Question 1

Who are the Frisson Foundation?

Accepted Answer

The Frisson Foundation is a registered charity set up by the Co-Founders Bill and Linda Breckenridge who have built the Scottish Primary School Glee Challenge with a small core of friends and volunteers. From a very small event back in 2013 the Challenge has been steadily managed to include 200 schools from across the country.

Question 2

What information or support will I get?

Accepted Answer

Once the registration process including invoicing is complete you will 
- be able to access the members zone 
	-  support videos e.g. warm up 
            - set song resources for both songs- video, lyrics, backing track, workbook exercises and signing resources where 
               applicable 
            - song/artist choice lists
- be able to access the Facebook private group page - for discussion, update etc
- be able to attend teacher workshops in person and on line support materials

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Question 3

How is the programme funded?

Accepted Answer

The programme is funded through ticket sales for the performance events i.e. the heats, regional and National Finals. This helps cover the costs of Theatre hires, production costs and other associated costs. The Frisson Foundation is a charity and the majority of the team are volunteers.

Question 4

What is the cost to the school?

Accepted Answer

The only cost to the school is the registration fee which is designed to cover the administrative and other associated support costs.

Question 5

What should the children wear?

Accepted Answer

We want to make participation as accessible as possible so there is no requirement for the choir to be outfitted. Plain, brightly coloured, T shirts will suffice. While some schools arrange for T shirts to be printed etc that is a choice for the school. Judges are not allowed to score outfits.

Question 6

In what way does a Glee choir differ from a 'normal' school choir.

Accepted Answer

Firstly, there's no such thing as a 'normal' school choir every choir is unique. However, a Glee Choir also known as a show choir which has to sing, dance and perform.

Question 7

Where can I find the rules and regulations

Accepted Answer

A link to the full rules and regulations is below

Question 8

Where and when will the 2027 heats be held?

Accepted Answer

The following venues will be on the roster- Alhambra Theatre, Dunfermline- Beach Ballroom, Aberdeen- Central halls, Stirling- Corn Exchange, Edinburgh-Eden Court, Inverness-  Hamilton Town Hall, Hamilton-  Music Hall, AberdeenPaisley Town hall-  Perth Concert Hall-  Royal Concert Hall, Glasgow-  Usher Hall, EdinburghDates:

Question 9

Is the Frisson Foundation a charity?

Accepted Answer

Yes, The Frisson Foundation is a registered charity

Members Area

Home of the Scottish Primary School Glee Challenge.

FAQ's

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