Music Competitions 2026

This annual event comprises two separate competitions organised by the club, and is open to young instrumental and vocal students (Year 12 or equivalent) who live or attend school in the North Herts and Stevenage areas.

The Peter Lambourne Music Bursary for instrumentalists is sponsored by Penny Brook in memory of her late husband, a past member of Hitchin Priory Rotary Club. 

The Sue Cracknell Singing Competition is sponsored by Richard Cracknell of Hitchin Rotary Club to commemorate the work undertaken by his late wife, who was a well-known singer, teacher and performer in the Hitchin area. 

The 2026 Competition Concert will take place at the Benslow Music Centre on Sunday 25 January 2026 at 4.00 pm..

The event is organised in association with the North Herts Music School and Hertfordshire Music Service