SYLLABUS 2024
VOCAL SECTION
September 20th/21st/22nd
Blockhouse Bay Community Centre
Vocal Convenor: Meghan Carppe
Adjudicator: Emma Sloman
Emma Sloman is an experienced and versatile soprano, teacher and performance workshop tutor. She has studied singing in Auckland, London and New York and is a former Emerging Artist (2002) and was a Resident Artist for several years with NZ Opera, including chorus work for over twenty five years. With NZ Opera has performed many small roles including Glasha (Katya Kabanova), Ensemble and cover for Mrs Lovett (Sweeny Todd), Cousin, Mother, cover Cio Cio San (Madama Butterfly), Santuzza cover (Cavalleria Rusticana), Countess cover (Le Nozze di Figaro). Other roles include Adele (Le Comte Ory), Suor Angelica and Suor Genevive (Suor Angelica), Nedda (Pagliacci) for Canterbury Opera; Mimi (La Boheme) for Hawkes Bay Opera; Rosalinda (Die Fledermaus), Governess (The Turn of the Screw), Magda (The Consul), and Madame Silverklang (The Impressario) for Opera Factory and several other acclaimed chamber opera roles. She has appeared as a soloist in concert with the Auckland Philharmonia, Bach Musica, Auckland Chamber Orchestra, Auckland Symphony Orchestra, Auckland Choral Society, Kiri te Kanawa backing ensembles, Rotorua Lakeside, Black Barn Hawkes Bay and is a sought-after performer for corporate and private events. Emma has taught singing in several schools and has been the administrator and workshop tutor at Opera Factory for many years. She has enjoyed adjudicating for many Junior Vocal competition societies around the North Island and is thrilled to be back at WAPAC this year.
Official Accompanist:
Erin Fagan. Email e_fagan@hotmail.co.nz Phone: 02102403314
Entry Fees:
Enter the competition online from the 1st of August 2024.
$10 per class, unless otherwise stated.
$30 per competitor administration fee, per section.
The administration fee includes:
Entry into one section of the competition.
Family members enter free—no door charges.
Each family is automatically entitled to a WAPAC membership.
Prize Money (unless otherwise stated):
1st place: $30
2nd place: $20
3rd place: $10
Age Reckoning: Age shall be reckoned as of 1st July 2024. Age must be stated on the entry form. WAPAC reserves the right to request a copy of a birth certificate or passport for proof of age.
Competition Rules: Please read the competition rules located on the ‘Competition Information’ section of the WAPAC website: WAPAC Website
Note: Pre-recorded instrumental backing tracks may be used for Class 281 only.
Due to time restrictions overall, there may be a maximum number of entrants for each class; we advise teachers/parents to get their entries in early to avoid disappointment should the class be full.
SPECIAL AWARDS
Vocal Festival Cup:
Awarded to the most impressive item in the vocal section.
Donated by Christina Tynan, Christine Yeardley-Daverne, and Fay McNeil, plus a special award of $40, sponsored by Anne Shanks.
Pae Tawhiti Award:
Two scholarships for singers showing particular promise for their future singing.
$250 each, to be awarded to their designated teacher on receipt of an invoice. Donated by Juan Kim.
Arietta Trophy:
Classes 201, 202, 203, 204, 205 (Under 10 years)
Sponsored by Strike a Chord Music Studio.
Margo Roberts Trophy:
Classes 211, 212, 213, 214, 215 (10 and 11 years)
Sponsored by Christine Yeardley-Daverne.
Robert Freeman Memorial Cup:
Classes 221, 222, 223, 224, 225 (12 and 13 years)
Donated by R&R Barnaby. Sponsored by The Singing Studio.
Vicky Martin Trophy:
Classes 231, 232, 233, 234, 235 (14 and 15 years)
Donated by Merle Martin. Sponsored by The Music Room.
Ramon Opie Memorial Cup:
Class 261 (16 to 19 years)
Donated by Elizabeth Noffke, sponsored by Opera Factory Trust Fund.
WAPAC Senior Vocal Recital:
Class 271 (20 to 25 years)
Sponsored by Opera Factory Trust Fund.
WAPAC Music Theatre Trophy:
Class 281 (16 to 20 years)
Donated and sponsored by Fay McNeil.
Kotuku Cup
Donated by Margaret Lindsay and Catherine Oxenham
GENERAL CLASSES
201 VOCAL CHAMPIONSHIP – Under 10 years. $10 entry fee.
Competitors must enter this class and classes 202, 203, 204, 205. The person with the highest marks wins the Arietta Trophy and $30.
202 Vocal Solo
203 National or Folk Song
204 Sacred/Spiritual/Gospel (must have a biblical reference)
205 Song in Costume (actions optional)
211 VOCAL CHAMPIONSHIP – 10 and 11 years. $10 entry fee.
Competitors must enter this class and classes 212, 213, 214, 215. The person with the highest marks wins the Margo Roberts Trophy and $30.
212 Vocal Solo
213 National or Folk
214 Sacred/Spiritual/Gospel (must have a biblical reference)
215 Song in Costume (actions optional)
221 VOCAL CHAMPIONSHIP – 12 and 13 years. $10 entry fee.
Competitors must enter this class and classes 222, 223, 224, 225. The person with the highest marks wins the Robert Freeman Memorial Cup and $30.
222 Vocal Solo
223 National or Folk
224 Sacred/Spiritual/Gospel (must have a biblical reference)
225 Song in Costume (actions optional)
231 VOCAL CHAMPIONSHIP – 14 and 15 years. $10 entry fee.
Competitors must enter this class and classes 232, 233, 234, 235. The person with the highest marks wins the Vicki Martin Trophy and $30.
232 Vocal Solo
233 National or Folk
234 Sacred/Spiritual/Gospel (must have a biblical reference)
235 Song in Costume (actions optional)
NATIONAL OR FOLK SONG FROM THE UK and Ireland
241 15 years and under
242 16 – 20 years
VOCAL ENSEMBLE – Duet, trio, or group. Own selection. 15 years and under.
251 Only one entry per group.
RECITAL CLASSES
261 RAMON OPIE MEMORIAL CUP RECITAL: 16 to 19 years. Entry fee $15
Ramon Opie QSM 1917-1995 was a prominent Auckland-based tenor who was a soloist for the NZ Opera Company, Auckland Choral Society, Grand Opera Society, and many others.
The recital must include three songs from three contrasting periods of your own choice.
Time limit: 15 mins
Prize money: 1st $80, 2nd $60, 3rd $30
271 WAPAC SENIOR VOCAL RECITAL: 20 to 25 years. Entry fee $15
Candidates must prepare a balanced programme of three songs. It must include Classical Aria, Lieder, or Art Song, and Own Choice.
A short introduction of no longer than one minute is to be presented prior to commencing.
Time limit: 15 mins
Semi-formal dress is required.
Prize Money: 1st $125, 2nd $75, 3rd $50
281 MUSICAL THEATRE 16 to 25 years. Entry Fee $15
Candidates must prepare two contrasting selections – In Costume. Songs will not be sung consecutively to ensure time for the costume change.
Prize money: 1st $125, 2nd $75, 3rd $50
Sponsored by Fay McNeil
NB: Pre-recorded instrumental backing tracks may be used for Class 281 only. The competitor must supply their own recording and means of portable amplification. The competitor must be independent with setup and pack down and able to achieve setup in less than 2 minutes immediately prior to their performance. If the competitor is unable to achieve timely setup, they may forfeit their chance to perform. There will be no rehearsal.
KOTUKU CUP
We regret that this class is not running this year. We hope for its return in 2025.
