The competitions
41. Harp Solo Years 6 and under
Own choice no longer than 3 minutes
42. String Solo (with the exception of guitar) Years 6 and under
Own choice no longer than 3 minutes
43. Guitar Solo Year 6 and under
Own choice no longer than 3 minutes
This competition will not be appearing on the pavilion stage
44 Woodwind Solo Years 6 and under
Own choice no longer than 3 minutes
45. Brass Solo Years 6 and under
Own choice no longer than 3 minutes
46. Piano Solo Years 6 and under
Own choice no longer than 3 minutes
47. Percussion Solo Year 6 and under**
Own choice no longer than 3 minutes
It is permitted to use your own equipment
See Instrumental rules page 33
This competition will not be appearing on the pavilion stage
48. Recorder Party Years 6 and under, No more than 16 in number
Own choice, in three parts or more.
The whole performance no longer than 3 minutes
It is expected for the group to present a full score of the music (see Instrumental Rule no 6)
Various recorders may be used.
A conductor is permitted. An accompanist is not allowed.
49. Instrumental Ensemble Years 6 and under, 3 - 10 in number
Present a programme no longer than 4 minutes.
Each instrument must have its own individual part.
A conductor is not permitted. A recorder party is not allowed.
It is expected for the group to present a full score of the music (see Instrumental Rule no 6)
50. Orchestra / Band Year 6 and under, Over 10 in number
Own choice no longer than 3 minutes
Any combination of instruments except a recorder party is permitted. Up to three minutes is allowed for tuning and setting up.
A conductor is permitted. An accompanist is not permitted.
It is expected for the group to present a full score of the music (see Instrumental Rule no 6)
51. Creative Music Group Year 6 and under, No more than 30 in number
Theme: Bwrlwm (Hustle and Bustle)
An original vocal and instrumental interpretation no longer than 4 minutes
Any combination of instruments except a recorder party is permitted. A conductor is permitted. An accompanist is not allowed.
The group should be ready to perform immediately after arriving on stage.
52 Creative Music Group – Schools/Units with Additional Educational Needs (Severe and Moderate) No more than 30 in number
Theme: Bwrlwm (Hustle and Bustle)
An original vocal and instrumental interpretation no longer than 4 minutes.
A conductor is permitted. An accompanist is not allowed.
The group should be ready to perform immediately after arriving on stage.
This competition is not held during the local and county Eisteddfod
A preliminary hearing will be held during March, see page 71 if competing. Closing Date 1 March 2019
53. Harp Solo Years 7 - 9
Own choice no longer than 5 minutes
54. String Solo (with the exception of guitar) Years 7 – 9
Own choice no longer than 5 minutes
55. Guitar Solo Year 7 - 9
Own choice no longer than 5 minutes. This competition will not be appearing on the pavilion stage
56. Woodwind Solo Years 7- 9
Own choice no longer than 5 minutes
57. Brass Solo Years 7 - 9
Own choice no longer than 5 minutes
58. Piano Solo Years 7 - 9
Own choice no longer than 5 minutes
59. Percussion Solo Year 7 – 9
Own choice no longer than 5 minutes
It is permitted to use your own equipment
See Instrumental rules page 33
This competition will not be appearing on the pavilion stage
60. Ensemble Years 7, 8 and 9, 3 - 10 in number
Present a programme no longer than 5 minutes.
Each instrument must have its own individual part.
A conductor is not allowed.
It is not permitted to perform the same piece by the same performers in competitions 53-59
It is expected for every group to be ready to perform immediately after arriving on stage.
It is expected for the group to provide a complete music score. (See Instrumental Rule no 6)
61. Harp Solo Year 10 and under 19
Own choice no longer than 7 minutes
62. String Solo (with the exception of guitar) Year 10 and under 19
Own choice no longer than 7 minutes
63. Guitar Solo Year 10 and under 19
Own choice no longer than 7 minutes
See Instrumental rules page 33
This competition will not be appearing on the pavilion stage
64. Woodwind Solo Year 10 and under 19
Own choice no longer than 7 minutes
65. Brass Solo Year 10 and under 19
Own choice no longer than 7 minutes
66. Piano Solo Year 10 and under 19
Own choice no longer than 7 minutes
67. Percussion Solo Year 10 and under 19, Own choice no longer than 7 minutes
It is permitted to use your own equipment
See Instrumental rules page 33
This competition will not be appearing on the pavilion stage
68. Instrumental Duet Years 13 and under
Own choice no longer than 7 minutes
It is not permitted to perform the same piece/es as in individual competitions (41-47) (53-59) (61-67).
This is a competition for two persons only, it is not permitted e.g. to have two flutes and an accompanist.
69. Ensemble Year 10 and under 19, 3-10 in number
Present a programme no longer than 8 minutes.
Each instrument must have its own individual part
Any combination of instruments is allowed
A conductor is not permitted
It is not permitted to perform the same piece/es as in competition 61 – 68 by the same competitors
It is expected for the ensemble to present a full score of the music (See Instrumental Rule 6)
Every member of the ‘School Ensemble’ must be pupils at that school
70. Instrumental Solo 19 - 25 years
Own choice no longer than 7 minutes
71. Instrumental Ensemble 19 - 25 years, 3-10 in number
Present a programme no longer than 8 minutes.
Each instrument must have its own individual part
Any combination of instruments is allowed
A conductor is not permitted
It is expected for the ensemble to present a full score of the music (See Instrumental Rule 6)
Every member of the ‘School Ensemble’ must be pupils at that school
72. Orchestra / Band under 19 years, no less than 10 in number
Present a programme no longer than 8 minutes
Tuning time – up to 5 minutes.
A conductor is allowed.
It is expected for the group to present a full score of the music (see Instrumental Rule 6)
Every member of the School Band/Orchestra must be pupils at that school