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THE EXECUTIVE COUNCIL OF THE JERSEY EISTEDDFOD – OFFICIAL NOTICES 2015
DATA PROTECTION (JERSEY) LAW 2005: To ensure confidentiality and privacy, all processing will
be carried out under the requirements of the Data Protection (Jersey) Law 2005. This information may
be disclosed and used outside the Jersey Eisteddfod where it is considered to be in the competitor’s
best interest. Should you require us to seek individual consent to these disclosures, please advise the
General Administrator in writing.
DISCLAIMER: The Executive Council of the Jersey Eisteddfod does not accept any liability in respect
of any person attending the venues used throughout the Festival. Minors are the responsibility of their
parent, guardian or teacher at all times. The rules of the Jersey Opera House, the Arts Centre and any
other venue shall prevail in respect of backstage access for any purpose.
PHOTOGRAPHS: It is common practice for names and photographs to be published in the local
media when the Jersey Eisteddfod holds either of its two Festivals. If you have any concerns in this
regard, please contact the General Administrator or Section Chairman who will ensure that your wishes
are respected.
COMPETITORS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS: Teachers and parents should be aware of their
responsibilities in entering performers with limited capabilities or special needs, bearing in mind the
limitations imposed by the stage and the surrounding environment. Teachers or parents should pass on
to the Adjudicator, via the organisers, any relevant information which might have an impact on the
Adjudicator’s task.
UNATTENDED PROPERTY: The Executive Council of the Jersey Eisteddfod will not be responsible
for the loss of any articles of value left in the theatre, either Backstage or Front of house.
INSURANCE: The Executive Council of the Jersey Eisteddfod does not hold insurance for
Competitors’ property. The responsibility for insuring personal property (e.g.: Musical instruments,
furniture, theatrical "properties", etc.) rests with the Competitor.
SONGS FROM THE SHOWS – VOCAL AND DANCE ENTRIES
All performances using music from shows in current production are subject to copyright law. Songs
from shows in current production may be sung as a concert item. i.e., with no costume or movement
without need for copyright permission. Where movement or costume is included in a performance
copyright permission is required and the Festival Committee accepts these entries on the basis that the
appropriate copyright permission has been sought. Performers or teachers with queries on how to
obtain copyright permission for performance items before making their entries should contact Festivals
House on 0906 302 130 - calls cost maximum of 50p per minute.
Eisteddfod General Administrator: Mrs. Christine Hamon
Tel. 01534 854529
Email address admin@jerseyeisteddfod.org.je
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MODERN LANGUAGES – 2015
EXECUTIVE COUNCIL OF THE JERSEY EISTEDDFOD – OFFICIAL NOTICES
DATA PROTECTION (JERSEY) LAW 2005: To ensure confidentiality and privacy, all
processing will be carried out under the requirements of the Data Protection (Jersey) Law
2005. This information may be disclosed and used outside the Jersey Eisteddfod where it is
considered to be in the competitor’s best interest. Should you require us to seek individual
consent to these disclosures, please advise the General Administrator in writing.
DISCLAIMER: The Executive Council of the Jersey Eisteddfod does not accept any liability in
respect of any person attending the venues used throughout the Festival. Minors are the
responsibility of their parent, guardian or teacher at all times. The rules of the Jersey Opera
House, the Arts Centre and any other venue shall prevail in respect of backstage access for
any purpose.
PHOTOGRAPHS: It is common practice for names and photographs to be published in the
local media when the Jersey Eisteddfod holds either of its two Festivals. If you have any
concerns in this regard, please contact the General Administrator or Section Chairman who will
ensure that your wishes are respected.
COMPETITORS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS: Teachers and parents should be aware of their
responsibilities in entering performers with limited capabilities or special needs, bearing in mind
the limitations imposed by the stage and the surrounding environment. Teachers or parents
should pass on to the Adjudicator, via the organisers, any relevant information which might
have an impact on the Adjudicator’s task.
UNATTENDED PROPERTY: The Executive Council of the Jersey Eisteddfod will not be
responsible for the loss of any articles of value left in the theatre, either Backstage or Front of
house.
INSURANCE: The Executive Council of the Jersey Eisteddfod does not hold insurance for
Competitors’ property. The responsibility for insuring personal property (e.g.: Musical
instruments, furniture, theatrical "properties", etc.) rests with the Competitor.
SONGS FROM THE SHOWS – VOCAL AND DANCE ENTRIES
All performances using music from shows in current production are subject to copyright law. Songs from shows in
current production may be sung as a concert item. i.e., with no costume or movement without need for copyright
permission. Where movement or costume is included in a performance copyright permission is required and the
Festival Committee accepts these entries on the basis that the appropriate copyright permission has been sought.
Performers or teachers with queries on how to obtain copyright permission for performance items before making their
entries should contact Festivals House on 0906 302 130 - calls cost maximum of 50p per minute.
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MODERN LANGUAGES - CONDITIONS OF ENTRY
 Competitions are open to all amateurs.
There are no residential restrictions.
Age is reckoned from 1st September in the year of the competition.
CONDITIONS OF PERFORMANCE
 Competitor(s)/teachers admitted free of charge to those sessions in which they are
taking part.
Only authorised officials may remain at the side of the stage during any competition.
In no circumstances will the making of unofficial sound, video or still photographic recordings
be permitted at any performance, presented or organised by the Executive Council of the
Jersey Eisteddfod.
MARKING WILL BE IN THE FOLLOWING CATEGORIES
PLATINUM Outstanding
GOLD
Distinction
SILVER
Commended
BRONZE
Merit
COPPER
Fair
TROPHIES AND VOUCHERS: These will be awarded to competitors who receive a Silver (or
above) certificate. The decision of the Adjudicator shall be final. Trophies won during last
year’s Eisteddfod must be returned on or before the Final Entry day. Competitors who fail to
return their trophy will have their entry refused.
DISPUTES: In the case of any dispute where the Adjudicator is unable to resolve the issue,
an Arbitration Committee shall be convened to settle the matter. The Committee shall consist
of the Chairman and Secretary, together with one of the Executive Officers acting as Chairman.
The dispute shall be submitted by the competitor to the Arbitration Committee in writing with a
£5 deposit, which shall not be refunded if the Committee deems the dispute petty or
unreasonable.
PROGRAMMES: Programmes outlining times and order of adjudication for all classes will be
available at W.H. Smith and the Jersey Arts Centre just before half-term prior to the
Competitions.
ENTRY FEES: Under 18 years
18 years and over
Duos
Group events
ENTRY FORMS:
£ 3.00
£ 5.00
£ 6.00
£14.00
At the back of this Syllabus and should be photocopied as necessary.
FINAL ENTRY DATE: Friday 25th September, 4 – 7.30 pm at the Town Hall.
CHEQUES:
Should be made payable to Jersey Eisteddfod.
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JAPANESE - 2015
COMPETITIONS: Monday 23rd November 6.30pm at the St. Helier Town Hall
CONDITIONS OF ENTRY
 All Classes are open to any age
 Scripts may be used in any class
 Copies of Own Choice pieces to be submitted by the end of October
 Titles and Authors to be announced from the stage
 Entry forms at the back of the syllabus
ABSENTEEISM / CANCELLATIONS
For cancellations or delays affecting group events, schools are requested to advise Ms. Ritsuko Coe on
07829 737 538.
The Jersey Eisteddfod reminds both competitors and audiences that there is an absolute ban
on any kind of unauthorised recordings of its proceedings, both during the performances and
backstage. As a result, the Jersey Eisteddfod takes no responsibility for any images that may
appear on any social media without permission.
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JAPANESE CLASSES 2015
Class 575 (Non - Native Speakers) Choose one of the following:
Poem title
Circus by Chuya Nakahara
or
Poem title
Asa no relay by Shuntaro Tanigawa
Class 576 (Non - Native Speakers)
Telling of Japanese Fairy Tale
Time Limit 4 minutes
Costume may be worn. Chairs may be used and scripts held.
Class 577 (Native Speakers)
Telling of Japanese Fairy Tale
Time Limit 4 minutes
Costume may be worn. Chairs may be used and scripts held.
Class 578 (Open to those who have one parent whose mother tongue is Japanese)
Telling of Japanese Fairy Tale
Time Limit 4 minutes
Costume may be worn. Chairs may be used and scripts held.
Class 579 (Non - Native Speakers)
Characterisation of scene from Japanese Film of their choice
Time Limit 3 minutes
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Classes 575
Circus
Ikujidaika ga arimashite
Chairoi senso arimashita
Ikujidaika ga arimashite
Fuyu wa shippu fukimashita
Ikujidaika ga arimashite
Konya koko deno hitosakari
Konya koko deno hitosakari
Circus-goya wa takai hari
Soko ni hitotsuno blanco da
Mierutomonai blanco da
Atama sakasa ni te o tarete
Yogore momen no yane no moto
Yuan yuyon yuyayuyon
Sore no chikaku no shiroi hi ga
Yasui ribbon to iki o haki
Kankyaku sama wa mina iwashi
Nondo ga narimasu kakigara to
Yuan yuyon yuyayuyon
Yagai wa makkura kura no kura
Yo wa koukou to fukemasuru
Rakka-gasame no nostalgia to
Yuan yuyon yuyayuon
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by Chuya Nakahara
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Asa no relay
by Shuntaro Tanigawa
Kamchatka no wakamono ga
Kirin no yume o miteiru toki
Mexico no musume wa
Asamoya no naka de bus o matteiru
New York no shoujo ga
Hohoemi nagara negaeri o utsu toki
Rome no shounen wa
Chutoh o someru asahi ni wink suru
Kono chikyu de wa
Itsumo dokoka de asa ga hajimatteiru
Bokura wa asa o relay-suru no da
Keido kara keido e to
Soushite iwaba koutai de chikyu o mamoru
Nemuru mae no hitotoki mimi o sumasu to
Dokoka tohku de mezamashi-dokei no bell ga natteiru
Sore wa anata no okutta asa o
Dareka ga shikkari to uketometa shouko nano da
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