How to enter the competitions

We have launched two singing  competitions for primary and secondary schools on the theme of EU values. You can interpret this theme broadly. EU values include solidarity, democracy, non-discrimination, equality, diversity, unity, freedom, human rights, justice and many others. All those values are often very similar to those implemented in a school or sports environment. Please feel free to draw parallels, use metaphors and let the children use their creativity when it comes to the lyrics. 

For primary schools

The tune is from 'Shut up and dance' by Walk the Moon. For the occasion, we are rename it 'Get up and dance'. You can find the tune on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OUv7sO0Z9oA 

You can slow down the tune if you wish and keep the chorus which seems quite appropriate if you assume that Ireland is 'she'.

Oh don't you dare look back
Just keep your eyes on me
I said you're holding back
She said get up and dance with me
This club is my destiny
She said oh oh oh
Get up and dance with me

Once you have your lyrics ready, please upload a word document of your lyrics as well as a video of your class's performance to the following link: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/66e8ejlkkf8m3r1jqmumg/h?dl=0&rlkey=h71knwpuxip1emlzxhclgpclw . If you are struggling with this, please upload your submission on We Transfer using the following email address: bfgtoeu@gmail.com

You can download the details for submission by clicking Primary school competition.

For secondary schools

Your class is asked to compose the music and the lyrics of a song on EU values. The values are mentioned above and can be interpreted broadly. We are counting on your students' creativity and musical talent.

Once you have composed the tune and lyrics, please upload a word document with your lyrics and a video of your class's performance at the following link: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/66e8ejlkkf8m3r1jqmumg/h?dl=0&rlkey=h71knwpuxip1emlzxhclgpclw .If you are struggling with this, please upload your submission on We Transfer using the following email address: bfgtoeu@gmail.com

You can download the details for submission by clicking Secondary school competition

Please remember to upload your material with the name of your school included. 

PRIZES FOR PRIMARY AND SECONDARY CLASSES AND THEIR TEACHERS

The winning primary and secondary classes will get a free one-day workshop with GMC Beats, a rap artist, who will work with you on cadence, lyrics and production of a song on any topic of your choice.

The two winning teachers will go on an all-cost-covered study trip to Brussels and Ypres from 11 to 14 April 2023. 

If you have any questions or difficulty in uploading your material, please email hubeu@ucc.ie