| 1. Adjudication Categories and Criteria |
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Categories A, B, C & D (Primary School, Secondary School, Junior College & Pre-University & Open):
- Full Orchestra
- 20 - 100 members (current student of institution) |
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Categories E & F (Ensemble and Traditional Music Groups):
- Minimum of 6 members
- No age limit |
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The contest performance consists of free choice of music pieces and free choice of orchestra formation.
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| 2. Time Allocation |
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Total Stage Presence Time No more than 15 minutes. |
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Total Performing Time 5 to 10 minutes. |
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| 3. Judging Criteria |
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Artistic aspect:
- Performance
- Music expression
- Articulation |
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Technical aspect:
- Tone quality
- Rhythm
- Melodiousness |
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Overall performance. |
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| 4. Awards |
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There is no determined number of Gold, Silver and Bronze Awards.
Participating groups will be awarded certificates based on their performances. |
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| 5. Allowance and Penalty |
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Deduction of 5 marks on overall score should performing time exceed 15 seconds. |
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Deduction of 5% on overall score should the bands report at least 10 minutes late. |
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| 6. Closing Date |
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Closing date for registration is 15 September 2007 |
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All performing group may participate in more than 1 category but repetition is not allowed. |
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Once entry form is submitted, changes of competition repertoire/music will be subjected to approval. |
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| 7. Others |
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All participating groups are to comply with the rules and regulations. |
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The Organizer reserves the right to impose a penalty for any infringement of the “Rules and Regulations” |
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The Organizer reserves the right to make necessary amendments to the“Rules and Regulations” without prior notice. |
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With respect to the professional team of judges, all judge’s decision will be final and no further correspondence will be entertained. |
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