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 may be given to the adjudicator.
4Cameras, Video Cameras, and Mobile Phones
The taking of photographs with or without flash is prohibited during a performance.
At either the commencement or end of the performance photographs may be taken of your own child or
student only, but due to misuse of the privilege, VIDEO recording is not permitted except for
NCEA assessment when permission from the section convenor must be obtained in advance before
any video recording is done.
Written confirmation from the school will be needed to show that the video is required for the
NCEA assessment.
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
by 1 Dec each year either by posting to NSPAS, PO Box 33111, Takapuna, Auckland 0740,
or by contacting the Convenor to arrange collection/delivery.
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
1Eligibility
This competition is for amateurs only and is not open to professional singers.
2Entries
The closing date for entries is 12-Mar-2019.
Entry Fees are $8.00 per class unless mentioned in the class description. In addition, a registration fee of $30.00 is payable. (one per family)
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).
Entry Fees are detailed at the start of the Syllabus and in the class description.
No entries will be accepted without FULL PAYMENT.
NO LATE ENTRIES will be accepted after the closing date.
Entry Fees are $8.00 per class unless mentioned in the class description. In addition, a registration fee of $30.00 is payable. (one per family)
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).
Entry Fees are detailed at the start of the Syllabus and in the class description.
No entries will be accepted without FULL PAYMENT.
NO LATE ENTRIES will be accepted after 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
You may hand in ALL your music for the entire competition at your first class.
This greatly assists the organisers with the smooth running of the competition.
Your music must state clearly on the top right-hand corner your name, class and
programme number of the class. Otherwise, judge's copies
must be handed in
no later than 15 minutes prior to the commencement of each 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.
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 this 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 $20.00
2nd $15.00
3rd $10.00
For the Under 14 age group, medals will be presented unless a monetary prize has been sponsored. Classes 215 (a) to 218(a)-8 years and under may be amalgamated with Classes 215 (b) to 218(b) 9 and 11 years if necessary.
1st $20.00
2nd $15.00
3rd $10.00
For the Under 14 age group, medals will be presented unless a monetary prize has been sponsored. Classes 215 (a) to 218(a)-8 years and under may be amalgamated with Classes 215 (b) to 218(b) 9 and 11 years if necessary.
SPECIAL AWARDS: Junior Vocal
Pearl Broad Memorial Cup
This cup and $50.00 will be awarded by the adjudicator to the
most promising vocalist in the 14 and under 16 age group
Elisabeth Gibson Memorial Cup
This cup and $75.00 will be awarded by the adjudicator to the most
promising vocalist in the 16 and under 18 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). (9 to 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). (8 years and under).
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