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2008 Glymm Mere Bardic Championship and Baronial “Open Mic” Saturday, July 26, 2008 |
Come one, come all to a celebration of all things Bardic. Glymm Mere’s next Bardic Champion will be crowned, and the day will be filled with performances to amuse our Coronets and our populace.Even if you are not competing for the Bardic Championship, we encourage you to share a piece or two with the populace. Perform an old favorite, or a newly practiced piece, in a cozy low-stress environment among friends.There will be additional contests for the best presentations on the themes of Love, Best Filk and Populace’s Choice. His Excellency will provide a prize for the best Monty Python presentation (the Holy Grail was mentioned as the preferred inspiration, and the Lumberjack Song is expressly EXCLUDED from this competition.)There will be games tournaments including chess, Go, and 9-mans Morris. (There will be brief lessons in the games beforehand.) I’m hoping to have a thrown weapons range available as well. There will be a potluck feast in the evening, and English country dancing during/after the feast.The site is Prosperity Grange, 3701 Steamboat Island Road NW, in Olympia. Site opens at 10am and will likely close at approximately 10pm.Site fee is $5 per person, no NMS applies.Autocrat: Lord Wilfred Josephson (lordwilfred@comcast.net)
Unto the Populace of Glymm Mere do Baron Godric and Baroness Kara send joyous greetings.
We are pleased to present the requirements for Glymm Mere’s next Bardic Championship. Entries shall be judged individually, by a panel of judges.
Everyone with an interest in Bardic Arts is encouraged to participate, regardless of skill level. There are many reasons to compete, including: learning and stretching your chosen art, receiving feedback and suggestions from your peers, and the satisfaction that comes with sharing your talents and skill with others. Regardless of who wins, there is much satisfaction to be had in participating. Come and share your talents with the Barony of Glymm Mere!
We know that the thought of competing may make some of you apprehensive. Please know that we will strive to make the process as painless as possible. Those who do not wish to compete in the championship are still encouraged to perform for the general populace during the event.
Thank you for participating and good luck!
In Service to Glymm Mere and the Kingdom of An Tir,
Godric ap Rhys Kara of St. David’s
Baron of Glymm Mere Baroness of Glymm Mere
The Duties and Responsibilities of the Bardic Champion
¨ It is the responsibility of the Champion to sponsor bardic activities at Glymm Mere events (including May Faire, Honey War and Yule Feast) and whenever the need arises. This may include sponsoring or assisting with Bardic competitions or circles.
¨ The Champion is encouraged to involve him/herself in Bardic competitions throughout the Kingdom of An Tir.
¨ The Champion is expected to attend next year’s competition, assist in planning and conducting said competition, and assist in the selection of his/her successor.
¨ The Champion is expected to conduct him/herself with courtesy, humility and honor.
¨ A Champion should serve as a role model and be an inspiration to the Populace.
¨ Should the Champion fail to uphold the standard of Champion as stated, Their Excellencies will ask the Champion to relinquish his/her position. If this occurs, Their Excellencies may choose an acting replacement, leave the Championship vacant for the remainder of that Champion’s term, or hold another Championship competition.
The Rights and Privileges of the Bardic Champion
¨ To bear and display the regalia of his/her position.
¨ To stand near the Coronets in court and at events.
¨ To speak or act in the Coronets’ name when delegated to do so.
Who and When
Anyone may compete, so long as they are willing and able to perform the duties and responsibilities described above. The final decision regarding competitors rests with Their Excellencies.
All competitors are required to indicate their desire to compete, in writing, to Their Excellencies and the Arts & Sciences Minister. Each letter of intent should contain the participant’s SCA and modern name, contact information, whether they wish to swear fealty or an oath of service to the Coronets and a description of their intended entries. Entrants are encouraged to submit their letters of intent no later than July 1, 2008.
What to Enter
Entries will be two items from the list of categories on the next page. Competitors are encouraged to select entries from two different categories. The entries can be either a period piece or original piece (written by the entrant or another person.) One of the entries must be a documentable period piece. Entries may be from any culture. Group entries are permitted, but the entrant’s contribution to the piece must be easily distinguishable from that of the group or the entrant must perform a portion of their part solo. The entries should be “audience appropriate” and in good taste. Please be courteous to other performers when determining the length of your entries.
Judging
Judging will be based on presentation, skill, documentation, authenticity and complexity.
Presentation - This is how the piece is performed for the audience. Familiarity with the piece (e.g. evidence of practice), audience appeal, and confidence are desirable.
Skill - This is the degree of talent demonstrated, and the mechanics of the chosen performing art.
Documentation – Each piece must include at least one page of written documentation, preferably typed. Documentation may include, but is not limited to, the period, culture and name of the piece, period examples, etc. Entrants are encouraged to be specific regarding the processes used to research or create their piece. For original pieces, it is also helpful to explain the source of your inspiration (e.g. Where did the idea for the subject come from?)
Authenticity - Entrants must show if the piece is period or created in a period style. Authenticity can be demonstrated in both the documentation and the presentation of the piece. This aspect of judging helps determine whether the entrant’s submission is as close to the “real” thing as possible.
Complexity - This is the level of difficulty demonstrated in the piece. Complexity is determined by the skill and knowledge needed to perform the piece.
Categories
Categories for entries include, but are not limited to, the following performing arts:
¨ Music: vocal or instrumental
¨ Spoken: storytelling, poetry, drama
¨ Physical: dance, juggling, acrobatics, other (e.g. jesters, magicians, etc.)