Definitionsa. OPEN CLASSES. Classes designated ‘open’ are open to all ages of competitor, but they must be amateurs. Please see General Rule on Status in the syllabus which clarifies this. b. ENSEMBLE. The term `Ensemble' implies more than one performer to a part and may be conducted, as distinct from a Chamber Music group, which is one to a part. c. LEVELS. Where indicated, in Instrumental and piano classes, Elementary is of Grade 1-2 standard; Transitional: Grades 3-4; Intermediate: Grades 5-6; Advanced: Grade 7 & above (any examining board). Copyrighta. The use of photo or other facsimile copies of printed music without the publisher's permission is forbidden as contrary to law. However, when an ‘own choice’ work is part of a volume, and not published separately, a copy may be made for the Adjudicator, provided that the competitor has already purchased a copy and the photocopy is retained and then destroyed by The Festival. b. No arrangement of music still under copyright is permitted, unless with written consent from the publisher. c. Songs from the Shows. All performances using music from shows in current production are subject to copyright law. They may be sung as a concert item, i.e. with no costume or movement, without the need for copyright permission. Where movement or costume are included in a performance, copyright permission is required and the Festival committee accepts these entries on the basis that the appropriate copyright permission has been granted. Performers or teachers with queries on how to obtain copyright permission for performance items should contact Festivals House (British and International Federation of Festivals) on 0906 302 1302 before making their entries. Choice of musicIt is suggested that performers announce chosen items before performing; as well as being courteous, it adds greatly to the interest and enjoyment of listeners. a Your choice of music to be performed should be specified on the entry form with all particulars (title, composer, publisher and duration). b Competitors may not offer the same item in different classes. c. A copy of ‘own choice’ items must be provided on the day for the Adjudicator, and also one in advance for an Official Accompanist, if required. This music must be sent to the relevant entry secretary by Saturday 12 February 2011. Choirs, Orchestras etcProfessional musicians are ineligible to take part in choirs, bands and orchestras etc other than as conductors or accompanists, or as permitted by the class description. Please refer to the General Rule 1 on Status in the syllabus. Time limitsPerformers exceeding time limits risk not being placed, at the discretion of the adjudicator. Entering more than one classWhere similar classes are designated Elementary, Transitional, Intermediate and Advanced, no one may enter more than one such level (unless offering different instruments) Accompanistsa. Official Accompanists are available for other Vocal and Instrumental classes by advance request to the relevant Entry Secretary and on receipt of payment. Any request for an official accompanist should be made at least two weeks before the start of Music week. The programme will indicate by (A) which competitors have paid for this service. Instrumental Classes: We regret that in 2012 there will not be an official accompanist for Advanced or Repertoire Instrumental classes. It may be possible to use one of the Festival's official accompanists by private arrangement.This must be arranged through the Entry Secretary . It may well be possible to arrange for a rehearsal with this accompanist at a fee to be negotiated privately.
b. Accompanist's fees, payable at time of Entry, are: All classes except Repertoire, Recital & Advanced classes £6.00
c. Please assist the Official Accompanist as follows:
The Music CommitteeReserves the right to cancel, combine or split classes according to the number of entries (very small classes may be cancelled or combined; ver large classes may be split).The committee may also make any alterations to the rules or entry criteria as are deemed necessary. Electrical EqupmentAll personal electrical equipment taken to a venue must be pre-tested and approved safe (PAT tested) and marked to this effect. This applies to anything that uses a mains socket , eg amp, CD player. The Portable Appliance Test can be routinely carried out by a local electrician. Failure to comply with the Music Rules may result in your performance being adjudicated but not placed General InformationWarm up facilitiesThe Festival has negotiated warm up rooms for performers as follows, but please note this is for warm up of instruments and use of piano is not guaranteed Venue: Guildhall A room in the building has been made available for most of Music Week. If you wish to use this, please contact the relevant Entry Secretary. This room should not be used without permission. Venue: Central United Reformed Church For most instrumental sessions a room in the building has been made available, no booking necessary. The Treasury steward in the venue will have the exact location on the day. Venue: Scout Hall A room in the building has been made available, no booking necessary EvaluationIn line with the recommendations from the British and International Federation of Festivals for Music, Dance & Speech there will be 6 categories of evaluation for Music: Fair, Moderate, Merit, Commended, Distinction and Outstanding. Marks are not given. CERTIFICATES and adjudication sheets will be given for all performances TROPHIES are awarded at the adjudicator's discretion, but generally only for categories Commended and above. please see General Rule 8. Only certain classes have trophy awards, the majority of awards now being non-returnable framed certificates or badges.
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