2026-2027 Application
Video Team
For Schools and Music Hubs
Who can enter
The entry must be submitted by an authorised teacher or staff member.
For Team Entries we have divided the competition into three age divisions.
01
Primary
Years 1–6
03
Senior Secondary
Years 10 –13
02
Junior Secondary
Years 7– 9
Age Divisions & Entry fees
Select the age division that matches your school team.
Enter the division of the oldest pupil performer.
Age Division | Performance Time Limit | Entry Fee |
|---|---|---|
Primary ( Year 1-6 ) | 10 mins | £82 |
Junior Secondary ( Year 7 - 9 ) | 10 mins | £88 |
Senior Secondary ( Year 10 - 13 ) | 10 mins | £92 |
Each entry requires a separate application and fee. Entry fees are not refunded for voluntary withdrawal, non-attendance or failure to submit a video.
Recording
Requirement
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2 contrasting own-choice works within a total maximum performance time of 10 minutes.
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One continuous, unedited video recorded for this entry.
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All registered performers must be identifiable in the recording, with faces, hands and instruments clearly visible as appropriate.
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Provide a directly playable Unlisted link and a legible score. No sign-in, access request or download may be required.
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AI-generated entries will not be allowed.
Your Performance
Performance Choices
In this competition, We focus on students’ understanding of their chosen music, their artistry, and the way they interpret and express it in performance.
Ensemble flexibility
One alumnus or tutor may take part for every 10 student performers.
Instrument & Entry Code
Team Entry | Primary (Year 1 - 6) | Junior Secondary ( Years 7-9 ) | Senior Secondary (Years 10–13) |
|---|---|---|---|
Band (Jazz) | E6101 | E6102 | E6103 |
Band (Rock / Pop / Electronic) | E6201 | E6202 | E6203 |
Band (World / Diverse Music) | E6301 | E6302 | E6303 |
Brass Ensemble | E6401 | E6402 | E6403 |
Choir / Vocal Group | E6501 | E6502 | E6503 |
Folk / Mixed Ensemble | E6701 | E6702 | E6703 |
Group (Acoustic Guitar / Classical Guitar) | E6801 | E6802 | E6803 |
Keyboard Ensemble | E6901 | E6902 | E6903 |
Orchestra – Large (20 players or more) | E7001 | E7002 | E7003 |
Orchestra – Mixed (10–19 players) | E7101 | E7102 | E7103 |
Other / Mixed Ensemble (2–9 players) | E7201 | E7202 | E7203 |
Percussion Ensemble | E7301 | E7302 | E7303 |
Diverse Abilities Ensemble (SEND Inclusive Ensemble) | E7401 | E7402 | E7403 |
String Ensemble | E7501 | E7502 | E7503 |
Other Ensemble | E7601 | E7602 | E7603 |
Wind Band or Military Band | E7701 | E7702 | E7703 |
Woodwind Ensemble | E7801 | E7802 | E7803 |
APPLICATIONS
Applications open 1 November 2026.
The application form will be available here from 1 November 2026.