Rock Band

Friday 31st July 2026

* Only TWO entries allowed in this discipline per school

* Only ONE Senior Rock Band may be entered due to this section’s popularity – Advise immediately of any withdrawals

VENUE – All sections will be held at the Balaklava Town Hall – See Eisteddfod Venues page

​CONVENOR: Kate Walker

ADJUDICATOR: Nick O’Connor

Nick loves music and what it can do for young people, their families, and our community. Supporting young people for over two decades at The Northern Sound System and now at Carclew, Nick has proven his commitment to building music projects and pathways in South Australia.

A big fan of making music, Nick’s past projects have led to lots of fun writing, recording and performing around Australia and overseas. His most recent project Heaps Good Friends have over 3 million streams and have played in some of Australia’s most iconic venues. He’s most comfy in his home studio though, chasing melodies on vintage synths.

GENERAL DISCIPLINE INFORMATION

* A letter will be emailed to all Rock Band entrants, closer to the Balaklava Eisteddfod date, with detailed information about what is expected.

Entrants MUST read the Syllabus Notes for Friday 31st July 2026 for detailed information and the Rules & Conditions of Entry​

Rock Bands consist of 4-9 members only. An interchange of 2 members is allowed as long as there are no more than 9 on stage at any one time.

SEE SYLLABUS page for details on how to enter.

Rock Band Sections

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

9.00am – Junior Rock Band – Year 6 & under

10.15am – Intermediate Rock Band – Year 9 & under

12.30pm – Senior ‘A’ Rock Band – Year 12 & under

2.45pm – Senior ‘B’ Rock Band – Year 12 & under

ANNOUNCE ROCK BAND CHAMPION

For full Friday details click HERE (Updated 07/07/2026)

(See the Program page for full program)