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This session showcases the incredible talent of young brass musicians competing at Levels 2 and 3. You’ll hear a fantastic variety of performances from players of Euphoniums, French Horns, Trumpets, and Trombones, demonstrating their skill, dedication, and passion for music. This afternoon’s competitions were adjudicated by Katrina Marzella-Wheeler, a distinguished musician born in Edinburgh. With a remarkable career as an instrumentalist, conductor, … Read More

This session showcases the incredible talent of young brass musicians competing at Levels 2 and 3. You’ll hear a fantastic variety of performances from players of Euphoniums, French Horns, Trumpets, and Trombones, demonstrating their skill, dedication, and passion for music. This afternoon’s competitions were adjudicated by Katrina Marzella-Wheeler, a distinguished musician born in Edinburgh. With a remarkable career as an instrumentalist, conductor, … Read More

Good evening, and a very warm welcome to this special webcast from St Leonard’s-in-the-Fields Church in Perth. Tonight, we begin the first session of the Brass competitions at this year’s festival, showcasing some of the finest young and emerging musicians as they compete across a range of classes. We are privileged to have Katrina Marzella-Wheeler with us this evening. Born in Edinburgh … Read More

The stage was set, the voices soared, and the competition was fierce! 🎤 Tonight’s vocal classes at Perform in Perth 2025 brought stunning performances, all leading to the presentation of some of the festival’s most prestigious awards: 🏆 Mr & Mrs R.W. Donaghy Cup🏆 Thomas Howie Silver Cup🏆 Alex Stewart Memorial Trophy🏆 Michael Beese Memorial Quaich🎖️ Festival’s Silver Medal for Scots Song A huge thank you to … Read More

This afternoon’s programme at Perform in Perth 2025 showcased an exciting array of talent, with competitions featuring both classical and contemporary vocal performances. One of the key events of the day was the competition for the Christine Donaghy Cup, which saw participants perform Dalmatian Cradle Song, arranged by the esteemed Hugh Roberton. A significant figure in the festival’s history, Roberton served as an adjudicator … Read More

The Perform in Perth festival continued this morning with another fantastic session of vocal performances. Competitors took to the stage for solo and duo classes, showcasing a wide range of talent and musicality. Adding to the richness of the programme, a series of Scots Song classes celebrated Scotland’s traditional music, with singers delivering heartfelt performances of classic Scottish melodies. Adjudicating … Read More

The Festival’s highly anticipated vocal competitions continue this evening, featuring the adult solo classes. Among the highlights of the event are three prestigious awards that celebrate excellence in vocal performance. The historic Kathleen Ferrier Trophy, awarded for outstanding contralto solos, remains a centrepiece of the competition, honouring the legacy of one of Britain’s most celebrated singers. The Miss J.M. Dalgleish Award will be … Read More

We’re thrilled to share a recording from this year’s Perform in Perth, where talented young vocalists competed for the prestigious William Bickford Dow Award for Vocal Solos (Girls, 16-17). 🎶🏆 William Bickford Dow, a respected jeweller in Perth, was a passionate supporter of the festival in its earliest days, and his legacy continues to shine through the incredible performances we witness today. This … Read More

🎶 Perform in Perth – Vocal Class Highlights! 🎶 Our latest webcast recording is now available, featuring some of the festival’s most captivating vocal performances! 🎤✨ Enjoy the incredible talent on display in:🎼 Boys’ Changing Voices & Boy Trebles – competing for the prestigious Mrs McLeod Silver Medal 🏅🎼 Scots Songs (Accompanied & Unaccompanied) – showcasing traditional melodies in competitions for the Mrs Moncrieff Bronze Medal and the Anne Nicoll Cup 🏆 Don’t miss … Read More