The 64th Annual -...

The 64th Annual Ringwood Eisteddfod

1 JUNE - 14 JULY 2018

INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC, VOCAL, SPEECH AND DRAMA

Schedule of EventsTo Showcase, Inspire and Reward

Performing Arts Scholars

Closing date for entries, Thurs 3 May, 2018Schedule and entry forms also

available at Try booking from the link https://www.ringwoodeisteddfod.org.au

The Ringwood Eisteddfodgratefully acknowledges

the support of Mrs Ruth Hawkins OAM

Maroondah CityCouncil

and the VictorianGovernment through

Creative Victoria.

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RINGWOOD EISTEDDFOD 2018 SCHEDULE OF EVENTSIndex of ContentsRingwood Eisteddfod Venues ..........................................................................................4Accompanists ...................................................................................................................4Patrons ................................................................................................................................4Major Sponsors ..................................................................................................................4Official Opening Ceremony .............................................................................................4Pianoforte (June 1, 2, 3, 4) ................................................................................................5Orchestral Strings (June 8, 9) ............................................................................................6Instrumental Chamber Music Ensembles (June 10) .......................................................8Junior Vocal (June 11) ......................................................................................................8Senior Vocal (June 15) ......................................................................................................9Speech & Drama (June 16) ..............................................................................................9Senior Vocal (June 17) ....................................................................................................10Woodwind & Brass (June 23) ..........................................................................................10CLassic Guitar (June 23) ................................................................................................11Classic Organ (June 24) .................................................................................................11Ringwood Aria (June 25) ................................................................................................12Aria Prizes .........................................................................................................................12Special Awards ................................................................................................................13Bookings ..........................................................................................................................15General Rules Of Competition .......................................................................................16Grand Final Concert (July 14)

Audience Entry FeesDaily Audience Pass – Adult/Concession ...........................................$5Daily Audience Pass – Family (two adults/up to two children) .......$15Season Pass (excludes Grand Final) .................................................$25Family Season Pass (excludes Grand Final) .....................................$35Grand Final – Saturday 14 July (see booking form) ..........................$20

Online Booking through Trybooking preferred: https://www.trybooking.com/UMOLPrograms available at the door at a cost of $2.

Schedule correct at time of printing. See web version for changes and updates.

https://www.trybooking.com/UMOL

Major Sponsors and SupportersMaroondah City Council, Lions Club of Mooroolbark, Bernies Music Land, Creative Victoria, Bounty Printers, Henkell Brothers, Judith Robertson, Ruth Hawkins OAM, Mark Dipnall, Judith Lambden.

Program SupportersAMEB (Australian Music Examinations Board), PMW (Print Music Works), ANZCA (Australian & New Zealand Cultural Arts), Trinity College London, Schimmel Pianos, Johannus Classic Organs.

CommitteePRESIDENT: Bernie Capicchiano.VICE PRESIDENT: Mark Dipnall.SECRETARIAT: Stockdale ACS.SECRETARY: Loraine Baldock.TREASURER: Maureen Milton OAMCOMMITTEE MEMBERS: Sandra Smart, Judith Lambden, Colin Prohasky.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTSOFFICIAL OPENING CEREMONYMaroondah Federation Estate, 32 Greenwood Avenue, Ringwood, VIC 3134FRIDAY 1 JUNE 2018, 6:00pm

MP GUEST OF HONOURIntroduction by Ringwood EisteddfodPresident Bernie CapicchianoMichael Sukkar MPFederal Member for DeakinAssistant Minister to the Treasurer

Certificates are awarded to all competitors for collection at the end of each section.

GENERAL INFORMATIONVENUESSections 1 June – 25 June 2018Maroondah Federation Estate, 32 Greenwood Avenue, Ringwood, 3134

Grand Final Concert7:30pm Saturday 14th July 2018Karralyka Theatre, Mines Road, Ringwood East 3134 Mel. 50 A 7

AdjudicatorsSPEECH AND DRAMA: Meredith Martin. JUNIOR VOCAL: Carole McKenzie.SENIOR VOCAL: Ian Lowe.PIANOFORTE: Robert Chamberlain. ORCHESTRAL STRINGS: Rebecca Proietto.CLASSICAL GUITAR: TBA. INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLES: Mark Dipnall.WOODWIND & BRASS: Carolyn McAlister. CLASSIC ORGAN: Dr June Nixon.

Grand Final Instrumental Awards AdjudicatorsJudith Lambden, Mark Dipnall.

AccompanistsVOCAL: Linda O’Brien.STRINGS (8 June): Linda O’Brien, Phone 0409130789.STRINGS, WOODWIND & BRASS: Anne Lewitzka, Phone: 9808 2173.Please see Schedule Rules 12 & 13 regarding accompanists, fees and photocopies.

PatronsRuth Hawkins OAM Joan Carden AO, OBEMayor, City of Maroondah President, Lions Club of Mooroolbark.

PIANOFORTEEntry Fees: Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 - $18.Section 8 - $10 per person. Sections 9 to 11 - $18.

FRIDAY 1 JUNE 6:00pmSection 1

6 YEARS & UNDER Sadie Brown AwardTime Limit – 3 min.1st, 2nd & 3rd Trophies.

SECTION 2

12 YEARS & UNDERThe Judith Robertson AwardOwn Choice. Time Limit – 4 min.1st $50, 2nd & 3rd Trophies.Sponsored by Judith Robertson

SATURDAY 2 JUNE 9:30amSECTION 3

OPEN TO STUDENTS - Currently studying Grades 1 or 2 AMEB or EquivalentChoice from Syllabus. Time Limit – 3 mins. 1st, 2nd & 3rd Trophies.Sponsored by Judith Lambden

SECTION 4

8 YEARS & UNDERThe Mary Corboy Memorial AwardTime Limit – 3 min.1st, 2nd & 3rd Trophies.

SECTION 5

10 YEARS & UNDER Own Choice. Time Limit – 4 min.1st, 2nd & 3rd Trophies.Sponsored by Judith Robertson

SECTION 6

OPEN TO STUDENTS - Currently studying Grades 3 or 4 AMEB or equivalentChoice from Syllabus. Time Limit – 4 min. 1st, 2nd & 3rd Trophies.Sponsored by Dana Music Studios

SECTION 7

14 YEARS & UNDERThe Judith Robertson AwardOwn choice. Time Limit – 5 min.1st $50, 2nd $30 & 3rd $20.Sponsored by Judith Robertson

SECTION 8

DUETS OPENThe Mary Corboy Memorial AwardOwn choice. Time Limit – 10 min. 1st $70, 2nd $30.

SUNDAY 3 JUNE 2:00pmSECTION 9

16 YEARS & UNDERThe Judith Robertson AwardOwn choice. Time Limit – 6 min. 1st $70, 2nd $30 & 3rd $20.Sponsored by Judith Robertson

SECTION 10

18 YEARS & UNDERRosalie Carpio Trophy (Hong Kong)Own Choice. Time Limit – 8 min.1st $80 & Trophy, 2nd $30 & 3rd $20.Sponsored in memory of Mary Corboy, Founder of Manningham (formerly Doncaster & Templestowe) Eisteddfod.

MONDAY 4 JUNE 7:00pmSECTION 11

OPEN PIANOFORTEOwn Choice. Time Limit – 10 min.1st $300, 2nd $70 & 3rd $30. Sponsored by Bernies Music LandWinner of this Section to perform at Karralyka Theatre on 14th July to be presented with 1st Prize of $300 and to compete for Instrumental Grand Final Prize of $2000 and Trophy.

Piano Sponsors ... Bernies Music Land, Piano - Digital Keyboard SpecialistsKindly supplies Grand Pianos and Organs for heats and Ringwood Eisteddfod Grand Final.

Bernies Music Land381 Canterbury Rd,Ringwood 3134 Phone 9872 5122 www.musicland.com.au

ORCHESTRAL STRINGSEntry Fees: Sections 12 to 21- $20.Please note rules 12 & 13.Accompanist available for these sections. Rehearsals on appointmentSections in Orchestral Strings are sponsored by Wallwork Family.

FRIDAY 8 JUNE 5:30pm SECTION 12

8 YEARS & UNDEROwn Choice. Time Limit – 4 min.1st, 2nd & 3rd Trophies.

SECTION 13

OPEN TO STUDENTS - Currently studying grades 1 and 2 AMEB or equivalentOwn Choice from Syllabus. Time Limit – 4 min.1st, 2nd & 3rd Trophies.Sponsored by lwstringlearningmethod / Lisa Wallace

SECTION 14

10 YEARS & UNDEROwn Choice. Time Limit – 4 min.1st, 2nd & 3rd Trophies.


12 YEARS & UNDEROwn Choice. Time Limit – 4 min.1st $50, 2nd & 3rd Trophies.

SECTION 16

STRINGS 14 YEARS & UNDEROwn Choice. Time Limit – 4 min.1st $50, 2nd $ 30 & 3rd $20.

SECTION 17

OPEN TO STUDENTS - Currently studying grades 3 and 4 AMEBor equivalent Own Choice from Syllabus. Time Limit – 4 min. 1st $70, 2nd $30.

SECTION 18

16 YEARS & UNDEROwn Choice. Time Limit – 7 min.1st $70, 2nd $30 & 3rd $20.Sponsored by Judith Lambden

SECTION 19

OPEN TO STUDENTS - Currently studying grades 5 AND 6 AMEBor equivalentOwn Choice from Syllabus. Time Limit – 4 min.1st $50, 2nd $ 30 & 3rd $20.Sponsored by Janet Walker

SECTION 20

THE WALLWORK STRING CONCERTO AWARDOwn Choice. Time Limit – Minimum 10 min. Maximum 20 min.1st $120, 2nd $50 & 3rd $30.Sponsored by Joanne Wallwork

SECTION 21

OPEN STRINGSTwo pieces of contrasting style.Own Choice. Time Limit – Max 20 min1st $300, 2nd $70 & 3rd $30.Sponsored by Ruth HawkinsWinner of this Section to perform at Karralyka Theatre on 14th July to be presented with 1st Prize of $300 and to compete for Instrumental Grand Final Prize of $2000 and Trophy.

INSTRUMENTAL CHAMBER MUSIC ENSEMBLESEntry Fees: Sections 22 to 25 - $10 per person. Please supply name and age of each entrant. 3-10 performers including all instruments. Music Own Choice. Please bring own music stands. Please be prompt with starting times.


JUNIOR ENSEMBLE13 years and under.Own Choice. Time Limit – 6 min.1st $50, 2nd $ 30 & 3rd $20.Sponsored by Ruth Hawkins

SECTION 23

16 YEARS AND UNDEROwn Choice. Time Limit – 6 min.1st $70, 2nd $30 & 3rd $20.

SECTION 24

VCE ENSEMBLEGroups to perform music from the VCE syllabusUnits 3 & 4 –Time Limit – 6 mins.1st $100, 2nd $50, 3rd $20.

SECTION 25

OPEN ENSEMBLEOwn Choice. Time Limit – 10 mins.1st $300, 2nd $70, 3rd $30.Winners of this section are kindly invited to perform as guest artists at the Grand Final, Karralyka Theatre,14th July, as a requirement for receipt of the $300 first prize.

JUNIOR VOCALEntry Fees: Sections 26 to 29 - $20.


12 YEARS & UNDER 1st $50, 2nd & 3rd TrophiesSponsored by Loraine Baldock

SECTION 27

14 YEARS & UNDER 1st $50, 2nd $30 & 3rd $20.Sponsored by Loraine Baldock

SECTION 28

16 YEARS & UNDER1st $70, 2nd $30 & 3rd $20.Sponsored by Dana Music Studios

SECTION 29

VCE – YEARS 11 & 12 or 18 YEARS & UNDEROwn Choice from VCE Syllabus.1st $80, 2nd $30 & 3rd $20.Sponsored by Lions Club of Mooroolbark

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SENIOR VOCALEntry Fees: Sections 30 to 32 - $20 (except for the Ringwood Aria Section 56, which is $30).

FRIDAY 15 JUNE 6:30pmSECTION 30

BALLAD OR SACRED SOLO 1st $80, 2nd $30 & 3rd $20.

SECTION 31

NON-PRIZE WINNERSThe Robyn Dalglish Memorial Award1st $80, 2nd $30 & 3rd $20.Sponsored by Margaret Dalglish - Kutschewski

SECTION 32

LIGHT OPERA & MUSICAL COMEDY1st $80, 2nd $30 & 3rd $20.Sponsored by Loraine Baldock

SPEECH & DRAMAEntry Fees: Sections 33 to 39 - $18.


MEMORISED RECITATION (Poem or Prose) 8 years & underTime Limit – 2 minutes. 1st, 2nd & 3rd Trophies.

SECTION 34

MEMORISED RECITATION (Poem or Prose) 10 years & underTime Limit – 3 minutes. 1st, 2nd & 3rd Trophies.

SECTION 35

MEMORISED RECITATION (Poem or Prose) 12 years & underTime Limit – 4 minutes. 1st $50, 2nd & 3rd Trophies.Sponsored by Mark Dipnall

SECTION 36

14 YEARS & UNDERDuo acting (in costume). Performers are requested to arrive in costume. Own choice. Selection from a published play, book or original script. Time Limit – 4 minutes (includes stage setting). 1st $50, 2nd $30, 3rd $20.Sponsored by Mark Dipnall

SECTION 37

16 YEARS & UNDERJunior Solo – memorised poem (own choice) & drama – selection from prose or play (one or more characters). Two contrasting pieces must be selected. Time Limit – 8 minutes. 1st $70, 2nd $30, 3rd $20.Sponsored by Mark Dipnall

SECTION 38

OPEN PUBLIC SPEAKINGCHAMPIONSHIPPrepared speech. Time Limit – 6 minutes. Impromptu speech. Topic set by adjudicator. 1min preparation.Limit 3 minutes.1st Prize $100, 2nd Prize $70, 3rd Prize $30.Sponsored by Mark Dipnall

SECTION 39

OPEN DRAMA CHAMPIONSHIPOwn choice. Two contrasting pieces must be presented. Time Limit – 10 minutes.1st Prize $100, 2nd Prize $70, 3rd Prize $30.Sponsored by Mark Dipnall

SENIOR VOCALEntry Fees: Sections 40 to 44 - $20 (except for the Ringwood Aria Section 56, which is $30). Duets/Quartets $10 per person.


ART SONG1st $80, 2nd $30 & 3rd $20.Sponsored by ANATS

SECTION 41

ORATORIO1st $80, 2nd $30 & 3rd $20.Sponsored by Gloria & Peter Churchland

SECTION 42

AUSTRALIAN COMPOSITION1st $80, 2nd $30 & 3rd $20.

SECTION 43

LIEDER1st $100, 2nd $50 & 3rd $30.Sponsored by Peter Mander and Carole McKenzie

SECTION 44

DUETS1st $70, 2nd $50 & 3rd $30.Sponsored by Sheila Brennan

WOODWIND & BRASSEntry Fees: Section 45 to 48 - $20.Accompanist available for these sections. Please note rules 12 & 13.

SATURDAY 23 JUNE 9:30am

SECTION 45

10 YEARS & UNDER Own Choice. Time Limit – 3 min.1st, 2nd & 3rd Trophies.

SECTION 46


SECTION 47

15 YEARS & UNDER Dorothy Minchin AwardOwn Choice. Time Limit – 4 min.1st $50, 2nd $30 & 3rd $20.Sponsored by Dorothy Minchin

SECTION 48

OPEN Own Choice. Time Limit – 10 min.1st $300, 2nd $70 & 3rd $30.Sponsored by Mark DipnallWinner of this Section to perform at Karralyka Theatre on 14th July to be presented with 1st Prize of $300 and to compete for Instrumental Grand Final Prize of $2000 and Trophy.

CLASSICAL GUITAREntry Fees: Section 49 to 52 - $18. Section 53 Group $10 per person.

SATURDAY 23 JUNE 2:00pm

SECTION 49


SECTION 50

16 YEARS & UNDEROwn Choice. Time Limit – 4 min.1st $70, 2nd $30 & 3rd $20.

SECTION 51

VCE CURRICULUM 18 YEARS & UNDER Own choice. Time Limit – 5 min.1st $70, 2nd $30 & 3rd $20.

Section 52

OPENOwn Choice. Time Limit – 10 min.1st $200, 2nd $70 & 3rd $30.

SECTION 53

GROUP 2-8 PLAYERS – 18 YEARS & UNDER(1 teacher to conduct or play additional to the group is permitted fee free) Own Choice. Time Limit – 8 min. 1st $100, 2nd $50, 3rd Trophy.

CLASSICAL ORGANEntry fees Section 54 and 55 - $20.

SUNDAY 24 JUNE 2:00pm SECTION 54

14 YEARS & UNDER1st $50, 2nd $30 & 3rd $20.Sponsored by Bernies Music Land

SECTION 55

OPEN1st $300, 2nd $70, 3rd $30.Sponsored by Bernies Music LandInstrument provided will be a Johannus 3 manual BDO specification.Winner of this Section to perform at Karralyka Theatre on 14th July to be presented with 1st Prize of $300 and to compete for Instrumental Grand Final Prize of $2000 and Trophy.

RINGWOOD ARIAEntry Fees: Section 56 - $30.


RINGWOOD ARIASix finalists will be selected for the Grand Final.PLEASE SEE RULE 16.Aria entrants please also supply photoand bio for use in Grand final program.

SATURDAY 14 JULY 7:30pmKarralyka Theatre.Six finalists will perform two Arias each.

ARIA PRIZESTotal prize pool $6000.

1st $5000Sponsors: Creative Victoria, Judith Robertson.

2nd $500Margaret Ferguson Memorial Award.

3rd $200

All other finalists to receive $100 each2018 Aria sponsored by the Henkell Brothers.

SPECIAL AWARDSThe Lions Club of Mooroolbark Scholarship$1000 awarded to the vocalist who, in the opinion of the adjudicator, displays a voice of outstanding promise chosen from VCE SYLLABUS.

The Peter Chapple Memorial Award$150 and Trophy.Competitors must perform in two sections and will be judged on interpretation, style, emotional expression, presentation and accuracy.

Lynette Casey - Brereton Award$200 awarded at the discretion of the adjudicator, to a promising young voice.

E.M. Taylor Memorial TrophyAwarded to the competitor gaining the highest points in the senior vocal sections.

Sadie Brown Memorial AwardPerpetual Trophy to be awarded to the pianist, who in the opinion of the adjudicator displays an outstanding talent.Sponsored by Daughters Wendy Taylor and Priscilla Fargher

Janet Perkins Memorial Award$300 to a vocalist displaying great potential.Sponsored by Barbara Boland, and Barry Fry

Mrs Mary Corboy Memorial Encouragement Pianoforte AwardsMrs Mary Corboy: Founder of the Manningham (formerly Doncaster/Templestowe) EisteddfodJunior up to 10 years $150 and senior to open $250.

R & M Dipnall Memorial TrophyThis perpetual trophy is awarded to the winner of the Instrumental Section in the Grand Final.

Instrumental Grand Final Prize$2000 and TrophySponsors: Ruth Hawkins and Lions Club of Mooroolbark

All Special Awards will be presented at the Ringwood Eisteddfod Grand Final, Karralyka Theatre, Mines Road, Ringwood Saturday 14 July 2018, 7.30pm

Ringwood Eisteddfod Thank you!

Sincere thanks to all who have made the Ringwood Eisteddfods so successful over the last 64 Years, without such dedication and commitment this event would not be possible. We now look to the next 64 years and invite you to be involved –

become a sponsor or a volunteer (Working with Children required).

We look forward to hearing from you! [email protected]

Celebrating our 2017 Winners:

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The Lions Club of Mooroolbark Scholarship won by Julia Doupe The Peter Chapple Memorial Award won by James EmersonLynette Casey - Brereton Award won by Andre Sasalu E.M. Taylor Memorial Trophy won by James Emerson Sadie Brown Memorial Awardwon by Clare Juan Janet Perkins Memorial Awardwon by Gabriella Penny

Mrs Mary Corboy Memorial Encouragement Pianoforte AwardsJUNIOR won by Nikki Juan SENIOR won by Michael NguyenInstrumental Open Winners Awardwon by Charlotte MilesR & M Dipnall Memorial Trophywon by Charlotte MilesAria Prizes1ST won by Kimberley Coleman 2ND won byLyndon Green3RD won by Chloe Harris

BOOKINGSBookings for all sections, audience passes and the Grand Final Concert are to be made using the Trybooking links as indicated.

Ringwood Eisteddfod SectionsMaroondah Federation Estate32 Greenwood Avenue, Ringwood, 3134

Competitiorshttps://www.trybooking.com/UMMK For entries submitted after 3 May 2018. Late fee: $10.Include your name, address, contact details, section, teachers name, age (years at May 3, 2018).Vocal Entries: To enter the ‘Peter Chapple Memorial Award’, please select this option when entering.

Section Audience Passeshttps://www.trybooking.com/UMOLDaily Adult / Concession: $5. Family (two adults / up to two children): $15. Season Pass (excludes Grand Final) Adult: $25 / Family $35.

Grand Final ConcertRingwood Aria and Open InstrumentalistsSaturday 14 JulyIncluding Guest ArtistsKarralyka Theatre at 7:30pm Mines Road, Ringwood East 3134

https://www.trybooking.com/UMPY Adult / Concession: $20 / $15. Special Family ticket for 5 people including competitor is $50.

Note: if you do not wish to use Try Booking, Hard copy forms for Section Entry, Teachers Multiple entry and the Final Concert can be downloaded from the website and posted with payment as per instructions on the form.

Thank you for supporting the Ringwood Eisteddfod Incorporated.

For Bookings and Enquiries please contact us on [email protected] or phone 03 925 41000.

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GENERAL RULES OF COMPETITIONPLEASE NOTE AND READ ALL RULESFailure to comply with any of the rules may involve disqualification and withholding of prizes and the decision of the committee in all questions of disputes shall be deemed final.

COMPETITORS ARE REQUIRED TO OBSERVE COPYRIGHT AND PRIVACY LAWS. CAMERAS, MICROPHONES, MOBILE PHONE, TABLET, CD, USB, DVD & VIDEO ARE NOT PERMITTED TO BE USED IN ANY PERFORMANCE, OR TO RECORD ANY PERFORMANCE.PLEASE NOTE: NO STUDENT SHALL COMPETE IN ANY SECTION WHERE THEIR TEACHER IS ADJUDICATING. COMPETITORS ARE ENTERED IN EACH SECTION AS THEIR ENTRIES ARRIVE AND WILL NOT BE CHANGED FROM THAT POSITION IN THE PROGRAMME:

1. Entries can be either or in writing by email or post. All entries must be accompanied by the fee with proof of payment if paying by EFT. If you require a receipt this will be emailed or posted if a stamped self addressed envelope is supplied. All money orders and cheques are to be made payable to “Ringwood Eisteddfod Inc.” Please Note: online bookings are preferred.

2. No entry fee will be refunded except where a section has been cancelled. The Committee reserves the right to cancel a section where the number of entries is less than 3.

3. Group Items – all entrants’ names and ages must be furnished at the time of entry.

4. Entries received after the official closing date of 3 May 2018 must include a late fee of $10 per competitor. Competitors will receive a “Notice of appearance” showing date, time and place of appearance and other necessary details.

5. Please note late entries accepted after 3 May 2018 may not be printed in the programme.

6. The committee reserves the right to provide an alternative Adjudicator, in any section, where the scheduled Adjudicator is unavailable, for whatever reason. In any such event NO ENTRY FEES WILL BE REFUNDED.

7. The Adjudicator may divide prizes and award certificates or if a satisfactory standard is not attained, the adjudicator may reduce or withdraw prizes and certificates. The adjudicator’s decision shall be final.

8. In all sections subject to an age limit, the age at the close of entries on 3 May 2018 shall be deemed the competitor’s age. Proof of age may be required prior to presentation of any prize.

9. Clear music copies of performance items must be provided for the adjudicator or the competitor may not be able to compete, at the discretion of the Adjudicator.

10. The Adjudicator’s decision on the result of any section shall be final.

11. Adjudicators will observe proper ethical conduct at all times in dealings with competitors, teachers and others having an interest in the outcome of any section. Communication with an Adjudicator either by competitor, teacher or other interested party during the competition is STRICTLY PROHIBITED. The Committee reserves the right to rule on any apparent breach and in such instances the Committee’s decision shall be final.

12. The official Accompanist is available for some sections. Competitors may use their own Accompanist if desired.

13. Where the official Accompanist is engaged clear, legal (as to copyright) manuscript must be provided TWO WEEKS PRIOR TO THE EVENT, or the service may be withdrawn at the official Accompanist’s discretion, ON THE DAY OF THE EVENT. Rehearsal fees are payable to the accompanist on the day of rehearsal.

14. The Committee reserves the right to reject any entry.

15. Competitors in any vocal section may sing in the original language if they so desire.

16. All competitors in the Ringwood Aria must sing in at least one other section.

17. For all Aggregate Trophies, points will be as follows: FIRST- 5 points, SECOND - 3 points, THIRD - 1 point.

18. The Ringwood Aria shall not be included in the Aggregate Points system.

19. The minimum age limit for all open vocal sections shall be 17 years.

20. Competitors must not present the same piece in more than one section, unless required

21. Competitors in any section not answering when called upon may forfeit their right to take part in that section, subject to a right of appeal to the Committee, which may, if it sees fit, allow a defaulter to take part.

22. Photos may be taken only when competitors receive their awards. Photos or video/aural recordings taken by audience members on any other occasion are strictly prohibited. On some occasions the Ringwood Eisteddfod Incorporated may take photos of participants for publicity and media representation. These images will solely be the property of Ringwood Eisteddfod Incorporated. All participating performers and audience members give full consent to these conditions.

23. The prizes for winners of all open sections will be presented at the Grand Final Concert, Saturday 14 July 2018, where they will perform. Failure to attend means forfeiture of their prize and the opportunity to compete for an overall winner’s prize.

24. NON-PRIZE WINNERS Section must not have received a prize in any Senior Vocal competition.

25. Each competitor will receive a Performance Certificate. Certificates and critiques are to be collected at the end of each section. If a competitor is unable to be present to collect the certificate and critique, and would like it mailed, a stamped self-addressed envelope including section and competitor number must be provided and left at the registration desk.

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