Contemporary Vocal

Saturday 2nd August 2025

VENUE: Balaklava Church of Christ – See Eisteddfod Venues page

​CONVENOR: Carolyn Goldney

​ADJUDICATOR: Libby O’Donovan OAM

Libby O’Donovan OAM is a “powerful and sassy performer” (SMH), renowned for her nuanced interpretations and extraordinary voice. Libby is the recipient of the Cabaret Icon Award and has received an OAM in recognition of her service as a critically acclaimed Jazz and Cabaret performer. Libby is also highly in demand as a composer, arranger and musical director, for which she has won a Green Room Award.

Libby has performed nationally and internationally as a cabaret artist, jazz singer and as part of many harmony groups, choirs and bands. She has recorded her own studio self-penned albums, as well as contributing to many other albums as a studio vocalist and co-writer.

DISCIPLINE INFORMATION

Entrants MUST read the Syllabus Notes for Saturday for detailed information and the Rules & Conditions of Entry

Sections will include solo and ensemble (2-5 voices)

SEE SYLLABUS page for details on how to enter.

Contemporary Vocal Sections:

Depending on number of entries, some SECTIONS may be divided, combined, cancelled or have entries CLOSED EARLY when capacity is reached

Junior Contemporary Vocal Solo – Age 12 & under

Intermediate Contemporary Vocal Solo – Age 13-15

Senior Contemporary Vocal Solo – Age 16-18

Open Contemporary Vocal Solo – Age 19 & over

ANNOUNCE CONTEMPORARY VOCAL SOLO CHAMPION

Contemporary Vocal Ensemble (2-5 voices) – Junior – all members 13 years & under

Contemporary Vocal Ensemble (2-5 voices) – Open – Ensembles with any members 14 years or over

ANNOUNCE CONTEMPORARY VOCAL ENSEMBLE CHAMPION

For full Program Outline with section details click HERE

(See the Program page for full program)