Entrants

Entrants to the competition will receive sound advice on their performances from professional adjudicators, who have been trained for this task in accordance with the standards set by the British and International Federation of Festivals for Music, Dance, and Speech.

Adjudicators

The adjudicators will provide a written adjudication of each performance, giving valuable advice and suggestions for improvement.

Syllabus

Please note that nine non-competitive classes have been added to the syllabus, across a range of genres and ages (e.g. Adult Singers, Junior Choirs, Verse Speaking for years 1 to 6) In these classes feedback and advice will be given, but no marks. For further details, refer to the 2026 Syllabus, available on the Syllabus and Entry page. The rest of the festival remains competitive, where trophies can be won, and every entrant will receive a certificate.

Performers will be able to meet and enjoy the performances of others in their class or in different classes, as well as bringing along their family and friends to support them.