The Pavilion, Kingham Lodge,  OX7 6YL. £15 / under 21's £5

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The prestigious Singing Competition is one of the highlights of the Festival. It is pitched at emerging artists and judged by eminent operatic experts.  The concert will comprise solo performances by eight pre-selected finalists. 
 

We are delighted that Yvonne Sandison (Mezzo-soprano) will join us as 2026 Guest Adjudicator. The other members of the Adjudicating Panel are Festival founders Richard Coxon (Tenor) and Claire Bradshaw (Mezzo-soprano). The overall winner receives a judges' prize of £2,000 and there is also an audience prize of £500 and the Sylvia Richards English Song Prize of £250.

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The majority of past winners have gone on to have stellar operatic careers, performing in major operatic venues across the globe.