April 2023 Syllabus - Classical Piano

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.

Piano 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 piano 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.

ClassPLA-1 - Piano List A - Level 1Liveclosed
ClassPLA-1+ - Piano List A - Level 1 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLA-2 - Piano List A - Level 2Liveclosed
ClassPLA-2+ - Piano List A - Level 2 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLA-3 - Piano List A - Level 3Liveclosed
ClassPLA-3+ - Piano List A - Level 3 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLA-4 - Piano List A - Level 4Liveclosed
ClassPLA-4+ - Piano List A - Level 4 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLA-5 - Piano List A - Level 5Liveclosed
ClassPLA-5+ - Piano List A - Level 5 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLA-6 - Piano List A - Level 6Liveclosed
ClassPLA-6+ - Piano List A - Level 6 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLA-7 - Piano List A - Level 7Liveclosed
ClassPLA-7+ - Piano List A - Level 7 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLA-8 - Piano List A - Level 8Liveclosed
ClassPLA-8+ - Piano List A - Level 8 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLA-9 - Piano List A - Level 9Liveclosed
ClassPLA-9+ - Piano List A - Level 9 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLA-10 - Piano List A - Level 10Liveclosed
ClassPLA-10+ - Piano List A - Level 10 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLA-D - Piano List A - ARCTLiveclosed
ClassPLA-D+ - Piano List A - ARCT ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed

Piano 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 piano 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.

ClassPLB-1 - Piano List B - Level 1Liveclosed
ClassPLB-1+ - Piano List B - Level 1 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLB-2 - Piano List B - Level 2Liveclosed
ClassPLB-2+ - Piano List B - Level 2 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLB-3 - Piano List B - Level 3Liveclosed
ClassPLB-3+ - Piano List B - Level 3 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLB-4 - Piano List B - Level 4Liveclosed
ClassPLB-4+ - Piano List B - Level 4 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLB-5 - Piano List B - Level 5Liveclosed
ClassPLB-5+ - Piano List B - Level 5 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLB-6 - Piano List B - Level 6Liveclosed
ClassPLB-6+ - Piano List B - Level 6 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLB-7 - Piano List B - Level 7Liveclosed
ClassPLB-7+ - Piano List B - Level 7 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLB-8 - Piano List B - Level 8Liveclosed
ClassPLB-8+ - Piano List B - Level 8 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLB-9 - Piano List B - Level 9Liveclosed
ClassPLB-9+ - Piano List B - Level 9 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLB-10 - Piano List B - Level 10Liveclosed
ClassPLB-10+ - Piano List B - Level 10 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLB-D - Piano List B - ARCTLiveclosed
ClassPLB-D+ - Piano List B - ARCT ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed

Piano 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 piano 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.

ClassPLC-1 - Piano List C - Level 1Liveclosed
ClassPLC-1+ - Piano List C - Level 1 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLC-2 - Piano List C - Level 2Liveclosed
ClassPLC-2+ - Piano List C - Level 2 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLC-3 - Piano List C - Level 3Liveclosed
ClassPLC-3+ - Piano List C - Level 3 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLC-4 - Piano List C - Level 4Liveclosed
ClassPLC-4+ - Piano List C - Level 4 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLC-5 - Piano List C - Level 5Liveclosed
ClassPLC-5+ - Piano List C - Level 5 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLC-6 - Piano List C - Level 6Liveclosed
ClassPLC-6+ - Piano List C - Level 6 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLC-7 - Piano List C - Level 7Liveclosed
ClassPLC-7+ - Piano List C - Level 7 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLC-8 - Piano List C - Level 8Liveclosed
ClassPLC-8+ - Piano List C - Level 8 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLC-9 - Piano List C - Level 9Liveclosed
ClassPLC-9+ - Piano List C - Level 9 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLC-10 - Piano List C - Level 10Liveclosed
ClassPLC-10+ - Piano List C - Level 10 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLC-D - Piano List C - ARCTLiveclosed
ClassPLC-D+ - Piano List C - ARCT ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed

Piano 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 piano 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.

ClassPLD-8 - Piano List D - Level 8Liveclosed
ClassPLD-8+ - Piano List D - Level 8 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLD-9 - Piano List D - Level 9Liveclosed
ClassPLD-9+ - Piano List D - Level 9 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLD-10 - Piano List D - Level 10Liveclosed
ClassPLD-10+ - Piano List D - Level 10 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLD-D - Piano List D - ARCTLiveclosed
ClassPLD-D+ - Piano List D - ARCT ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed

Piano Solo by Level - List E

Selection must be from the List E 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 piano 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.

ClassPLE-10 - Piano List E - Level 10Liveclosed
ClassPLE-10+ - Piano List E - Level 10 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLE-D - Piano List E - ARCTLiveclosed
ClassPLE-D+ - Piano List E - ARCT ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed

Piano Solo by Level - List F

Selection must be from the List F 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 piano 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.

ClassPLF-D - Piano List F - ARCTLiveclosed
ClassPLF-D+ - Piano List F - ARCT ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed

Piano 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 piano 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.

ClassPLS-1 - Piano Etudes - Level 1Liveclosed
ClassPLS-1+ - Piano Etudes - Level 1 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLS-2 - Piano Etudes - Level 2Liveclosed
ClassPLS-2+ - Piano Etudes - Level 2 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLS-3 - Piano Etudes - Level 3Liveclosed
ClassPLS-3+ - Piano Etudes - Level 3 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLS-4 - Piano Etudes - Level 4Liveclosed
ClassPLS-4+ - Piano Etudes - Level 4 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLS-5 - Piano Etudes - Level 5Liveclosed
ClassPLS-5+ - Piano Etudes - Level 5 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLS-6 - Piano Etudes - Level 6Liveclosed
ClassPLS-6+ - Piano Etudes - Level 6 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLS-7 - Piano Etudes - Level 7Liveclosed
ClassPLS-7+ - Piano Etudes - Level 7 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLS-8 - Piano Etudes - Level 8Liveclosed
ClassPLS-8+ - Piano Etudes - Level 8 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLS-9 - Piano Etudes - Level 9Liveclosed
ClassPLS-9+ - Piano Etudes - Level 9 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLS-10 - Piano Etudes - Level 10Liveclosed
ClassPLS-10+ - Piano Etudes - Level 10 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLS-D - Piano Etudes - ARCTLiveclosed
ClassPLS-D+ - Piano Etudes - ARCT ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLS-O - Piano Etudes - OpenLiveclosed
ClassPLS-O+ - Piano Etudes - Open ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed

Piano Beginning Method Books (Pre-Conservatory)

Own choice of repertoire selected from early teaching methods that precede Conservatory studies. The first listed level categories are from methods such as (but not limited to) Bastien, Celebrate Piano! Faber and Faber, Alfred, Music Tree etc.

The last 2 categories accommodate the Conservatory pre-Level 1 'Preparatory' books.

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 piano 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.

ClassPLBM-P - Piano Beginning Methods - PrimerLiveclosed
ClassPLBM-P+ - Piano Beginning Methods - Primer ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLBM-1 - Piano Beginning Methods - Level 1Liveclosed
ClassPLBM-1+ - Piano Beginning Methods - Level 1 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLBM-2 - Piano Beginning Methods - Level 2Liveclosed
ClassPLBM-2+ - Piano Beginning Methods - Level 2 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLBM-3 - Piano Beginning Methods - Level 3Liveclosed
ClassPLBM-3+ - Piano Beginning Methods - Level 3 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLBM-4 - Piano Beginning Methods - Level 4Liveclosed
ClassPLBM-4+ - Piano Beginning Methods - Level 4 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLBM-5 - Piano Beginning Methods - Level 5Liveclosed
ClassPLBM-5+ - Piano Beginning Methods - Level 5 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLBM-6 - Piano Beginning Methods - Level 6Liveclosed
ClassPLBM-6+ - Piano Beginning Methods - Level 6 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLP-A - Piano Conservatory Preparatory Level ALiveclosed
ClassPLP-A+ - Piano Conservatory Preparatory Level A ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLP-B - Piano Conservatory Preparatory Level BLiveclosed
ClassPLP-B+ - Piano Conservatory Preparatory Level B ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed

Piano Solo by Level - Conservatory Popular Selection

Own choice. Repertoire must be selected from the Popular Selections section of the current Conservatory 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 piano 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.

ClassPLCP-1 - Piano Cons. Pop - Level 1Liveclosed
ClassPLCP-1+ - Piano Cons. Pop - Level 1 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLCP-2 - Piano Cons. Pop - Level 2Liveclosed
ClassPLCP-2+ - Piano Cons. Pop - Level 2 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLCP-3 - Piano Cons. Pop - Level 3Liveclosed
ClassPLCP-3+ - Piano Cons. Pop - Level 3 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLCP-4 - Piano Cons. Pop - Level 4Liveclosed
ClassPLCP-4+ - Piano Cons. Pop - Level 4 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLCP-5 - Piano Cons. Pop - Level 5Liveclosed
ClassPLCP-5+ - Piano Cons. Pop - Level 5 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLCP-6 - Piano Cons. Pop - Level 6Liveclosed
ClassPLCP-6+ - Piano Cons. Pop - Level 6 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLCP-7 - Piano Cons. Pop - Level 7Liveclosed
ClassPLCP-7+ - Piano Cons. Pop - Level 7 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLCP-8 - Piano Cons. Pop - Level 8Liveclosed
ClassPLCP-8+ - Piano Cons. Pop - Level 8 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLCP-9 - Piano Cons. Pop - Level 9Liveclosed
ClassPLCP-9+ - Piano Cons. Pop - Level 9 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed

Piano 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 piano 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.

ClassPLAR-P - Piano Additional Repertoire - Preparatory LevelLiveclosed
ClassPLAR-P+ - Piano Additional Repertoire - Preparatory Level ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLAR-1 - Piano Additional Repertoire - Level 1Liveclosed
ClassPLAR-1+ - Piano Additional Repertoire - Level 1 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLAR-2 - Piano Additional Repertoire - Level 2Liveclosed
ClassPLAR-2+ - Piano Additional Repertoire - Level 2 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLAR-3 - Piano Additional Repertoire - Level 3Liveclosed
ClassPLAR-3+ - Piano Additional Repertoire - Level 3 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLAR-4 - Piano Additional Repertoire - Level 4Liveclosed
ClassPLAR-4+ - Piano Additional Repertoire - Level 4 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLAR-5 - Piano Additional Repertoire - Level 5Liveclosed
ClassPLAR-5+ - Piano Additional Repertoire - Level 5 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLAR-6 - Piano Additional Repertoire - Level 6Liveclosed
ClassPLAR-6+ - Piano Additional Repertoire - Level 6 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLAR-7 - Piano Additional Repertoire - Level 7Liveclosed
ClassPLAR-7+ - Piano Additional Repertoire - Level 7 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLAR-8 - Piano Additional Repertoire - Level 8Liveclosed
ClassPLAR-8+ - Piano Additional Repertoire - Level 8 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLAR-9 - Piano Additional Repertoire - Level 9Liveclosed
ClassPLAR-9+ - Piano Additional Repertoire - Level 9 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLAR-10 - Piano Additional Repertoire - Level 10Liveclosed
ClassPLAR-10+ - Piano Additional Repertoire - Level 10 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLAR-D - Piano Additional Repertoire - ARCTLiveclosed
ClassPLAR-D+ - Piano Additional Repertoire - ARCT ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLAR-O - Piano Additional Repertoire - OPENLiveclosed
ClassPLAR-O+ - Piano Additional Repertoire - OPEN ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed

Piano 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 a second acoustic piano or digital keyboard. Orchestral introductions by accompanists may be abridged. The Italian Concerto by J.S. Bach is not permitted in this class. 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 piano 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.

ClassPLCF-8 - Piano Concerto Fast Movement - Level 8 and belowLiveclosed
ClassPLCF-8+ - Piano Concerto Fast Movement - Level 8 and below ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLCF-9 - Piano Concerto Fast Movement - Level 9 and aboveLiveclosed
ClassPLCF-9+ - Piano Concerto Fast Movement - Level 9 and above ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLCS-8 - Piano Concerto Slow Movement - Level 8 and belowLiveclosed
ClassPLCS-8+ - Piano Concerto Slow Movement - Level 8 and below ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLCS-9 - Piano Concerto Slow Movement - Level 9 and aboveLiveclosed
ClassPLCS-9+ - Piano Concerto Slow Movement - Level 9 and above ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed

Piano 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 piano 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.

ClassPLSF-8 - Piano Sonata Fast Movement - Level 8 and belowLiveclosed
ClassPLSF-8+ - Piano Sonata Fast Movement - Level 8 and below ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLSF-9 - Piano Sonata Fast Movement - Level 9 and aboveLiveclosed
ClassPLSF-9+ - Piano Sonata Fast Movement - Level 9 and above ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLSS-8 - Piano Sonata Slow Movement - Level 8 and belowLiveclosed
ClassPLSS-8+ - Piano Sonata Slow Movement - Level 8 and below ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPLSS-9 - Piano Sonata Slow Movement - Level 9 and aboveLiveclosed
ClassPLSS-9+ - Piano Sonata Slow Movement - Level 9 and above ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed

Piano Concert Group

Repertoire must be contrasting in style and mood and from different eras. Performance is to take the form of a miniature recital. Competitors may enter only once in this Section. Repertoire for this class must not appear in any other class in this Festival, and must follow the guidelines below:

Levels 1 - 8 - Minimum of 2, maximum of 3 contrasting selections, within the timeframe indicated below. Single movement of a multi-movement work may be played. One selection may be non-conservatory or an etude or popular repertoire. All repertoire must be at the current level of study.

Levels 9 and up - Minimum of 3, maximum of 4 contrasting selections, within the time frame indicated below. Single movement of a multi-movement work may be played. One selection may be non-conservatory or an etude or popular repertoire. Two selections must be at the grade level entered; one selection may be one grade level higher, if desired.

Time Limits:
Levels 1-3 - 5 min
Levels 4-6 - 10 min
Level 7 - 15 min
Level 8 - 20 min
Level 9 - 25 min
Level 10 and up - 30 min

Choice of repertoire, variety of program, variety of period and style, technique, artistry, and stage presence will be considered by the Adjudicator.

ADJUDICATION PLUS categories will include an opportunity for each competitor to return to the piano and work with the adjudicator 1:1 for 15-40 min (level dependent) to receive immediate feedback on incorporating some of the adjudicator's suggestions.

ClassPCGRP-1 - Piano Concert Group - Level 1Liveclosed
ClassPCGRP-1+ - Piano Concert Group - Level 1 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPCGRP-2 - Piano Concert Group - Level 2Liveclosed
ClassPCGRP-2+ - Piano Concert Group - Level 2 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPCGRP-3 - Piano Concert Group - Level 3Liveclosed
ClassPCGRP-3+ - Piano Concert Group - Level 3 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPCGRP-4 - Piano Concert Group - Level 4Liveclosed
ClassPCGRP-4+ - Piano Concert Group - Level 4 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPCGRP-5 - Piano Concert Group - Level 5Liveclosed
ClassPCGRP-5+ - Piano Concert Group - Level 5 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPCGRP-6 - Piano Concert Group - Level 6Liveclosed
ClassPCGRP-6+ - Piano Concert Group - Level 6 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPCGRP-7 - Piano Concert Group - Level 7Liveclosed
ClassPCGRP-7+ - Piano Concert Group - Level 7 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPCGRP-8 - Piano Concert Group - Level 8Liveclosed
ClassPCGRP-8+ - Piano Concert Group - Level 8 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPCGRP-9 - Piano Concert Group - Level 9Liveclosed
ClassPCGRP-9+ - Piano Concert Group - Level 9 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPCGRP-10 - Piano Concert Group - Level 10Liveclosed
ClassPCGRP-10+ - Piano Concert Group - Level 10 ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPCGRP-D - Piano Concert Group - ARCTLiveclosed
ClassPCGRP-D+ - Piano Concert Group - ARCT ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPCGRP-O - Piano Concert Group - OpenLiveclosed
ClassPCGRP-O+ - Piano Concert Group - Open ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed

Piano Canadian Composer

Selection originally written for piano by a Canadian composer (i.e. Anne Crosby Gaudet, Clifford Poole, Oscar Peterson, Christopher Norton etc.) Selection may be from any style, including jazz or pop. 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 piano 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.

ClassPAC-8 - Piano Solo - Composition by a Canadian Composer - Ages 8 and underLiveclosed
ClassPAC-8+ - Piano Solo - Composition by a Canadian Composer - Ages 8 and under ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPAC-10 - Piano Solo - Composition by a Canadian Composer - Ages 10 and underLiveclosed
ClassPAC-10+ - Piano Solo - Composition by a Canadian Composer - Ages 10 and under ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPAC-12 - Piano Solo - Composition by a Canadian Composer - Ages 12 and underLiveclosed
ClassPAC-12+ - Piano Solo - Composition by a Canadian Composer - Ages 12 and under ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPAC-14 - Piano Solo - Composition by a Canadian Composer - Ages 14 and underLiveclosed
ClassPAC-14+ - Piano Solo - Composition by a Canadian Composer - Ages 14 and under ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPAC-16 - Piano Solo - Composition by a Canadian Composer - Ages 16 and underLiveclosed
ClassPAC-16+ - Piano Solo - Composition by a Canadian Composer - Ages 16 and under ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPAC-18 - Piano Solo - Composition by a Canadian Composer - Ages 18 and underLiveclosed
ClassPAC-18+ - Piano Solo - Composition by a Canadian Composer - Ages 18 and under ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPAC-19 - Piano Solo - Composition by a Canadian Composer - ages 19 and overLiveclosed
ClassPAC-19+ - Piano Solo - Composition by a Canadian Composer - ages 19 and over ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed

Piano Solo - JS Bach

Selections must be chosen from the J.S. Bach compositions (original version only—transcriptions are not permitted.) A Prelude and Fugue must be performed together as one selection. 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 piano 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.

ClassPAB-8 - Piano Solo Composed by JS Bach - Ages 8 and underLiveclosed
ClassPAB-8+ - Piano Solo Composed by JS Bach - Ages 8 and under ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPAB-10 - Piano Solo Composed by JS Bach - Ages 10 and underLiveclosed
ClassPAB-10+ - Piano Solo Composed by JS Bach - Ages 10 and under ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPAB-12 - Piano Solo Composed by JS Bach - Ages 12 and underLiveclosed
ClassPAB-12+ - Piano Solo Composed by JS Bach - Ages 12 and under ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPAB-14 - Piano Solo Composed by JS Bach - Ages 14 and underLiveclosed
ClassPAB-14+ - Piano Solo Composed by JS Bach - Ages 14 and under ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPAB-16 - Piano Solo Composed by JS Bach - Ages 16 and underLiveclosed
ClassPAB-16+ - Piano Solo Composed by JS Bach - Ages 16 and under ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPAB-18 - Piano Solo Composed by JS Bach - Ages 18 and underLiveclosed
ClassPAB-18+ - Piano Solo Composed by JS Bach - Ages 18 and under ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPAB-19 - Piano Solo Composed by JS Bach - Ages 19 and overLiveclosed
ClassPAB-19+ - Piano Solo Composed by JS Bach - Ages 19 and over ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed

Piano Solo - Modern (post 1950)

Any late 20th Century (post 1950) or 21st Century piece. 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 piano 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.

ClassPAM-8 - Piano Solo - Modern (post 1950) - Ages 8 and underLiveclosed
ClassPAM-8+ - Piano Solo - Modern (post 1950) - Ages 8 and under ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPAM-10 - Piano Solo - Modern (post 1950) - Ages 10 and underLiveclosed
ClassPAM-10+ - Piano Solo - Modern (post 1950) - Ages 10 and under ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPAM-12 - Piano Solo - Modern (post 1950) - Ages 12 and underLiveclosed
ClassPAM-12+ - Piano Solo - Modern (post 1950) - Ages 12 and under ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPAM-14 - Piano Solo - Modern (post 1950) - Ages 14 and underLiveclosed
ClassPAM-14+ - Piano Solo - Modern (post 1950) - Ages 14 and under ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPAM-16 - Piano Solo - Modern (post 1950) - Ages 16 and underLiveclosed
ClassPAM-16+ - Piano Solo - Modern (post 1950) - Ages 16 and under ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPAM-18 - Piano Solo - Modern (post 1950) - Ages 18 and underLiveclosed
ClassPAM-18+ - Piano Solo - Modern (post 1950) - Ages 18 and under ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPAM-19 - Piano Solo - Modern (post 1950) - Ages 19 and overLiveclosed
ClassPAM-19+ - Piano Solo - Modern (post 1950) - Ages 19 and over ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed

Piano Solo - Jazz, Blues, Ragtime

Own choice of a piece arranged or originally written for piano 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 piano 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.

ClassPAJ-8 - Piano Solo - Jazz, Blues, Ragtime - Ages 8 and underLiveclosed
ClassPAJ-8+ - Piano Solo - Jazz, Blues, Ragtime - Ages 8 and under ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPAJ-10 - Piano Solo - Jazz, Blues, Ragtime - Ages 10 and underLiveclosed
ClassPAJ-10+ - Piano Solo - Jazz, Blues, Ragtime - Ages 10 and under ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPAJ-12 - Piano Solo - Jazz, Blues, Ragtime - Ages 12 and underLiveclosed
ClassPAJ-12+ - Piano Solo - Jazz, Blues, Ragtime - Ages 12 and under ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPAJ-14 - Piano Solo - Jazz, Blues, Ragtime - Ages 14 and underLiveclosed
ClassPAJ-14+ - Piano Solo - Jazz, Blues, Ragtime - Ages 14 and under ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPAJ-16 - Piano Solo - Jazz, Blues, Ragtime - Ages 16 and underLiveclosed
ClassPAJ-16+ - Piano Solo - Jazz, Blues, Ragtime - Ages 16 and under ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPAJ-18 - Piano Solo - Jazz, Blues, Ragtime - Ages 18 and underLiveclosed
ClassPAJ-18+ - Piano Solo - Jazz, Blues, Ragtime - Ages 18 and under ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPAJ-19 - Piano Solo - Jazz, Blues, Ragtime - Ages 19 and overLiveclosed
ClassPAJ-19+ - Piano Solo - Jazz, Blues, Ragtime - Ages 19 and over ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed

Piano 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 piano 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.

ClassPAS-8 - Piano Solo - Sacred - Ages 8 and underLiveclosed
ClassPAS-8+ - Piano Solo - Sacred - Ages 8 and under ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPAS-10 - Piano Solo - Sacred - Ages 10 and underLiveclosed
ClassPAS-10+ - Piano Solo - Sacred - Ages 10 and under ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPAS-12 - Piano Solo - Sacred - Ages 12 and underLiveclosed
ClassPAS-12+ - Piano Solo - Sacred - Ages 12 and under ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPAS-14 - Piano Solo - Sacred - Ages 14 and underLiveclosed
ClassPAS-14+ - Piano Solo - Sacred - Ages 14 and under ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPAS-16 - Piano Solo - Sacred - Ages 16 and underLiveclosed
ClassPAS-16+ - Piano Solo - Sacred - Ages 16 and under ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPAS-18 - Piano Solo - Sacred - Ages 18 and underLiveclosed
ClassPAS-18+ - Piano Solo - Sacred - Ages 18 and under ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPAS-19 - Piano Solo - Sacred - Ages 19 and overLiveclosed
ClassPAS-19+ - Piano Solo - Sacred - Ages 19 and over ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed

Piano Solo - Original Composition

Compose an original piece in what would be considered a 'classical' style for piano. Entrants are required to perform their own compositions. The composition may be handwritten or produced using any music scoring software. Entrants must submit a written score.

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.

Participants will be assessed on their creativity, originality, and overall musicality.

ADJUDICATION PLUS categories will include an opportunity for each competitor to return to the piano 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.

ClassPAOC-14 - Piano Solo - Original Composition - Ages 14 and underLiveclosed
ClassPAOC-14+ - Piano Solo - Original Composition - Ages 14 and under ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPAOC-16 - Piano Solo - Original Composition - Ages 16 and underLiveclosed
ClassPAOC-16+ - Piano Solo - Original Composition - Ages 16 and under ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPAOC-18 - Piano Solo - Original Composition - Ages 18 and underLiveclosed
ClassPAOC-18+ - Piano Solo - Original Composition - Ages 18 and under ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPAOC-19 - Piano Solo - Original Composition - Ages 19 and overLiveclosed
ClassPAOC-19+ - Piano Solo - Original Composition - Ages 19 and over ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed

Piano - Years of Study

Own choice, at the appropriate experience level. Repertoire may be but is not limited to the current RCM or Conservatory Canada syllabi, Alfred's Premier Piano Course, Bastien, Celebrate Piano! Faber and Faber, Hal Leonard Student Piano Library, Music Tree, Northern Lights 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 piano 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.

ClassPY-F - Piano - 1st year of studyLiveclosed
ClassPY-F+ - Piano - 1st year of study ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPY-S - Piano - 2nd year of studyLiveclosed
ClassPY-S+ - Piano - 2nd year of study ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPY-T - Piano - 3rd year of studyLiveclosed
ClassPY-T+ - Piano - 3rd year of study ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPY-Fo - Piano - 4th year of studyLiveclosed
ClassPY-Fo+ - Piano - 4th year of study ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed

Piano Student Duets by Age

Competitors must enter the class according to the age of the oldest in the duet. Competitors may enter this category multiple times with different partners and different repertoire that has not been previously performed in the Festival, but a separate registration is required for each entry. Separate registration forms are required.

ADJUDICATION PLUS categories will include an opportunity for each competitor to return to the piano 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.

ClassPDUO–8 - Piano Duet students - Ages 8 and underLiveclosed
ClassPDUO–8+ - Piano Duet students - Ages 8 and under ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPDUO–10 - Piano Duet students - Ages 10 and underLiveclosed
ClassPDUO–10+ - Piano Duet students - Ages 10 and under ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPDUO–12 - Piano Duet students - Ages 12 and underLiveclosed
ClassPDUO–12+ - Piano Duet students - Ages 12 and under ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPDUO–14 - Piano Duet students - Ages 14 and underLiveclosed
ClassPDUO–14+ - Piano Duet students - Ages 14 and under ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPDUO–16 - Piano Duet students - Ages 16 and underLiveclosed
ClassPDUO–16+ - Piano Duet students - Ages 16 and under ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPDUO–18 - Piano Duet students - Ages 18 and underLiveclosed
ClassPDUO–18+ - Piano Duet students - Ages 18 and under ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPDUO–19 - Piano Duet students - Ages 19 and overLiveclosed
ClassPDUO–19+ - Piano Duet students - Ages 19 and over ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed

Piano Duets Student + Adult/Teacher

Own choice. Duet is performed with teacher or an adult, but only the student will receive an adjudication. 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 piano 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.

ClassPADst-8 - Piano Student & Adult/Teacher Duet - Ages 8 and underLiveclosed
ClassPADst-8+ - Piano Student & Adult/Teacher Duet - Ages 8 and under ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPADst-10 - Piano Student & Adult/Teacher Duet - Ages 10 and underLiveclosed
ClassPADst-10+ - Piano Student & Adult/Teacher Duet - Ages 10 and under ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPADst-12 - Piano Student & Adult/Teacher Duet - Ages 12 and underLiveclosed
ClassPADst-12+ - Piano Student & Adult/Teacher Duet - Ages 12 and under ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPADst-14 - Piano Student & Adult/Teacher Duet - Ages 14 and underLiveclosed
ClassPADst-14+ - Piano Student & Adult/Teacher Duet - Ages 14 and under ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPADst-16 - Piano Student & Adult/Teacher Duet - Ages 16 and underLiveclosed
ClassPADst-16+ - Piano Student & Adult/Teacher Duet - Ages 16 and under ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPADst-18 - Piano Student & Adult/Teacher Duet - Ages 18 and underLiveclosed
ClassPADst-18+ - Piano Student & Adult/Teacher Duet - Ages 18 and under ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed
ClassPADst-19 - Piano Student & Adult/Teacher Duet - Ages 19 and overLiveclosed
ClassPADst-19+ - Piano Student & Adult/Teacher Duet - Ages 19 and over ADJUDICATION PLUSLiveclosed