Vocal syllabus

Syllabus
2015
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West Auckland Performing Arts
Competitions
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25th
Youth Mini Festival
June / July 2015
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WEST AUCKLAND PERFORMING ARTS COMPETITIONS
Committee
Chairperson Mr Clark James
Secretary /Treasurer: Mrs E. Noffke
Committee: Miss JulieTaylor
Mrs Kay Fillery
Miss Kareena D’Souza
Ms Christine Davern
Miss Megan Teh
Mrs Jade Noffke
Blockhouse Bay Community Centre Co-ordinator, Graham Edwards & Maree Fraser
Hon Auditor: Mr P. Harrop
Secretary Postal Address:
Mrs E. Noffke 20 Kay Drive, Blockhouse Bay. Ph: 626 6862
Email [email protected] or [email protected]
Venues:
Piano, Vocal, Instrumental & Speech at Blockhouse Bay Community Centre,
524 Blockhouse Bay Road. June – July 2015.
Adjudicators:
Will be announced in the printed programme.
Donations & Grants:
In presenting the 2015 Festival of Performing Arts, we gratefully acknowledge assistance
in the past has been received from:
NZ LOTTERIES BOARD
NORTHERN REGIONAL ARTS COUNCIL
AVONDALE COMMUNITY BOARD
PIANO TRADERS LTD
PIANO SERVICES
ANTHONY HOLLOWS
AOTEA YOUTH SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
KIM NADEN
TE ATA I.T.C. CLUB
AUCKLAND CLEF MUSIC CLUB
CHINESE GROUP SUPPORTING MUSIC
MAPLE.S MUSIC
A Special thank you to all Sponsors of classes, without whose help we could
not have a Festival.
All help during the Festival is appreciated
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WEST AUCKLAND PERFORMING ARTS COMPETITIONS
General Rules and Conditions:
Please read the general rules and conditions carefully. Strict observance of these rules
must be followed, otherwise entries will be returned.
Entries Close:
On the 1st May 2015, late entries - 7th May carry a $3 fine. No entries accepted after this
date. Fees must be paid AT THE TIME OF ENTRY, and no entry will be recorded which
is not accompanied by fees in full.
Post entries to Secretary, West Auckland Performing Arts Competitions,
20 Kay Drive, Blockhouse Bay, Auckland 7.
1.
Entries will not be accepted unless on the official entry forms provided in the
Syllabus (or photocopies). One entry per person, or group entry per class.
Entry fees will not be refunded, unless class cancelled.
Entry Fees for all classes appear at the beginning of each section.
Please do not give a post office box number for an address, or a mobile phone
number as the only means of contact.
Check List
1. Entry, class number, title of piece. Please fill out all details on the entry form.
2. Include correct payment for class fees
3. Include payment for programme
4. Include late entry fee if after the 1st May
5. Include a stamped addressed envelope for your programme to be posted Size 114x224 mm with correct postage, larger envelope cost more.
2.
Competitors
These competitions are not open to professional performers.
Professional is any performer who has achieved this status by qualification or
experience and whose income and chosen career requires them to be recognized
(classified) as a professional.
3.
Age Limit
Competitions in 2015 are for persons 20 years and under, with the exception of
the vocal classes where the age limit is 21 years.
Competitors in age restricted classes must be prepared to produce birth
certificates if required. Age shall be reckoned as at the 1st of May each year.
Age must be shown on entry form.
4.
Judges
Communication with judges, either by competitors, teachers or other interested
parties, prior to or during competitions, is absolutely prohibited.
5.
Prizes
Except as hereinafter provided there shall be at least THREE competitors in each
class, otherwise no prize shall be awarded.
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When two or more competitors tie for the first prize, the first and second prize
will be divided between them and no second prize will be given. No prize will be
awarded unless at least half marks are obtained. The judges have the power to
withhold, at their discretion, the first or any prize.
6.
Opening of Competitions. Competitions will be conducted morning,
afternoon and evening, according to timetable, as set out in programme.
7.
Trophies .All trophies, unless otherwise stated, remain the property of the
West Auckland Performing Arts Competitions, are held for eleven months only,
and must be returned by the 1st June the following year, to the Secretary, ph: 6266862. Winners of trophies will be asked to record their name and phone number
in the trophy holding record book.
Engraving Is the responsibility of the winner.
8.
Order of Performance Competitors` names will appear in the programme in the
order in which they compete, but all competitors must be in attendance at the time
of the commencement of their section. Those not present when called upon shall,
at the discretion of the stage manager, forfeit their right to compete.
9.
Prompting No prompting or assistance of any kind may be rendered during a
performance except by the Judge.
10.
Accompanists Please note - No official Accompanist will be provided for the
vocal, instrumental section, piano and violin concerto classes for 2015
11.
Rehearsals Competitors may arrange a rehearsal with an accompanist by own
arrangement, giving seven days notice.
Rehearsals must be paid for by the competitor at the time of rehearsal, both for
vocal and instrumental, at a fee to be arranged with the accompanist.
Competitors are permitted to have their own accompanist.
12.
Own Selections
The title of all selection items must be inserted on the entry form, entries with no
title will not be accepted.
Competitors must hand copies to the door keeper in ample time before the time
scheduled for the commencement of the class. All copies must have the class
number and the competitor's name and number clearly marked on the top right
hand corner. Copies may be collected on completion of the class.
13.
Time Limit Unless otherwise stated, four minutes. Failure to comply with this
rule may disqualify any competitors. The time limit includes (where applicable)
time required for setting the stage. At the discretion of the judges, competitors
may be asked to omit repeats and D.C's.
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14.
Duets
Competitors may not appear twice in the same duet class even with a different
partner. (Does not apply to Instrumental Chamber Group).
15.
Competitors
Will not be permitted to give the same item in more than one class.
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Properties
In the Dramatic Sections no heavy properties will be allowed and only light
properties may be permitted at the discretion of the stage manager.
17.
Stage No person other than officials will be allowed back stage or at the sides of
the stage.
18.
Restricted Classes These classes are open to competitors who have not at the time
of making entry won a first prize (as stated in the Syllabus) at this or any similar
competition.
19.
Cameras and Video Tapes
Photography, video taping and recording of competitors performing on stage are
not permitted by the public. Parents may video tape (with discretion), their child
performing.
20.
Changes to Entry
After it has been received by the secretary and before the printing of the
programme must be in writing. Competitors cannot change an item once it has
been printed in the programme. Competitors must SIGN entry form.
21.
Programmes
Every competitior must order a programme on entry form, paid for at the time of
entry. Programmes will be posted to competitor. No programmes will be issued
free. Please include a stamped addressed envelope with the correct stamp and
competitors name on the envelope - size DLE 225 x 114mm. Larger envelopes
cost more to post, please pay extra postage.
22
There are no restrictions on previous winners entering classes, with the exception
of Restricted Classes.
23.
Photocopies of music are not permitted on stage. Please use original music.
24.
Mobile phones: On entering the hall please switch mobile phones off.
26.
Please supply at the competitions a stamped addressed envelope A4 size for
certificates and reports to be posted if not waiting for the results on the day.
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SPECIAL AWARDS
PIANO FESTIVAL CUP Awarded by adjudicator, to a most impressive item in
the Piano section. Donated by Karen Noffke.
Plus $60 donated by Maple’s Music New Market.
CALUM BARNABY TROPHY donated by Robin Barnaby for competitor
Class 1 & 5, Under 10 years. Baroque or Classical / Romantic or Modern AVONDALE COMMUNITY BOARD CUP for competitor with the highest
Class 2 & 6, 10 and 11 years Baroque / Classical / Romantic or Modern
AH CHAN CUP for competitor with the highest combined total.
Class 3 & 7 - 12 and 13 years Baroque or Classical / Romantic or Modern,
BARBARA BENTHAM CUP for competitor with the highest combined total.
Class 4 & 8 - 14 & 16 years Baroque or Classical / Romantic or Modern
IVORY KEYS CUP Anonymous donor.
Class 10 Pianoforte Solo Restricted10 and 11 years,
EBONY KEYS CUP donated by Elizabeth Noffke Class 11 Pianoforte Solo
Restricted 12 and 13 years.
PRELUDE TROPHY donated by Sharlene Penman.
Class 12 Pianoforte Solo Restricted 14 to 16 years
BLOCKHOUSE BAY COMMUNITY CENTRE CUP
donated by Blockhouse Bay Community Centre.
Class 13 Junior Recital age 10 and 12 years
ELIZABETH NOFFKE CUP donated by Doug Noffke
Class 14 Intermediate Recital 13 to 15 years
SENIOR PIANO DUET Class 15 donated by Sharlene Penman
Open under 20
WON BY TWO TROPHY donated by Sharlene Penman
Class 16 Piano Duet Under 12 years
INSTITUTE OF REGISTERED MUSIC TEACHERS CUP donated by Auckland
Branch Class 17 Sonata Movement 15 to 20 years
ROMANZA CUP donated by B.& T Mosley
Class 18 Romantic Composer age 12 - 16
RAMON OPIE MEMORIAL CUP donated by Elizabeth Noffke
Class 19 J.S. Bach 15 to 20 years
JEAN PHILLPOTTS CUP donated by Jean Phillpotts.
Class 20 Pianoforte Accompanist 13 to 20 years
SHARLENE PENMAN DUO TROPHY donated by Sharlene Penman.
Class 21 Piano Duo, Open under 20 years
QUAVER TROPHY DUO TROPHY (replacing previous trophy)
CADENZA CUP donated by West Auckland Student Performers Group.
Class 22 Pianoforte Concerto 12 years to and including 18 years
AUCKLAND CLEF MUSIC CLUB and Minature Class 24 Senior Piano Recital,
aged 16 - 21 years, donated by the Auckland Clef Music Club
RAMON OPIE MEMORIAL CUP donated by Elizabeth Noffke
Class 24 Senior Piano Recital aged 16 to 21 years
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VOCAL SECTION
Convener Christine Davern and Betty Noffke Ph 6266862
Dates 6th & 7th June 2015 Venue Blockhouse Bay Community Centre 524
Blockhouse Bay Road
SPECIAL AWARDS
VOCAL FESTIVAL CUP Awarded by adjudicator, to a most impressive item in the
Vocal section. Donated by Christina Tynan, Christine Yeardley - Davern & Fay McNeil,
plus Special Award $25 donated by Auckland Clef Music Club.
Classes 62 & 63….. 9 years and under ARIETTA TROPHY donated by WAPAC
Classes 64,65,66,67......10 and 11 years MARGO ROBERTS TROPHY donated by
Margo Roberts.
Classes 68,69,70,71.....12 and 13 years ROBERT FREEMAN MEMORIAL CUP
donated by R & R Barnaby for competitor with the highest combined total.
Classes 72,73,74,75.....14 to 15 years VICKY MARTIN TROPHY donated by Merle
Martin, for competitor with the highest combined total.
Class 79 16 to 18 years RAMON OPIE MEMORIAL CUP VOCAL
Class 81 18 – 30 years WAPAC SENIOR VOCAL RECITAL
Entry fees $7 per entry .
Prize money 1st $13, 2nd $10, 3rd $7
Please supply 2nd copy of music for adjudicator.
Candidates must supply title of item on entry form.
Age as at the 1st of May 2013- all classes - boys or girls.
No Official Accompanist for 2015
CLASSES:
AGE 9 years and under - own selection ARIETTA TROPHY
62.
63.
Vocal Solo
Song in Costume
AGE 10 and 11 years- own selection MARGO ROBERTS TROPHY
Classes 64 & 65 - Prize money donated by WAPAC.
64.
Vocal Solo
65.
National or Folk Song
66.
Sacred Solo
67.
Song in Costume
(action optional)
AGE
68
69
70
71
12 and 13 years- own selection ROBERT FREEMAN MEMORIAL CUP
Vocal Solo
National or Folk Song
Sacred Solo
Song in Costume
(action optional)
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Classes 72 to 75 Prize money donated by Gordons Nursery 1st prize $20,
2nd prize $10, 3rd prize $7
AGE 14 – 16 years - own selection (see Special Awards) VICKY MARTIN TROPHY
CLASSES
72.
Vocal Solo
73.
National or Folk Song
74.
Sacred Solo
75.
Song in Costume
AGE 10 to 16 years
76.
Scottish or Hebridean Song - own selection
AGE 10 to 18 years
77.
Vocal Duet – Two names please.
AGE 17 to 21 years
78.
Scottish or Hebridean Song - own selection
RAMON OPIE MEMORIAL RECITAL CLASS
Ramon Opie QSM 1917-1995 Prominent Auckland tenor who was a soloist for the NZ
Opera Company, Auckland Choral Society, Grand Opera Society and many others.
AGE 16 to 20 years inclusive - own selection. Semi formal dress required please.
Time Limit 15 mins.
RAMON OPIE MEMORIAL CUP VOCAL – 1st Prize $80, 2nd $40 3rd $30
Entry fee $16
There must be three entries received or class cancelled
Class 79. Recital - from Three Contrasting Periods - own selection.
There must be three entries received or class cancelled
Class 80.
Musical Comedy / Theatre Song Entry fee $9
AGE 16 – 20 years inclusive
1st $40 donated by Fay McNeil. 2nd $25, 3rd $15.
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WAPAC
SENIOR VOCAL RECITAL
For ages 18 - 30 years inclusive
1st prize $100, 2nd $50, 3rd $25
Entry Fee $21
Time Limit 15 minutes
Class 81.
(a) Candidates to prepare a balanced programme of three songs.
1. Classical Aria
2. Lied or Art Song
3. Own Choice
(b) Prepare a short introduction (one minute) of the programme contents to
precede the program.
Note: There must be three entries received or class will be cancelled.
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NOTICE BOARD
WEST AUCKLAND PERFORMING ARTS COMPETITIONS
CONCERT & FINALS 2015
Sunday 26th July 6:00pm
Beethoven Piano Concerto No 2 Op 19 in Bb major 1st movt
Mozart Violin Concerto in A major K 219 1st movt
Aotea Youth Symphony Orchestra
Blockhouse Bay Community Centre
Admission – Adults $6, Children & Senior Citizen $4
Volunteers required
Competitions can only continue to run successfully with
volunteers help.
Help is required on competition days for all sections.
 Sitting with the Judge
 At the door
 Certificates table
 Working on stage
 Kitchen
If you can help during a session please contact Betty Phone 626
6862
If you would like to sponsor a class please contact Betty.
Committee
WAPAC committee would benefit from new committee
members
Teachers, Interested Parents or Senior Students.
We have vacancies for three new members.
Join a winning team
Contact Betty Ph 6266862
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MEMBERSHIP
We invite you to become a subscribing member, to support the work done by the
West Auckland Performing Arts Competitions.
With your help, we will continue to make these competitions an annual event.
MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION FORM for 2015
- only if not indicated and paid on Entry Form
NAME ……………………………………………………………………………
ADDRESS………………………………………………………………………..
……………………………………………………………………………………
phone………………………………..
email…………………………………………
Send to - Secretary
West Auckland Performing Arts Competitions
20 Kay Drive
Blockhouse Bay
Auckland
Enclosed is my Subscription of $25 for 2015
Signed
Your Membership entitles you to
Free admission to all sessions (except Concert and Finals)
Free Programme.
Syllabus for next years competitions.
WEST AUCKLAND PERFORMING ARTS COMPETITIONS Entry Form 2015
Summary of Classes for one person in one Section. Please include correct payment.
PLEASE USE CAPITAL LETTERS (except email address)
Refer to Rule 1 on page 2 and rule 21 on page 4.
Surname or Family Name……………………………………………………...
First Names…………………………………………………………………..…
Age…………………………………………………..D.O.B…………………..
Competitor`s address (not PO Box)……………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………post code……..
Competitors home phone……………………………………………………….
Competitor’s email address……………………………………………………..
Teachers name………………………………………phone …………………
Teacher’s email address………………………………………………..
Please use official entry form and complete all sections (photo copies permitted)
Class Number / Class Description / Own Selection Title
(a)
(b)
(c)
/Composer /Author
/Entry Fee
(d)
(e)
1.
$
2.
$
3.
$
4.
$
5.
$
Instrumental & Vocal please add accompanist’s name to entry form
Name…..
Programme must be ordered and paid for on entry form- 1 per competitor $6 or 1 per
family (tick) $6
Please include a stamped addressed envelope with competitors name Size 114 x 224 mm
with correct postage with your entry. Larger envelops cost more to post, please pay the
correct amount.
Delete if not required
Annual Subscription $25
Late entry fee
$ 3
TOTAL…………………
I agree to be bound by the General Rules of the West Auckland Performing Arts
competitions.
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1. A separate entry form must be used for each person in one section.
2. Completed Entry Forms with all details required and with payment may be posted
to: Secretary, West Auckland Performing Arts Competitions, 20 Kay Drive
Blockhouse Bay Auckland 0600 Closing date 1st May 2015 (Late entries up
till 7th May, carry $3 fine).