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Passaggio
Vocal Award

In partnership with The KaMYM Trust

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The KaMYM Trust extends an invitation to singers aged 16-25, to be chosen to participate in a masterclass culminating with the Passaggio Vocal Award.

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A vocal masterclass is similar to a voice lesson, with the added element of performance.  Singers perform one or more well-rehearsed songs with the instruction of a master teacher, in front of an audience that includes other singers.  Whether as a performer or an observer, it's a marvellous opportunity for advanced singers to learn from a professional!   

2025 Passaggio Vocal Award

Date: Saturday 12th April 2025

Time: 14:00-16:00

Venue: Glassbox Theatre, Midkent College Medway College Campus, Medway Rd, Gillingham, ME7 1FN

Master: Zoe South

Deadline to apply: 14 February 2025

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Please read the full information below before you apply.​

Information for Singers

Awards

  • Prize money up to £200.

  • Winner to perform at next year’s masterclass.

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Adjudicators

  • Professional “Master”

  • Anna Nicolaus (Patron)

  • KaMYM Trust Chair (or designee)

The deadline for the 2025 Award is 14 February 2025.

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If you'd like to be notified when next year's Award is open for applications please let us know using the contact us page.

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Eligibility for applications

  • Singers must be aged 16 – 25 (as of the date of the masterclass).

  • Have a home address in Kent or Medway.

  • Entry fee of £8 to be paid at the time of the entry application.

  • Applications are accepted through our online application form only.

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Information for competitors

  • Open to all genres of music.

  • Two contrasting songs to be performed from memory. The combined time of the songs may not to exceed 7 minutes. (Time may not allow for the performance of both songs).

  • Songs may be accompanied, self-accompanied, or a cappella.  No backing tracks - acoustic performance only: no microphones, electric instruments, amplifiers, or other technical equipment. An accompanist will be provided but competitors are also welcome to bring their own. Singers choosing to work with the provided accompanist may rehearse with them in their own time and at their own expense.

  • Notice to chosen competitors: 28 February 2025

  • Singers chosen to compete must provide a digital copy of the sheet music by Friday 28 March 2025.

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Other things to note

  • Up to six competitors will be chosen to work with the 'master'. In addition, two standbys will be chosen (in case of cancellation by a competitor).

  • Applicants not chosen to compete are encouraged to attend and will be granted free entry as observers.

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If you'd like to be notified when next year's Award is open for applications please let us know using the contact us page.

Zoe South

'Master' 2025

The KaMYM Trust are delighted to welcome Dramatic Soprano, Zoe South as 'Master'. 

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