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Judges will inspect the pit, emcees will test their microphones and the mic-testing quartet will be asked to mic test for the judges.
Note: this is not for quartet walk-ons – that will start at 11:15
Competing quartets, convention team, and others on-site are asked to form a scratch chorus for mic-testing. Chorus directors, team coordinators and choreographers can attend to hear the stage sound. The scratch chorus will sing “How we sang today”.
Note: this is not for Directors stage walk – that will start at 12:00
Competing quartets will have 2 minutes each on stage to check the sound and stage layout for their performance. The quartets will go on stage in order of appearance and timing will be strictly managed.
Directors and Choreographers will have the ability to walk the stage (subject to practicalities of numbers etc). It is not likely that the full stage familiarization experience can be accommodated if you have not been able to arrive by 12:30.
Competing quartets/choruses who need to submit final forms (List of Competing members, Open Division Queue Sheets, Changes to the Song Order/choices) should submit to Sarah Netherton, Competition Coordinator during this time.
Courier briefing will be held at 12:15.
The general public are invited into the Octagon.
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Webcast Coordinator: Nicky Salt
Quartet Session 1: Nicky Salt | Deke Sharon
Quartet Session 2: Rachel Freeman | Krista Moller
Quartet Session 3: Anne Cargill | Nancy Kelsall
Session Emcee: Rosalind Johnson, Regional Faculty
| 14:30 | Mic-Warming Quartet: Last Minute |
| 14:42 | Contestant #1: Vida Loca (for evaluation) |
| 14:54 | Contestant #2: Carousel |
| 15:06 | Contestant #3: Rock the Boat! |
| 15:18 | Contestant #4: Footlights (Open Division) |
| 15:35 | Contestant #5: Off the Dots |
| 15:47 | Contestant #6: Amici |
| 15:59 | Contestant #7: Bam! |
Please be back at your seats promptly prior to the competition resuming. Doors will be closed on time.
Emcee: Katy Taylor, Baritone of Last Minute Quartet
| 16:40 | Contestant #8: Stepping Up |
| 16:52 | Contestant #9: Edge of Chaos |
| 17:04 | Contestant #10: Nova |
| 17:16 | Contestant #11: Silhouette |
| 17:28 | Contestant #12: Rough Diamonds |
| 17:40 | Contestant #13: Perfect 4th |
| 17:52 | Contestant #14: Polyphonix |
Please be back at your seats promptly prior to the competition resuming. Doors will be closed on time.
Emcee: Ellie Blackeby, Director Lace City Chorus, Regional Faculty, Vida Loca Quartet
| 18:50 | Contestant #15: Vivacity |
| 19:02 | Contestant #16: Songbirds |
| 19:14 | Contestant #17: Glow in the Dark |
| 19:26 | Contestant #18: Tempo |
| 19:38 | Contestant #19: Take it to the Bridge |
| 19:50 | Contestant #20: Fifth & Madison |
| 20:02 | Contestant #21: Playlist |
| 20:14 | Mic-Cooler: Fortuity |
The results of the quartet competition will be announced, with all quartets invited onto the stage along, with medal presenters ready for the results. The 2025 Regional Management Team (RMT) will be introduced including Quartet Liason, YSIH Coordinator, OPL, and DCP Coordinator.
5th Place Quartet Medals will be presented by the 20 Year Anniversary Quartet – Eu4ia
4th Place Quartet Medals will be presented by the 15 Year Anniversary Quartet – Finesse
3rd Place Quartet Medals will be presented by the 10 Year Anniversary Quartet – Hot Note
2nd Place Quartet Medals will be presented by the Quartet Liason – Fiona McGlashan
1st Place Quartet Medals will be presented by the prior year Quartet Champions – Vida Loca
The champion quartet will be asked to sing after receiving their award.
Convention attendees will be invited to join a Mass Sing which will be “Quartet of Nations” directed by Nancy Kelsall.
For competing Quartets only (please only send one representative into the room to collect your packet).
The Royal Blue Chorus is led by Nicky Salt and consists of previous winning Region 31 quartets who will perform on stage during convention. The 2025 winning quartet will also be invited to the Royal Blue welcome reception.
The general public are invited into the Octagon.
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Webcast Coordinator: Nicky Salt
Chorus Session : David Sangster | Valerie Taylor
Session Emcee: Elaine Hamilton, Regional Faculty
| 12:30 | Contestant #1: Singing Unlimited |
| 12:42 | Contestant #2: Aberdeen |
| 12:57 | Contestant #3: Ignite UK |
| 13:12 | Contestant #4: Solent Sounds |
| 13:27 | Contestant #5: No Borders Show Chorus |
| 13:42 | Contestant #6: Viva Acappella |
| 13:57 | Contestant #7: Lace City |
Convention attendees will be invited to join a Mass Sing which will be “Something Inside So Strong” directed by Valerie Taylor and “Brave” directed by David Sangster.
Unsung Champions will be invited onto the stage for recognition of their outstanding contributions in their respective choruses. Presentation will be performed by Nicky Salt, RMT Region 31 Membership Coordinator.
Certificates of recognition and DCP Certificates will be presented by Harriet Adamson, DCP Coordinator.
Chorus Directors and Team Coordinators will be invited onto stage for the announcement of results and the winning chorus will be invited back on stage to perform.
Division A (small chorus)
3rd Place Chorus Medals will be presented by the Region 31 RMT Assistant Events Coordinator – Michaelle Kelly
2nd Place Chorus Medals will be presented by the Region 31 RMT Finance Coordinator – Mairi Redhead
1st Place Chorus Medals will be presented by the Region 31 Competition Coordinator – Sarah Netherton
Division AA (Midsize chorus)
3rd Place Chorus Medals will be presented by the Official Panel Liason – Sam Jackson
2nd Place Chorus Medals will be presented by the Region 31 RMT Marketing Coordinator – Sara Tripconey
1st Place Chorus Medals will be presented by the Region 31 RMT Communications Coordinator – Krista Moller
Overall Placements
5th Place Chorus medals will be presented by the Region 31 RMT Directors Coordinator – Claire Booles
4th Place Chorus Medals will be presented by the Region 31 RMT Membership Coordinator – Nicky Salt
3rd Place Chorus Medals will be presented by the Region 31 RMT Events Coordinator – Rachel Freeman
2nd Place Chorus Medals will be presented by the Region 31 RMT Education Coordinator – Deborah Pollard
1st Place Chorus Medals will be presented by the prior year regional championship chorus – Forth Valley
The session will end with a mass sing of ‘How We Sang today’ directed by the winning chorus Director.
For competing chorus Directors or a chorus representative only (please only send one representative into the room to collect your packet).
Deke Sharon will run a rehearsal for those that registered for the Convention chorus to sing Rockin’ Robin.
Quartets are asked to enter and exit the meeting room promptly at the times below:
| 15:00 – 16:00 | Tempo with David Sangster | Meeting Room 01 |
| 15:00 – 16:00 | Nova with Rosalind Johnson | Meeting Room 02 |
| 15:00 – 16:00 | Rough Diamonds with Nancy Kelsall | Meeting Room 03 |
| 15:00 – 16:00 | Amici with Elaine Hamilton | Meeting Room 04 |
| 16:00 – 17:00 | Fifth and Madison with David Sangster | Meeting Room 01 |
| 16:00 – 17:00 | Playlist with Rosalind Johnson | Meeting Room 02 |
| 16:00 – 17:00 | Edge of Chaos with Nancy Kelsall | Meeting Room 03 |
| 16:00 – 17:00 | Carousel with Elaine Hamilton | Meeting Room 04 |
This is an invitation only event hosted by RMT Coordinator Alyson Chaney for VIPs, RMT and convention team, Directors and Team Coordinators.
The general public are invited into the Octagon.
Emcee: Deke Sharon
The order of events is as follows:
Join us at the Octagon Bar for Afterglow, Region 31 style!
Make sure you try our signature cocktail, the “Chord 31 Spritz” — a sparkling, soothing twist on a classic spritz, inspired by harmony, warmth, and the steely heart of Sheffield. What’s in it? Rhubarb Gin, homemade honey & chamomile cordial, fresh lemon juice, topped with prosecco. Floral, refreshing, and perfectly in tune with our convention vibe!
Raise a glass and let’s toast to harmony, friendship and unforgettable memories!
Quartets are asked to enter and exit the meeting room promptly at the times below:
| 09:30 – 10:30 | Off the Dots with David Sangster | Meeting Room 01 |
| 09:30 – 10:30 | Perfect 4th with Rosalind Johnson | Meeting Room 02 |
| 09:30 – 10:30 | Rock the Boat with Zac Booles | Meeting Room 03 |
| 09:30 – 10:30 | Stepping Up with Elaine Hamilton | Meeting Room 04 |
| 10:30 – 11:30 | Silhouette with David Sangster | Meeting Room 01 |
| 10:30 – 11:30 | Vivacity with Rosalind Johnson | Meeting Room 02 |
| 10:30 – 11:30 | Songbirds with Zac Booles | Meeting Room 03 |
| 10:30 – 11:30 | Glow in the Dark with Nancy Kelsall | Meeting Room 04 |
| 11:30 – 12:30 | BAM! with Nancy Kelsall | Meeting Room 01 |
OCTAGON AUDITORIUM
09:30 – 11:30 | Convention Chorus (hosted by Nicky Salt)
11:30 – 12:30 | Deke Sharon Class
COUNCIL CHAMBER (limited to 80 seats)
09:30 – 10:30 | 2nd Place Quartet coaching under glass (with Becky Maybury)
10:30 – 11:30 | 1st Place Quartet coaching under glass (with Corinna Garriock)
11:30 – 12:30 Most Improved Chorus coaching under glass (with Vickie Maybury)
