2024 Syllabus - Brass

It is the responsibility of every Competitor and/or Parent/Guardian and/or Teacher to ensure that they have read and complied with the current Syllabus and all the rules and regulations governing the Barrie Kiwanis Music Festival.

Prior to registering, we invite you to read the FAQ's.

In classes where age limit is specified, competitors must be the prescribed age or under as of December 31st of the previous year and must state their age on the online registration form.

For school musicians participating through the 'Bring the Barrie Kiwanis Music Festival to you' program, choosing to perform any repertoire that satisfies any of the classes listed below will allow you to be considered for nomination to the Ontario Music Festivals Association Provincial Finals in June 2024.

Brass Solo by Level - List A

Selection must be from the List A of the current RCM or Conservatory Canada syllabus. Competitors may enter these classes multiple times with repertoire that has not been previously performed in the Festival, but a separate registration is required for each entry.

ADJUDICATION PLUS categories will include an opportunity for each competitor to return to the stage and work with the adjudicator 1:1 for 10-20 min (level dependent) to receive immediate feedback on incorporating some of the adjudicator's suggestions.

ClassRegularAdjudication Plus
Class:BLA-1 - Brass List A - Level 1Regular:$25.00Adjudication Plus:$40.00Closed
Class:BLA-2 - Brass List A - Level 2Regular:$28.00Adjudication Plus:$44.00Closed
Class:BLA-3 - Brass List A - Level 3Regular:$28.00Adjudication Plus:$44.00Closed
Class:BLA-4 - Brass List A - Level 4Regular:$28.00Adjudication Plus:$44.00Closed
Class:BLA-5 - Brass List A - Level 5Regular:$30.00Adjudication Plus:$48.00Closed
Class:BLA-6 - Brass List A - Level 6Regular:$30.00Adjudication Plus:$48.00Closed
Class:BLA-7 - Brass List A - Level 7Regular:$30.00Adjudication Plus:$48.00Closed
Class:BLA-8 - Brass List A - Level 8Regular:$30.00Adjudication Plus:$48.00Closed
Class:BLA-9 - Brass List A - Level 9Regular:$35.00Adjudication Plus:$56.00Closed
Class:BLA-10 - Brass List A - Level 10Regular:$35.00Adjudication Plus:$56.00Closed
Class:BLA-D - Brass List A - DiplomaRegular:$40.00Adjudication Plus:$64.00Closed

Brass Solo by Level - List B

Selection must be from the List B of the current RCM or Conservatory Canada syllabus. Competitors may enter these classes multiple times with repertoire that has not been previously performed in the Festival, but a separate registration is required for each entry.

ADJUDICATION PLUS categories will include an opportunity for each competitor to return to the stage and work with the adjudicator 1:1 for 10-20 min (level dependent) to receive immediate feedback on incorporating some of the adjudicator's suggestions.

ClassRegularAdjudication Plus
Class:BLB-1 - Brass List B - Level 1Regular:$25.00Adjudication Plus:$40.00Closed
Class:BLB-2 - Brass List B - Level 2Regular:$28.00Adjudication Plus:$44.00Closed
Class:BLB-3 - Brass List B - Level 3Regular:$28.00Adjudication Plus:$44.00Closed
Class:BLB-4 - Brass List B - Level 4Regular:$28.00Adjudication Plus:$44.00Closed
Class:BLB-5 - Brass List B - Level 5Regular:$30.00Adjudication Plus:$48.00Closed
Class:BLB-6 - Brass List B - Level 6Regular:$30.00Adjudication Plus:$48.00Closed
Class:BLB-7 - Brass List B - Level 7Regular:$30.00Adjudication Plus:$48.00Closed
Class:BLB-8 - Brass List B - Level 8Regular:$30.00Adjudication Plus:$48.00Closed
Class:BLB-9 - Brass List B - Level 9Regular:$35.00Adjudication Plus:$56.00Closed
Class:BLB-10 - Brass List B - Level 10Regular:$35.00Adjudication Plus:$56.00Closed
Class:BLB-D - Brass List B - DiplomaRegular:$40.00Adjudication Plus:$64.00Closed

Brass Solo by Level - List C

Selection must be from the List C of the current RCM or Conservatory Canada syllabus. Competitors may enter these classes multiple times with repertoire that has not been previously performed in the Festival, but a separate registration is required for each entry.

ADJUDICATION PLUS categories will include an opportunity for each competitor to return to the stage and work with the adjudicator 1:1 for 10-20 min (level dependent) to receive immediate feedback on incorporating some of the adjudicator's suggestions.

ClassRegularAdjudication Plus
Class:BLC-9 - Brass List C - Level 9Regular:$35.00Adjudication Plus:$56.00Closed
Class:BLC-10 - Brass List C - Level 10Regular:$35.00Adjudication Plus:$56.00Closed
Class:BLC-D - Brass List C - DiplomaRegular:$40.00Adjudication Plus:$64.00Closed

Brass Solo by Level - List D

Selection must be from the List D of the current RCM or Conservatory Canada syllabus. Competitors may enter these classes multiple times with repertoire that has not been previously performed in the Festival, but a separate registration is required for each entry.

ADJUDICATION PLUS categories will include an opportunity for each competitor to return to the stage and work with the adjudicator 1:1 for 10-20 min (level dependent) to receive immediate feedback on incorporating some of the adjudicator's suggestions.

ClassRegularAdjudication Plus
Class:BLD-10 - Brass List D - Level 10Regular:$35.00Adjudication Plus:$56.00Closed
Class:BLD-D - Brass List D - DiplomaRegular:$40.00Adjudication Plus:$64.00Closed

Brass Solo by Level - Etude

Own choice of one etude from the current RCM or Conservatory Canada syllabus. Competitors may enter this category multiple times with repertoire that has not been previously performed in the Festival, but a separate registration is required for each entry.

ADJUDICATION PLUS categories will include an opportunity for each competitor to return to the stage and work with the adjudicator 1:1 for 10-20 min (level dependent) to receive immediate feedback on incorporating some of the adjudicator's suggestions.

ClassRegularAdjudication Plus
Class:BLS-1 - Brass Etude - Level 1Regular:$25.00Adjudication Plus:$40.00Closed
Class:BLS-2 - Brass Etude - Level 2Regular:$28.00Adjudication Plus:$44.00Closed
Class:BLS-3 - Brass Etude - Level 3Regular:$28.00Adjudication Plus:$44.00Closed
Class:BLS-4 - Brass Etude - Level 4Regular:$28.00Adjudication Plus:$44.00Closed
Class:BLS-5 - Brass Etude - Level 5Regular:$30.00Adjudication Plus:$48.00Closed
Class:BLS-6 - Brass Etude - Level 6Regular:$30.00Adjudication Plus:$48.00Closed
Class:BLS-7 - Brass Etude - Level 7Regular:$30.00Adjudication Plus:$48.00Closed
Class:BLS-8 - Brass Etude - Level 8Regular:$30.00Adjudication Plus:$48.00Closed
Class:BLS-9 - Brass Etude - Level 9Regular:$35.00Adjudication Plus:$56.00Closed
Class:BLS-10 - Brass Etude - Level 10Regular:$35.00Adjudication Plus:$56.00Closed
Class:BLS-D - Brass Etude - DiplomaRegular:$40.00Adjudication Plus:$64.00Closed

Brass Solo by Level - Additional Repertoire

Own choice. Any repertoire. Selection does not need to be listed in the current RCM or CC syllabus. This category can also be used for an additional entry of a 'List' category (ie. to enter a second List A piece etc.). Competitors may enter this category multiple times with repertoire that has not been previously performed in the Festival, but a separate registration is required for each entry.

ADJUDICATION PLUS categories will include an opportunity for each competitor to return to the stage and work with the adjudicator 1:1 for 10-20 min (level dependent) to receive immediate feedback on incorporating some of the adjudicator's suggestions.

ClassRegularAdjudication Plus
Class:BLR-1 - Brass Additional Repertoire - Level 1Regular:$25.00Adjudication Plus:$40.00Closed
Class:BLR-2 - Brass Additional Repertoire - Level 2Regular:$28.00Adjudication Plus:$44.00Closed
Class:BLR-3 - Brass Additional Repertoire - Level 3Regular:$28.00Adjudication Plus:$44.00Closed
Class:BLR-4 - Brass Additional Repertoire - Level 4Regular:$28.00Adjudication Plus:$44.00Closed
Class:BLR-5 - Brass Additional Repertoire - Level 5Regular:$30.00Adjudication Plus:$48.00Closed
Class:BLR-6 - Brass Additional Repertoire - Level 6Regular:$30.00Adjudication Plus:$48.00Closed
Class:BLR-7 - Brass Additional Repertoire - Level 7Regular:$30.00Adjudication Plus:$48.00Closed
Class:BLR-8 - Brass Additional Repertoire - Level 8Regular:$30.00Adjudication Plus:$48.00Closed
Class:BLR-9 - Brass Additional Repertoire - Level 9Regular:$35.00Adjudication Plus:$56.00Closed
Class:BLR-10 - Brass Additional Repertoire - Level 10Regular:$35.00Adjudication Plus:$56.00Closed
Class:BLR-D - Brass Additional Repertoire - DiplomaRegular:$40.00Adjudication Plus:$64.00Closed

Brass Concerto

Own choice. When applicable, cadenzas are to be played. One movement (fast or slow - please choose the appropriate class) of a concerto. Through-composed single movement concertos can be played. For a single movement concerto, please choose the fast or slow class as is most appropriate to your piece. Orchestral part (not adjudicated) for all concertos will be played on an acoustic piano or digital keyboard. Orchestral introductions by accompanists may be abridged. Must be repertoire not entered in another class in the Festival.
Max time - Level 8 & under - 15 min, Level 9 & up - 25 min.

ADJUDICATION PLUS categories will include an opportunity for each competitor to return to the stage and work with the adjudicator 1:1 for 10-20 min (level dependent) to receive immediate feedback on incorporating some of the adjudicator's suggestions.

ClassRegularAdjudication Plus
Class:BLCS-8 - Brass Concerto Slow Movement - Level 8 and belowRegular:$30.00Adjudication Plus:$48.00Closed
Class:BLCS-9 - Brass Concerto Slow Movement - Level 9 and aboveRegular:$35.00Adjudication Plus:$56.00Closed
Class:BLCF - 8 - Brass Concerto Fast Movement - Level 8 & belowRegular:$30.00Adjudication Plus:$48.00Closed
Class:BLCF- 9 - Brass Concerto Fast Movement - Level 9 & aboveRegular:$35.00Adjudication Plus:$56.00Closed

Brass Solo - Sacred

Own choice. Piece may be from a hymnal or a modern arrangement of any sacred piece. Competitors may enter this category multiple times with repertoire that has not been previously performed in the Festival, but a separate registration is required for each entry.

ADJUDICATION PLUS categories will include an opportunity for each competitor to return to the stage and work with the adjudicator 1:1 for 10-20 min (level dependent) to receive immediate feedback on incorporating some of the adjudicator's suggestions.

ClassRegularAdjudication Plus
Class:BAS-8 - Brass Solo - Sacred - Ages 8 and underRegular:$28.00Adjudication Plus:$44.00Closed
Class:BAS-10 - Brass Solo - Sacred - Ages 10 and underRegular:$28.00Adjudication Plus:$44.00Closed
Class:BAS-12 - Brass Solo - Sacred - Ages 12 and underRegular:$30.00Adjudication Plus:$48.00Closed
Class:BAS-14 - Brass Solo - Sacred - Ages 14 and underRegular:$30.00Adjudication Plus:$48.00Closed
Class:BAS-16 - Brass Solo - Sacred - Ages 16 and underRegular:$35.00Adjudication Plus:$56.00Closed
Class:BAS-18 - Brass Solo - Sacred - Ages 18 and underRegular:$35.00Adjudication Plus:$56.00Closed
Class:BAS-19 - Brass Solo - Sacred - Ages 19 and overRegular:$40.00Adjudication Plus:$64.00Closed

Brass Sonata

Own choice. One movement (fast or slow - please choose the appropriate class) of a sonata. Must be repertoire not entered in another class in the Festival.

ADJUDICATION PLUS categories will include an opportunity for each competitor to return to the stage and work with the adjudicator 1:1 for 10-20 min (level dependent) to receive immediate feedback on incorporating some of the adjudicator's suggestions.

ClassRegularAdjudication Plus
Class:BLSS-8 - Brass Sonata Slow Movement - Level 8 and belowRegular:$30.00Adjudication Plus:$48.00Closed
Class:BLSS-9 - Brass Sonata Slow Movement - Level 9 and aboveRegular:$35.00Adjudication Plus:$56.00Closed
Class:BLSF-8 - Brass Sonata Fast Movement - Level 8 and belowRegular:$30.00Adjudication Plus:$48.00Closed
Class:BLSF-9 - Brass Sonata Fast Movement - Level 9 and aboveRegular:$35.00Adjudication Plus:$56.00Closed

Brass Solo - Jazz & Blues

Own choice of a piece written in the blues, jazz, or ragtime idiom. Repertoire may be but is not limited to the current RCM or Conservatory Canada syllabi. Competitors may enter this category multiple times with repertoire that has not been previously performed in the Festival, but a separate registration is required for each entry.

ADJUDICATION PLUS categories will include an opportunity for each competitor to return to the stage and work with the adjudicator 1:1 for 10-20 min (level dependent) to receive immediate feedback on incorporating some of the adjudicator's suggestions.

ClassRegularAdjudication Plus
Class:BAJ-12 - Brass Solo - Jazz & Blues - Ages 12 and underRegular:$30.00Adjudication Plus:$48.00Closed
Class:BAJ-14 - Brass Solo - Jazz & Blues - Ages 14 and underRegular:$30.00Adjudication Plus:$48.00Closed
Class:BAJ-16 - Brass Solo - Jazz & Blues - Ages 16 and underRegular:$35.00Adjudication Plus:$56.00Closed
Class:BAJ-18 - Brass Solo - Jazz & Blues - Ages 18 and underRegular:$35.00Adjudication Plus:$56.00Closed
Class:BAJ-19 - Brass Solo - Jazz & Blues - Ages 19 and overRegular:$40.00Adjudication Plus:$64.00Closed

Brass Orchestral Excerpts

Own choice of repertoire from the current RCM or CC Syllabus. Competitors may choose to play anywhere from 1 - 5 Orchestral Excerpts from the syllabus choices for their level, but must stay within a maximum of 6 minutes for Levels 7 - 9 and 8 minutes for Level 10 and Diploma. Competitors may enter these classes multiple times with repertoire that has not been previously performed in the Festival, but a separate registration is required for each entry.

ADJUDICATION PLUS categories will include an opportunity for each competitor to return to the stage and work with the adjudicator 1:1 for 10-20 min (level dependent) to receive immediate feedback on incorporating some of the adjudicator's suggestions.

ClassRegularAdjudication Plus
Class:BLOE-7 - Brass Orchestral Excerpts - Level 7Regular:$30.00Adjudication Plus:$48.00Closed
Class:BLOE-8 - Brass Orchestral Excerpts - Level 8Regular:$30.00Adjudication Plus:$48.00Closed
Class:BLOE-9 - Brass Orchestral Excerpts - Level 9Regular:$35.00Adjudication Plus:$56.00Closed
Class:BLOE-10 - Brass Orchestral Excerpts - Level 10Regular:$35.00Adjudication Plus:$56.00Closed
Class:BLOE-D - Brass Orchestral Excerpts - ARCTRegular:$40.00Adjudication Plus:$64.00Closed
ClassRegularAdjudication Plus
Class:BPAU-B - Popular Brass Solo- Uptempo, Ages 8 and underRegular:$25.00Adjudication Plus:$40.00Closed
Class:BPAU-P - Popular Brass Solo- Uptempo, Ages 10 and underRegular:$25.00Adjudication Plus:$40.00Closed
Class:BPAU-E - Popular Brass Solo- Uptempo, Ages 12 and underRegular:$28.00Adjudication Plus:$44.00Closed
Class:BPAU-J - Popular Brass Solo- Uptempo, Ages 14 and underRegular:$28.00Adjudication Plus:$44.00Closed
Class:BPAU-I - Popular Brass Solo- Uptempo, Ages 16 and underRegular:$30.00Adjudication Plus:$48.00Closed
Class:BPAU-S - Popular Brass Solo- Uptempo, Ages 18 and underRegular:$30.00Adjudication Plus:$48.00Closed
Class:BPAU-A - Popular Brass Solo- Uptempo, Ages 19-28Regular:$25.00Adjudication Plus:$56.00Closed
Class:BPAU-Ad - Popular Brass Solo- Uptempo, Ages 29 andoverRegular:$25.00Adjudication Plus:$56.00Closed
ClassRegularAdjudication Plus
Class:BPAB-B - Popular Brass Solo- Ballad, Ages 8 and underRegular:$25.00Adjudication Plus:$40.00Closed
Class:BPAB-P - Popular Brass Solo- Ballad, Ages 10 and underRegular:$25.00Adjudication Plus:$40.00Closed
Class:BPAB-E - Popular Brass Solo- Ballad, Ages 12 and underRegular:$28.00Adjudication Plus:$44.00Closed
Class:BPAB-J - Popular Brass Solo- Ballad, Ages 14 and underRegular:$28.00Adjudication Plus:$44.00Closed
Class:BPAB-I - Popular Brass Solo- Ballad, Ages 16 and underRegular:$30.00Adjudication Plus:$48.00Closed
Class:BPAB-S - Popular Brass Solo- Ballad, Ages 18 and underRegular:$30.00Adjudication Plus:$48.00Closed
Class:BPAB-A - Popular Brass Solo- Ballad, Ages 19-28Regular:$25.00Adjudication Plus:$56.00Closed
Class:BPAB-Ad - Popular Brass Solo- Ballad, Ages 29 andoverRegular:$25.00Adjudication Plus:$56.00Closed