CMS Music Festival
The first CMS MUSIC FESTIVAL took place on 15 February 2025 and what an amazing event it was! Please see below for details of our winners and a huge THANK YOU to our amazing adjudicator for this year Joanna Marie Skillett!
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A festival based in South Weald, Brentwood for young vocalists and instrumentalists to showcase their talents. The festival's focus is on inspiring personal growth and giving young musicians a platform to share their passion.
CMS Music Festival 2025
What an incredible event, with children from the local area showcasing their talents on their instruments and voices. We were thrilled to welcome the very talented Joanna Marie Skillett as our adjudicator this year - her feedback was invaluable and she took the time to verbally feedback to each participant and provided each entry with written feedback accentuating what they acheived successfully and which areas they should work on to further improve.
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We had performances ranging from classical piano piece to rock pieces on the drums and musical theatre songs sung in character. Ages ranging from 6 years old up to 11 years old! It was a wonderful event and I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to all the participants and the local music teachers whoo came to support their students, including Alan Ball and Stuart Hebron from SH Drums, who kindly set up a drum kit on the day for his students to play.
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Thank you to all participants and their supportive parents for making the 2025 a tremendous success. Your enthusiasm and dedication truly made a difference, we look forward to seeing you all at future events!
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All participants must bring:
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​​One photocopy of the original score for the adjudicator to read during the performance.
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The original score (students are encouraged to purchase original scores).
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Student ID (Student card, passport, or ID document) for identity verification.
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What is a music festival?A music festival is a competition where participants receive feedback from a professional in their field. At the end of each category, gold, silver, and bronze medals are awarded.
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Do I have to be a certain grade?No specific grade is required. Participants must be able to perform a full piece of music. If a backing track is needed, it must be provided in advance. Alternatively, a piano accompanist can be brought along.
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What category should my child enter?Children under 8 years old (years 1 to 3) can compete in the Under 8 category. Children under 12 years old (years 4 to 6) can compete in the Under 12 category. Age is determined on the day of the festival.
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What instruments will be available on the day?Participants must bring their own instruments, except for pianists, as a piano will be provided. A drum kit may be available depending on the number of entrants.
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How big will the audience be?The audience size is expected to be between 30 to 50 people per category, primarily consisting of parents of the participants.