291.1: Sydney Eisteddfod Cello Australia Warrick Dobbie Award (17 Years & Under) | Heats
Entry Information
All entrants are to submit a video recording along with supporting documentation for the heats via the Sydney Eisteddfod Entrant Portal. The video submission must be uploaded to the Sydney Eisteddfod Entrant Portal by 11.59 PM on Sunday, 7 Sept. 2025.
Entrant’s video submission must be a YouTube or Vimeo link. Please clearly indicate the work’s title and composer, along with the name of the entrant’s first and last in the title and/or description box (eg. Emily Jones: Prelude and Allegro by Fritz Kreisler). Please ensure the privacy settings of your upload allow third party viewing so our panellists can view.
Email: [email protected] if you have any questions relating to this submission method.
The following documentation will be required when submitting your application:
* A 150-word biography
* A publicity picture in colour as a JPEG file - in high resolution (minimum 2M.B.)
Finalists are expected to perform the same repertoire as presented in their video submission. Changes to repertoire cannot be accommodated for this event.
Adjudicator
Kurt Hess
Area of Specialty:
Cello
Important Notes
Conditions
All entrants are to submit a video recording along with supporting documentation for the heats via the Sydney Eisteddfod Entrant Portal. The video submission must be uploaded to the Sydney Eisteddfod Entrant Portal by 11.59 PM on Sunday, 7 Sept. 2025.
Entrant’s video submission must be a YouTube or Vimeo link. Please clearly indicate the work’s title and composer, along with the name of the entrant’s first and last in the title and/or description box (eg. Emily Jones: Prelude and Allegro by Fritz Kreisler). Please ensure the privacy settings of your upload allow third party viewing so our panellists can view.
Email: [email protected] if you have any questions relating to this submission method.
The following documentation will be required when submitting your application:
* A 150-word biography
* A publicity picture in colour as a JPEG file - in high resolution (minimum 2M.B.)
Finalists are expected to perform the same repertoire as presented in their video submission. Changes to repertoire cannot be accommodated for this event.
1. Previous winners not eligible.
2. Event is open to any instrumentalist who is a citizen or permanent resident of Australia or New Zealand. ~ Residency and proof of age documents will be cited by Sydney Eisteddfod staff upon progression to the Final. This can include a Birth Certificate, an Australian or New Zealand passport, or a permanent resident stamp. A driver’s licence is not acceptable.
3. Adjudicator reports will be written for the heats only. No marks will be given on these reports.
4. Accompaniment: Performances are for solo instrument with acoustic piano accompaniment unless the work chosen was composed specifically for solo instrument without accompaniment. No Official Accompanists are provided.
5. Up to 8 Finalists and two Reserve Finalists will be selected.
6. The Winner and Finalists must be reasonably available for media interviews and performance engagements. Sydney Eisteddfod will endeavour to continue to provide performance opportunities to alumni as a way of staying connected and nurturing the creative practices of all.
7. Please refer to the Instrumental Category Rules & Conditions of Entry.
Prizes
Sydney Eisteddfod Cello Australia Warrick Dobbie Award (17 Years & Under) - $1200