Equipment:\nMusic Stands & Chairs \n1 Guitar amp \n1 Bass amp \nDirect Input for acoustic guitars \n1 Standard Drum Kit \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. \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.\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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260413
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260414
DTSTAMP:20260506T172831
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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 – Auditorium\nSection Number: 9 \nGeneral Category Guidelines:\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 – 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. \n1 piece or 1 movement from a piece only to be performed. \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 \nSection Specific Guidelines:\nTime limits must not exceed stipulated section time limits:\nGrade 1 – Grade 4: 3 minutes\nGrade 5 – Grade 8: 5 minutes \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*** \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 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.\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:20260414
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260415
DTSTAMP:20260506T172831
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SUMMARY:Solo Instrumental - [Section 16] Woodwind Solo
DESCRIPTION:Event Name: Woodwind Solo\nLocation: Southern Cross Catholic College Burwood – Recording Studio\nSection Number: 16 \nGeneral Category Guidelines:\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. \nThe 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. \nWhen 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. \nIf you are having trouble determining the Grade of the music\, please feel free to contact the Eisteddfod Team for assistance. \n1 piece or 1 movement from a piece only to be performed. \nSection Specific Guidelines:\nTime limits must not exceed stipulated section time limits:\nGrade 1-4: 3 mins\nGrade 5-8: 5 mins \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 \n1 Guitar amp | 1 Bass amp | Direct Input for acoustic guitars \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 no 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:20260414
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260415
DTSTAMP:20260506T172831
CREATED:20251119T031149Z
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SUMMARY:Solo Vocal – [Section 36] Songwriter Solo     BONUS
DESCRIPTION:Event Name: Songwriter Solo\nLocation: Southern Cross Burwood\nSection Number: 36 \nGeneral Category Guidelines:\n1 piece only to be performed. \nLyrics must be appropriate for a school context. Explicit language\, swearing\, or overly adult themes are not permitted. \nAll lyrics should be memorised including for self accompaniment. While some flexibility may be given for younger performers\, memorisation is strongly encouraged for the best presentation. \nPerformances may be with or without accompaniment (a cappella permitted). Performers must provide their own piano/instrumental accompanist. \nAccompaniment may be provided by a backing track\, self-accompaniment by the songwriter/performer\, or a solo pianist/guitarist/instrumentalist. Backing tracks must be instrumental tracks only\, with no vocal lines. See General Participation Guidelines for backing track submission requirements. Backing Tracks will be played by the onsite technician on the day.  \nPerformances may be with or without microphone(s).\n \nEntrants must be students from the same school.\n \n  \nSection Specific Guidelines:\nPerformer Limit:\n1-3 Performers\nUp to 3 performers allowed (e.g.\, singer\, instrumentalist\, accompanist). This is not a band section – entries must remain focused on showcasing the song and its singer-oriented performance. \nTime stipulations – Performances must not exceed:\nYear 7-10 (ages 12-16): 2-4 minutes\nYear 11-12 (ages 16-18): 2-5  minutes\nTiming applies to the song performance only. Spoken introductions or outros are not permitted. \n  \nThe piece being performed must be wholly original. Songs must be original compositions by the student(s). Covers or arrangements are not permitted. Participants of the SCS Songwriters program may not use any work that has been created within the program. \nSongs may be performed by the songwriter(s) and/or by another student performer\, but the songwriter(s) must be credited in the entry. \nSongs must be original works written (in whole or part) by the student(s). Up to 2 songwriters may collaborate on a single entry.\n \nSongs must be singer-oriented\, with a clear vocal melody and lyrics. \nCreative freedom is encouraged in style and form. Songs do not need to follow traditional structures\, provided they are clear and performable. \nIf an entry contains more than one entrant\, each student participant must be entered in separate registration forms by a parent or guardian to ensure consent.  \nProvided Equipment:\nMusic Stands & Chairs \nUp to 4 microphones and stands \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. \n  \n***Headset microphones are not available for this section.*** \nJudging Criteria:\n\nSongwriting Craft – 40%\n\nMelody: memorability\, singability\, contour.\nHarmony/chords: effective and appropriate to style.\nStructure: balance and flow.\n\n\nLyrics – 25%\n\nOriginality of ideas\, clarity of message.\nSuitability for performer’s age/ability.\nConnection between lyrics and music.\n\n\nCreativity & Artistic Choices – 25%\n\nUnique perspective or point of view.\nInventive use of style\, genre\, or techniques.\nDistinct artistic identity.\n\n\nPerformance – 10%\n\nVocal delivery: intonation\, tone\, phrasing.\nExpression\, confidence\, communication.\nEnsemble awareness if accompanied.\nBacking track quality: Only backing vocals (BVs) permitted. Use of lead vocals in a track will result in deductions.\n\n\n\nSome Very Helpful Hints:\nAs this is a brand new section and we want to encourage any budding Songwriters out there to participate\, here is some handy advice that might help you get involved… \nStudent-Friendly Tips \n🎶 Tips to Shine in the Songwriting Section 🎶 \n\nMake it memorable – write a chorus people can hum after hearing it once.\nTell a story – make your lyrics mean something\, even if it’s simple.\nMatch music and words – sad lyrics often sound better with slower melodies\, happy ones with brighter ones.\nKeep it clear – short and strong is better than long and confusing.\nPerform with confidence – even if you’re nervous\, look up and connect with your audience.\nChoose accompaniment wisely – guitar\, piano\, or a backing track should support the song\, not take over.\nBe original – show your voice\, your story.\nMemorise your lyrics – it helps you tell your story with more impact.\n\nFormal Checklist \n\nSelect an original song that is singer-oriented\, with a clear vocal melody and lyrics.\nEnsure the performance stays within the required time limit.\nAim for memorisation of lyrics to enhance communication and performance.\nEnsure accompaniment supports the song without overshadowing the vocal line.\nBacking tracks may contain backing vocals but no lead vocals.\nEncourage confident\, expressive performance and audience engagement.\nEnsure lyrical content is appropriate for a school context.\nFocus on clarity\, originality\, and creativity in both lyrics and music.\nRehearse thoroughly so transitions\, cues\, and accompaniment are smooth on stage.\n\nImmediate Point Deductions:\n\n2 point deduction per 20 seconds over time.\n2 point deduction for inappropriate content or themes\n2 point deduction for lyrics and themes that are not G-rated\n100% points deduction for any explicit language sung or 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-vocal-songwriter-solo-missing-date/
LOCATION:Southern Cross Catholic College Burwood\, Southern Cross Catholic College\, 17 Comer St\, Burwood\, NSW\, 2134
CATEGORIES:Vocal Solos
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260414
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260415
DTSTAMP:20260506T172831
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SUMMARY:Solo Vocal – [Section 30] Vocal Duo\, Trio\, Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Event Name: Vocal Duo\, Trio\, Quartet\nLocation: Southern Cross Burwood – Recording Studio / Auditorium\nSection Number: 30 \nGeneral Category Guidelines:\n1 piece only to be performed. \nA copy of your music score must be provided at point of registration. \nAccompaniment may be provided by a backing track or by a solo pianist/instrumentalist. Performers must provide their own piano/instrumental accompanist and backing tracks. \nBacking tracks must be instrumental tracks only with no vocal lines. See General Participation Guidelines for backing track submission requirements. Backing Tracks will be played by the onsite technician on the day. \nAll lyrics should be memorised including for self accompaniment. \nRepertoire should be appropriate for all ages – language and themes should be in keeping with a school age audience\, and comply with SCS mission\, vision and values. \nMay be performed with or without accompaniment (a cappella). \nMay be performed with or without a microphone. \nEntrants must be from the same school. \nSection Specific Guidelines:\nPerformer stipulations:\n2-4 performers \nTime stipulations – performances must not exceed:\nYears 3-10 (ages 7 – 16): 4 minutes\nYears 11-12 (ages 16-18): 5 minutes\nPerformances will be stopped at 1 minute over time \n  \nEntries must exhibit singing in 2-part harmony at minimum. \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. \nFor the purposes of scheduling sections\, age and performer experience will be based on the oldest and/or most experienced performer in a group. \n  \nProvided Equipment:\nUp to 4 Microphones (hand held or on stand) \nGrand Piano \nDirect Input for guitars \nMusic stands \nChair for other instrumental accompaniment \n***Please note\, headset microphones are not available for any Vocal Solo Section*** \nJudging Criteria:\n\nIntonation – pitch\, tuning\, tonal quality.\nRhythm\, timing\, overall structure.\nPerformance expression\, memorisation and confidence.\nDynamics and articulation appropriate to style.\nEnsemble awareness including communication with accompanist/ familiarity with backing track.\nChoice of repertoire suitable for stage and ability.\nRepertoire performed correctly represents the section genre.\n\nImmediate Point Deductions:\n\n1 point for not providing a score of the song being performed\n2 point deduction per 20 seconds over time.\n2 point deduction for inappropriate content or themes\n100% points deduction for any explicit language\, and no places will be awarded\, only written feedback.
URL:https://eisteddfod.syd.catholic.edu.au/event/solo-vocal-vocal-duo-trio-quartet-14-04-2026/
LOCATION:Southern Cross Catholic College Burwood\, Southern Cross Catholic College\, 17 Comer St\, Burwood\, NSW\, 2134
CATEGORIES:Vocal Solos
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260414
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260415
DTSTAMP:20260506T172831
CREATED:20251119T024234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T050119Z
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SUMMARY:Solo Vocal – [Section 33] Contemporary Religious Vocal Solo
DESCRIPTION:Event Name: Contemporary Religious Vocal Solo\nLocation: Southern Cross Burwood – Primary – Auditorium\nSection Number: 33 \nGeneral Category Guidelines:\n1 piece only to be performed. \nA copy of your music score must be provided at point of registration. \nMay be performed with or without a microphone. \nMust be performed with accompaniment\, unless the score indicates it is to be performed a cappella. \nAccompaniment may be provided by a backing track or by a solo pianist/ instrumentalist. Performers must provide their own piano/instrumental accompanist. \nBacking tracks must be instrumental tracks only with no vocal lines. See General Participation Guidelines for backing track submission requirements. Backing Tracks will be played by the onsite technician on the day. \nAll lyrics should be memorised including for self accompaniment. \nRepertoire should be appropriate for all ages – language and themes should be in keeping with a school age audience\, and comply with SCS mission\, vision and values. \nSection Specific Guidelines:\nTime stipulations – performances must not exceed:\nYears 3-10 (ages 7 – 16): 4 minutes\nYears 11-12 (ages 16-18): 5 minutes\nPerformances will be stopped at 1 minute over time \n  \nContemporary Religious Solo refers to modern music which is composed for religious use (eg Catholic Hymns\, Christian Worship songs\, Christian Pop\, Gospel Music\, etc). It does not refer to contemporary songs that contain religious lyrics or themes (e.g. Leonard Cohen’s Hallelujah\, or Beyonce’s Ave Maria). For further clarification on whether a song is appropriate\, please contact the Eisteddfod team. \nProvided Equipment:\nUp to 4 Microphones (hand held or on stand) \nGrand Piano or Weighted Keys \nDirect Input for guitars \nMusic stands \nChair for other instrumental accompaniment \n***Please note\, headset microphones are not available for any Vocal Solo Section*** \nJudging Criteria:\n\nIntonation – pitch\, tuning\, tonal quality.\nRhythm\, timing\, overall structure.\nSolo performance expression\, memorisation and confidence.\nDynamics and articulation appropriate to style.\nSolo awareness\, communication with accompanist/ familiarity with backing track.\nChoice of repertoire suitable for stage and ability.\nRepertoire performed correctly represents the section genre.\n\nImmediate Point Deductions:\n\n 1 point for not providing a score of the song being performed.\n2 point deduction per 20 seconds over time.\n2 point deduction for inappropriate content or themes.\n100% points deduction for any explicit language\, and no places will be awarded\, only written feedback.
URL:https://eisteddfod.syd.catholic.edu.au/event/solo-vocal-contemporary-religious-vocal-solo-14-04-2026/
LOCATION:Southern Cross Catholic College Burwood\, Southern Cross Catholic College\, 17 Comer St\, Burwood\, NSW\, 2134
CATEGORIES:Vocal Solos
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260414
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260415
DTSTAMP:20260506T172831
CREATED:20251119T022825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T050057Z
UID:10000070-1776124800-1776211199@eisteddfod.syd.catholic.edu.au
SUMMARY:Solo Vocal – [Section 31] Classical Vocal Solo      BONUS
DESCRIPTION:Event Name: Classical Vocal Solo\nLocation: Southern Cross Burwood – Recording Studio\nSection Number: 31 \nGeneral Category Guidelines:\n1 piece only to be performed. \nA copy of your music score must be provided at point of registration. \nAccompaniment may be provided by a backing track or by a solo pianist/instrumentalist. Performers must provide their own piano/instrumental accompanist. \nBacking tracks must be instrumental tracks only with no vocal lines. See General Participation Guidelines for backing track submission requirements. Backing Tracks will be played by the onsite technician on the day. \nAll lyrics should be memorised including for self accompaniment. \n  \nSection Specific Guidelines:\nTime stipulations – performances must not exceed:\nYears 3-10 (ages 7 – 16): 4 minutes\nYears 11-12 (ages 16-18): 5 minutes\nPerformances will be stopped at 1 minute over time \n  \nMust be performed with or without accompaniment\, unless the specific genre required the piece to be performed a cappella (e.g. Gregorian Chant) or where parts of the score require the singer to perform unaccompanied. \nMust be performed with or without a microphone. \nProvided Equipment:\nGrand Piano or Weighted Keys. \nDirect Input for guitars \nMusic stands. \nChair for other instrumental accompaniment. \nJudging Criteria:\n\nIntonation – pitch\, tuning\, tonal quality.\nRhythm\, timing\, overall structure.\nSolo performance expression\, memorisation and confidence.\nDynamics and articulation appropriate to style.\nSolo awareness\, communication with accompanist/ familiarity with backing track.\nChoice of repertoire suitable for stage and ability.\nRepertoire performed correctly represents the section genre.\n\nImmediate Point Deductions:\n\n 1 point for not providing a score of the song being performed.\n2 point deduction per 20 seconds over time.\n2 point deduction for inappropriate content or themes.\n100% points deduction for any explicit language\, and no places will be awarded\, only written feedback.
URL:https://eisteddfod.syd.catholic.edu.au/event/solo-vocal-classical-vocal-solo-missing-date/
LOCATION:Southern Cross Catholic College Burwood\, Southern Cross Catholic College\, 17 Comer St\, Burwood\, NSW\, 2134
CATEGORIES:Vocal Solos
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260414
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260418
DTSTAMP:20260506T172831
CREATED:20251208T104955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T050203Z
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SUMMARY:Solo Vocal – [Section 34] Contemporary Vocal Solo - Secondary
DESCRIPTION:Event Name: Contemporary Vocal Solo \nLocation: Southern Cross Burwood – Primary – Auditorium\nSection Number: 34 \nGeneral Category Guidelines:\nPlease note – secondary students with 5 years or more experience will be placed in the Secondary Open regardless of age. \n***The Secondary Open Section will occur on Tuesday 14 April. All other Secondary Sections occur on Friday 17 April*** \n  \n1 piece only to be performed. \nA copy of your music score must be provided at point of registration. \nMay be performed with or without a microphone. \nMay be performed with or without accompaniment (a cappella). \nAccompaniment may be provided by a backing track or by a solo pianist/ instrumentalist. Performers must provide their own piano/instrumental accompanist. \nBacking tracks must be instrumental tracks only with no vocal lines. See General Participation Guidelines for backing track submission requirements. Backing Tracks will be played by the onsite technician on the day. \nAll lyrics should be memorised including for self accompaniment. \nRepertoire should be appropriate for all ages – language and themes should be in keeping with a school age audience\, and comply with SCS mission\, vision and values. \nSection Specific Guidelines:\nTime stipulations – performances must not exceed:\nYears 7-10 (ages 12-16): 4 minutes\nYears 11-12 (ages 16 – 18): 5 minutes\nPerformances will be stopped at 1 minute over time \n  \nThis section is for contemporary music only. Songs from stage or film musicals must be sung in Section 35: Musical Theatre. \nProvided Equipment:\nUp to 4 Microphones (hand held or on stand) \nGrand Piano \nDirect Input for guitars \nMusic stands \nChair for other instrumental accompaniment \n***Please note\, headset microphones are not available for any Vocal Solo Section*** \nJudging Criteria:\n\nIntonation – pitch\, tuning\, tonal quality.\nRhythm\, timing\, overall structure.\nSolo performance expression\, memorisation and confidence.\nDynamics and articulation appropriate to style.\nSolo awareness\, communication with accompanist/ familiarity with backing track.\nChoice of repertoire suitable for stage and ability.\nRepertoire performed correctly represents the section genre.\n\nImmediate Point Deductions:\n\n 1 point for not providing a score of the song being performed.\n2 point deduction per 20 seconds over time.\n2 point deduction for inappropriate content or themes.\n100% points deduction for any explicit language\, and no places will be awarded\, only written feedback.
URL:https://eisteddfod.syd.catholic.edu.au/event/solo-vocal-section-34-contemporary-vocal-solo-secondary/
LOCATION:Southern Cross Catholic College Burwood\, Southern Cross Catholic College\, 17 Comer St\, Burwood\, NSW\, 2134
CATEGORIES:Vocal Solos
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260415
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260416
DTSTAMP:20260506T172831
CREATED:20251119T030210Z
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UID:10000074-1776211200-1776297599@eisteddfod.syd.catholic.edu.au
SUMMARY:Solo Vocal – [Section 35] Musical Theatre Vocal Solo
DESCRIPTION:Event Name: Musical Theatre Vocal Solo\nLocation: Southern Cross Burwood – Auditorium\nSection Number: 35 \nGeneral Category Guidelines:\n1 piece only to be performed. \nA copy of your music score must be provided at point of registration. \nMay be performed with or without accompaniment (a cappella). Accompaniment may be provided by a backing track or by a solo pianist/ instrumentalist. \nBacking tracks must be instrumental tracks only with no vocal lines. See General Participation Guidelines for backing track submission requirements. Backing Tracks will be played by the onsite technician on the day. \nAll lyrics should be memorised including for self accompaniment. \nPerformers must provide their own piano/instrumental accompanist. \nMay be performed with or without a microphone. \nSection Specific Guidelines:\nTime stipulations – performances must not exceed:\nYear 3-10 (ages 7 – 16): 4 minutes\nYear 11-12 (ages 16 – 18): 5 minutes \nMusical Theatre Vocal Solos must be performed in costume. \nPerformance movement is permitted within the constraints of the provided technical equipment. \nMusical Theatre repertoire is not to be performed in the Contemporary Solo section\, they must be entered into the Musical Theatre section. If you are unsure please contact the Eisteddfod Team. \nRepertoire should be appropriate for all ages – language and themes should be in keeping with a school age audience\, and comply with SCS mission\, vision and values. \nMusical Theatre songs must come from stage\, film or radio musicals only. Eg. A song from a movie that is on the soundtrack and not a featured song sung in the course of the film is not considered “musical” repertoire for the purposes of this section. \nEntrants should avoid singing repertoire that has a high percentage of speak-singing (non-pitched) material. Ensure that the majority of the song contains melodic content. \n  \nProvided Equipment:\nUp to 4 Microphones (hand held or on stand) \nGrand Piano or Weighted Keys (as available at venue) \nDirect Input for guitars \nMusic stands \nChair for other instrumental accompaniment. \n***Please note\, headset microphones are not available for any Vocal Solo Section*** \nJudging Criteria:\n\nIntonation – pitch\, tuning\, tonal quality.\nRhythm\, timing\, overall structure.\nSolo performance expression\, memorisation and confidence.\nDynamics and articulation appropriate to style.\nSolo awareness\, communication with accompanist/ familiarity with backing track.\nChoice of repertoire suitable for stage and ability.\nRepertoire performed correctly represents the section genre.\n\nMusical Theatre Additional Criteria \n\nPerformance intentions – relevance and impact of movement and acting choices.\nCostume appropriateness\n\nImmediate Point Deductions:\n\n1 point for not providing a score of the song being performed\n1 point deduction for not singing repertoire from a Musical or Film.\n2 point deduction per 20 seconds over time.\n2 point deduction for inappropriate costume choice in Musical Theatre Vocal Solo:\n– Costumes show midriff\n– Costumes are revealing or contain cut outs.\n2 point deduction for inappropriate content or themes.\n100% point deduction for any explicit language\, and no places will be awarded\, only written feedback.
URL:https://eisteddfod.syd.catholic.edu.au/event/solo-vocal-musical-theatre-vocal-solo-15-04-2026/
LOCATION:Southern Cross Catholic College Burwood\, Southern Cross Catholic College\, 17 Comer St\, Burwood\, NSW\, 2134
CATEGORIES:Vocal Solos
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260416
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260417
DTSTAMP:20260506T172831
CREATED:20251208T105027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T050136Z
UID:10000104-1776297600-1776383999@eisteddfod.syd.catholic.edu.au
SUMMARY:Solo Vocal – [Section 34] Contemporary Vocal Solo - Primary
DESCRIPTION:Event Name: Contemporary Vocal Solo \nLocation: Southern Cross Burwood – Primary – Recording Studio / Auditorium\nSection Number: 34 \nGeneral Category Guidelines:\nPlease note – primary students with 5 years or more experience will be placed in the Primary Open regardless of age. \n  \n1 piece only to be performed. \nA copy of your music score must be provided at point of registration. \nMay be performed with or without a microphone. \nMay be performed with or without accompaniment (a cappella). \nAccompaniment may be provided by a backing track or by a solo pianist/ instrumentalist. Performers must provide their own piano/instrumental accompanist. \nBacking tracks must be instrumental tracks only with no vocal lines. See General Participation Guidelines for backing track submission requirements. Backing Tracks will be played by the onsite technician on the day. \nAll lyrics should be memorised including for self accompaniment. \nRepertoire should be appropriate for all ages – language and themes should be in keeping with a school age audience\, and comply with SCS mission\, vision and values. \nSection Specific Guidelines:\nTime stipulations – performances must not exceed:\nYears 3-6 (ages 7 – 12): 4 minutes\nPerformances will be stopped at 1 minute over time \n  \nMusical Theatre repertoire must be sung in Section 35. Musical Theatre repertoire refers to songs from stage or film musicals. \nProvided Equipment:\nUp to 4 Microphones (hand held or on stand) \nGrand Piano \nDirect Input for guitars \nMusic stands \nChair for other instrumental accompaniment \n***Please note\, headset microphones are not available for any Vocal Solo Section*** \nJudging Criteria:\n\nIntonation – pitch\, tuning\, tonal quality.\nRhythm\, timing\, overall structure.\nSolo performance expression\, memorisation and confidence.\nDynamics and articulation appropriate to style.\nSolo awareness\, communication with accompanist/ familiarity with backing track.\nChoice of repertoire suitable for stage and ability.\nRepertoire performed correctly represents the section genre.\n\nImmediate Point Deductions:\n\n 1 point for not providing a score of the song being performed.\n2 point deduction per 20 seconds over time.\n2 point deduction for inappropriate content or themes.\n100% points deduction for any explicit language\, and no places will be awarded\, only written feedback.
URL:https://eisteddfod.syd.catholic.edu.au/event/solo-vocal-section-34-contemporary-vocal-solo-primary/
LOCATION:Southern Cross Catholic College Burwood\, Southern Cross Catholic College\, 17 Comer St\, Burwood\, NSW\, 2134
CATEGORIES:Vocal Solos
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