General conditions for all NSPAS competitors
1Order of performance
Competitor's names will appear in the Programme in the order in which they will compete
unless pre-arranged by the stage manager.
All competitors must be in attendance at least 15 minutes prior to the commencement of the class.
The approximate start times will be listed in the programme. Those not present when called may, at the discretion of the
stage manager, forfeit the right to compete.
2Backstage
No person other than officials, performers, and stage prop handlers is permitted
backstage during performances.
3Photocopied Music
By law, it is not permitted to use photocopied music when performing on stage. However,
a photocopy or scanned digital copy may be given to the adjudicator.
4Cameras, Video Cameras, and Mobile Phones
Any photography, with or without flash, is strictly prohibited during performances.
Photography of your own child or student is allowed before or after the performance.
Video recording is NOT PERMITTED, except for approved school assessments such as
NCEA and IB and prior permission from the section convenor has been obtained in advance.
The convenor may require written confirmation from the school confirming the
necessity of the recording for assessment purposes.
5Prizes
Prizes will be awarded at the adjudicator's discretion.
If there are fewer than four entrants, only first prize may be awarded.
This rule may not apply to individually sponsored classes.
When two or more competitors tie for first place, the adjudicator has
the right to recall those performers to determine a winner. Should a first
equal be awarded, both the first and second prize monies will be amalgamated
and split equally.
6Trophies
All trophies are the property of the Society.
Please return your trophies each year to the addresses specified by each section convenors.
Engraving of trophies and cups is the responsibility of the winner;
please ensure conformity of size, style, and detail with previous years’ winners.
7Duplication of items
The same item may not be entered twice in the competition.
Junior Vocal Section Rules
Official pianist is Rachel Song -
email (rachelsingasong@gmail.com)
It is essential that you contact the official pianist as soon as possible
so that your rehearsal times can be arranged. For out-of-town entrants who
need to use the official pianist, special arrangements may be arranged
providing adequate notice is given.
1Eligibility
This competition is for amateurs only and is not open to professional singers.
2Entries
The closing date for entries is 15-Mar-2024.
NO LATE ENTRIES will be accepted after the closing date.
The Base Entry Fee is $35 and non-refundable under any circumstances. Entry Fees are $15 per class unless mentioned in the class description. The full Fee is non-refundable once the competition programme has been finalised and published on the website.
Entries are to be completed on our website www.nspas.nz.
Fees should be paid by internet banking to ASB account 12-3015-0496524-02 (provide the competitor's first name and surname as Reference, e.g., J Bloggs). No entries will be accepted without FULL PAYMENT prior to the closing date.
The Base Entry Fee is $35 and non-refundable under any circumstances. Entry Fees are $15 per class unless mentioned in the class description. The full Fee is non-refundable once the competition programme has been finalised and published on the website.
Entries are to be completed on our website www.nspas.nz.
Fees should be paid by internet banking to ASB account 12-3015-0496524-02 (provide the competitor's first name and surname as Reference, e.g., J Bloggs). No entries will be accepted without FULL PAYMENT prior to the closing date.
3Age limits
Age limits are detailed in the class descriptions. Age is reckoned as at Mar 1 of each year.
4Time limits
Time limits will be strictly observed. The Adjudicator has the option of
ringing the bell when the time limit has been reached.
The adjudicator will deduct one mark for every 10 seconds exceeding the time limit.
5Titles
Full song titles and surnames of composers must be supplied on your entry form.
No change of item will be permitted after the programme is finalised.
Important: No item may be sung more than once in the competition.
Important: No item may be sung more than once in the competition.
6Music
Music for the adjudicator must be handed to the stage manager no later
than 15 minutes prior to the commencement of each class.
Each music must state clearly on the front page (ideally top right-hand corner):
Full Name, Class Number, and Programme Number of the class.
Competitors whose music is not handed in before the commencement of the class may,
at the discretion of the convenor, forfeit their right to compete.
7Duets/Trios/Quartets
Competitors may not appear more than once in each class.
8Definition
Ballad: A narrative poem in short stanzas of popular origin,
or an expression of a simple emotion, originally sung to a repeated tune.
Duets/Trios/Quartets: A musical composition, including musical theatre, for two or more performers in which all the performers have equal importance to the piece, often a composition involving two or more singers.
Folk Song: A song of which the music and text have been handed down by oral tradition among common people.
Lieder or Lied: An Art Song sung in German.
Duets/Trios/Quartets: A musical composition, including musical theatre, for two or more performers in which all the performers have equal importance to the piece, often a composition involving two or more singers.
Folk Song: A song of which the music and text have been handed down by oral tradition among common people.
Lieder or Lied: An Art Song sung in German.
9Prizes
Unless otherwise mentioned in the syllabus, monetary prizes will be awarded as follows:
1st $25.00
2nd $20.00
3rd $15.00
1st $25.00
2nd $20.00
3rd $15.00
SPECIAL AWARDS: Junior Vocal
Pearl Broad Memorial Cup
This cup and $25.00 will be awarded by the adjudicator to the
most promising vocalist in the 14 and 15 age group
Elisabeth Gibson Memorial Cup
This cup and $50.00 will be awarded by the adjudicator to the most
promising vocalist in the 16 and 17 age group.
Ellery Cup
This cup and $40.00 will be awarded to the competitor gaining the highest
overall marks in classes 215(b), 216(b), 217(b) and 218(b). (10 and 11 years)
Belcher Cup
This cup and $25.00 will be awarded to the competitor gaining the highest
overall marks in classes 215(a), 216(a), 217(a) and 218(a). (9 years and under).
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