2024 Syllabus - Special Competition Classes

These classes represent specialty competitions that are offered in partnership with other Arts organizations in our area.

These competitions may be adjudicated by a panel of judges. A winner will be chosen and in most cases, the winner will have the opportunity to perform with the sponsoring organization. Please see each of the competitions for more details and eligibility requirements.

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.

Aria Competition

The Aria Competition is open to all Classical Voice students and is held in conjunction with The King Edward Choir. The winner of the competition will be required to perform their Aria at the King Edward Choir concert on Saturday May 4th, 2024. By entering this class, you indicate your agreement and availability to perform that day and attend rehearsals as outlined below. In addition, you may be invited to perform in section (soprano, alto, tenor or bass as appropriate) with the choir for one of their selections. This will be at the discretion of the King Edward Choir Music Director and if the Aria winner is agreeable. She will discuss the logistics with the winner immediately following the Aria competition.

Please note the following rehearsals for the King Edward Choir that the winner will need to attend to prepare for the concert:
- Monday April 22nd & Monday April 29th - you will be asked to attend the first part of the rehearsal from 7 - 8:15
- Wednesday May 1st - you will be asked to attend the dress rehearsal from 6:30 - 9pm

Repertoire - Own choice, any Aria for any voice. Maximum performance time is 5 minutes. The theme of the King Edward Choir Concert is 'Peace'. The Aria winner is not required to match the theme, but may if they choose.

Any further questions can be directed to the Barrie Kiwanis Music Festival Director at festivaldirectorbkmf@gmail.com

Jazz Competition

The Jazz Competition is open to all singers and instrumentalists and is held in conjunction with The Skyliners Big Band. The winner of the competition will be required to perform their selection with the Skyliners Big Band at one of their spring 2024 Concerts. This will either be Thursday May 16th or a TBD date in June during the Barrie Jazz and Blues Festival. The choice of date will be decided jointly by the winner and the Skyliners Director. By entering this class, you indicate your agreement and availability to perform and attend rehearsals as needed and determined with the Band Director to prepare for the concert.

Repertoire - Participants are asked to prepare ONE of the following pieces in the key indicated. Performance is to include the complete melody followed by a full repeat that is ad lib on the chord structure indicated. Once you have determined your selection, a lead sheet will be provided by emailing the address given below. Participants must follow the form and changes of that provided lead sheet. Song choices are:

All of Me - C
Autumn Leaves - Em
Black Orpheus (A Day in the Life of a Fool) - Am
Call Me Irresponsible - F
Don't Get Around Much Anymore - C
Fly Me to the Moon - Am
Girl from Ipanema - F
How High the Moon - G
I Left My Heart in San Francisco - Bb
Misty - Eb
Satin Doll - C
Song for My Father - Fm
Take the A Train - C
This Masquerade - Fm

Any further questions can be directed to the Barrie Kiwanis Music Festival Director at festivaldirectorbkmf@gmail.com