Instrumental Ensemble

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  • Closing date for applications: Sunday 7 December 2025
  • Successful applicants notified by: Thursday 18 December 2025
  • First day of competitions: Wednesday 8 July 2026

E1. INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLE (Thursday 9 July 2026)

Prizes: 1st International Trophy and £300, 2nd £200, 3rd £100.

  • Instrumental ensembles of at least 3 members of any age.
  • Ensembles are required to present a programme of at least two contrasting pieces in any style or genre lasting up to 8 minutes in total.
  • Ensembles can comprise of any combination of instruments, including trios, quartets and larger ensembles.
  • Ensembles are expected to undertake an additional public performance on either our outside stages on the Eisteddfod field or at other local venues.

 

E2. COMMUNITY BANDS (Saturday 11 July 2026)

Prizes: 1st International Trophy and £300, 2nd £200, 3rd £100.

  • Community bands including Brass, Wind and Concert Bands.
  • There is no upper or lower age limit for this group.
  • Performance no longer than 12 minutes in total.
  • Programme should include at least two contrasting pieces, one of which must be a piece by a composer from the UK.