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| Performing Arts History - Music | |
| North Queensland Concerto & Vocal Competition | |
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Performing
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The First North Queensland Piano Competition was held in 1980, at the instigation of the late Dr Bill Williams, OBE. The winner of the competition that year was Joy Rutledge accompanied by Dr Williams. An Instrumental Section was added in 1982 and the name changed to the North Queensland Concerto Competition; and then in 1984 an Open Section was added; in 1988 the Vocal Section and Ensemble Section were added and the name changed to the North Queensland Concerto & Vocal Competition. In 1991 Dr Williams step down due to ill health and the present Director, Mrs Carol Dall'Osto, took over the reins. The decision was taken to hold the competition annually, coinciding with the establishment of a Music Degree Course at James Cook University. With the support and sponsorship of the James Cook University, the competition was able to offer a substantial prize for the Open Section which became 'open', in that it was without any geographical or age restrictions, making it a truly unique competition, and one that could provide a prestigious national platform for all participants. In 1996, sections for Young Performers, both soloists and ensembles, were added, and, in 1997, a new section was added to encourage the performance of works by Australian composers, called 'Australiana'. This section is open to both vocalists and instrumentalists. It has been dedicated to Dr Bill Williams in recognition of his efforts in promoting the works of the twentieth century and, in particular, the works by Australian composers. The highly prestigious Competition continues to be held each year with competitors entering from all over Australia and Overseas and the winner of the Open Section being able to perform in concert with North Queensland's own highly acclaimed Barrier Reef Orchestra. |
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