Bard of Caid 2023

For details on the rules for the competition, see Bard of Caid Rules 2018, since the rules did not change substantially from the prior years.

Competitors

The competitors to become the 16th Bard of Caid were (in alphabetical order):

• Baron Beorn of the Northern Sea
• Lord Giachino Morone
• Baroness Róisin ni Brian
• Lord Skallagrim Ulfhedinn
• Baroness Tyne MacPhersone

Five competitors participated in the first round.

Round 1

The first round, held at Festival of the Rose on August 19, 2023, asked competitors to perform a piece in the theme of the day, which was "For Honor, Love and Beauty." The winners were Baroness Róisin ni Brianand Lord Skallagrim Ulfhedinn with a tied score.

Round 2

Round 2 will be held at Dreiburgen Anniversary, and competitors will be asked to compose an original piece on-site using words provided that morning.

Round 3

Round 3 will be held at Calafia Winter Arts. Competitors will be asked to perform a period piece.

Finals

At Twelfth Night 2024, each of the finalists will perform a piece of their choice for the final round.

Finalists

TBD