Monday 29 March 2021 Thousands of people tuned in to this year’s Perform in Perth, organisers have revealed as the event wrapped up. The annual festival was held online this year amid current Covid-19 restrictions. Organisers were delighted with the “slick” two week-long event in its centenary year. High viewing figures While the festival had to move online this year, the … Read More
2021 Award Winners
At the end of a truly remarkable Final Night at Perform in Perth 2021 – the results of the Premier Instrumental Class, the Larg Rosebowl competition and the Perform in Perth Silver Medal were announced – together with the winners of trophies from across the Festival’s great variety of classes. Well done to everyone who took part – and to … Read More
A message from the Provost of Perth and Kinross
Provost Dennis Melloy sent Perform in Perth his warmest congratulations on reaching its 100th Anniversary year. As an Honorary President of the Perthshire Music Festival, his words, both to the performers and the organisers, were very much appreciated. “In these difficult times when we continue to fight this awful pandemic we all known that music and dances greatly enhances our … Read More
Violin for sale
One of our patrons is offering a child’s violin (we think it’s an 1/8th) available for sale, in its case, but no bow – price just £20. If you are interested – please contact perthcompfest@hotmail.com There were also 4 orchestral music stands for sale – (suggested donation £5-£10 each) – NOW SOLD THANK YOU.
Festival News – Day 1 – Percussion
Congratulations to all our performers in the opening day at the Perthshire Music (Competition) Festival’s 2021 Perform in Perth. Snare Drum, Xylophone and Drum Kit classes got our 100th Anniversary event off to an exciting start: Our Adjudicator for the day was Dr Tim Ridley, Head of Music at Glenalmond College, Perth – a familiar face to our audiences. In … Read More
Festival Artwork 2021
As we get near to the start of our online Festival – now would be a great time to send us some of your drawing/artwork – inspired by MUSIC/POETRY/DRAMA/DANCE Your drawing might be of a musical instrument/ a pair of dancing shoes/ your brother or sister playing or rehearsing/ or any poems or readings that you love. There will be … Read More
Over the years – share your memories
We are gathering materials to help us celebrate our 100th Anniversary Year – if you have memories of taking part in the Festival, or photos, we would love it if you would share them with us. Please contact perthcompfest@hotmail.com
Coming soon – to the comfort of your armchair
Stream our Perform in Perth sessions right to your TV screen. It’s fun and convenient to watch videos from your phone or tablet but getting those same quality visuals on your big-screen TV is even better. Here are three simple ways to get started. 1. Plug in with a USB data cable. Nearly all smartphones and tablets can plug into a … Read More
Backing tracks for your performance
Entries are now closed and it’s time for the hardest work to begin. Our competitors are now perfecting their performances for upload: Deadlines for submission of performance videos:Gaelic classes – 1st MarchPercussion classes – 2nd MarchSpeech classes – 4th MarchPipe band solos – 4th MarchDance – 6th MarchAll other classes – 8th March If you would prefer to use our accompanist you can download a backing … Read More
A Perth teenager has successfully introduced a new youth voluntary scheme for annual Perform in Perth festival
Rob Johnston, 16, came up with the idea for the Young Ambassador Scheme after unofficially mentoring some of the festival’s participants in previous years. His own participation in the Perform in Perth festival is something Rob describes as having been a “positive influence”. He has since coached 11 other participants in the festival. Rob said: “It’s been an amazing experience … Read More