Own choice of selection from List A of the current RCM or current 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.
ClassSLA-1 - Strings List A - Level 1 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLA-1+ - Strings List A - Level 1 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLA-2 - Strings List A - Level 2 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLA-2+ - Strings List A - Level 2 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLA-3 - Strings List A - Level 3 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLA-3+ - Strings List A - Level 3 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLA-4 - Strings List A - Level 4 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLA-4+ - Strings List A - Level 4 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLA-5 - Strings List A - Level 5 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLA-5+ - Strings List A - Level 5 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLA-6 - Strings List A - Level 6 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLA-6+ - Strings List A - Level 6 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLA-7 - Strings List A - Level 7 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLA-7+ - Strings List A - Level 7 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLA-8 - Strings List A - Level 8 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLA-8+ - Strings List A - Level 8 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLA-9 - Strings List A - Level 9 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLA-9+ - Strings List A - Level 9 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLA-10 - Strings List A - Level 10 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLA-10+ - Strings List A - Level 10 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLA-D - Strings List A - ARCT | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLA-D+ - Strings List A - ARCT ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed |
Own choice of selection from List B of the current RCM or current 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.
ClassSLB-1 - Strings List B - Level 1 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLB-1+ - Strings List B - Level 1 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLB-2 - Strings List B - Level 2 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLB-2+ - Strings List B - Level 2 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLB-3 - Strings List B - Level 3 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLB-3+ - Strings List B - Level 3 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLB-4 - Strings List B - Level 4 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLB-4+ - Strings List B - Level 4 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLB-5 - Strings List B - Level 5 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLB-5+ - Strings List B - Level 5 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLB-6 - Strings List B - Level 6 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLB-6+ - Strings List B - Level 6 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLB-7 - Strings List B - Level 7 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLB-7+ - Strings List B - Level 7 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLB-8 - Strings List B - Level 8 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLB-8+ - Strings List B - Level 8 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLB-9 - Strings List B - Level 9 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLB-9+ - Strings List B - Level 9 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLB-10 - Strings List B - Level 10 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLB-10+ - Strings List B - Level 10 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLB-D - Strings List B - ARCT | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLB-D+ - Strings List B - ARCT ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed |
Own choice of selection from List C of the current RCM or current 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.
ClassSLC-1 - Strings List C - Level 1 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLC-1+ - Strings List C - Level 1 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLC-2 - Strings List C - Level 2 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLC-2+ - Strings List C - Level 2 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLC-3 - Strings List C - Level 3 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLC-3+ - Strings List C - Level 3 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLC-4 - Strings List C - Level 4 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLC-4+ - Strings List C - Level 4 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLC-5 - Strings List C - Level 5 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLC-5+ - Strings List C - Level 5 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLC-6 - Strings List C - Level 6 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLC-6+ - Strings List C - Level 6 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLC-7 - Strings List C - Level 7 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLC-7+ - Strings List C - Level 7 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLC-8 - Strings List C - Level 8 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLC-8+ - Strings List C - Level 8 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLC-9 - Strings List C - Level 9 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLC-9+ - Strings List C - Level 9 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLC-10 - Strings List C - Level 10 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLC-10+ - Strings List C - Level 10 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLC-D - Strings List C - ARCT | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLC-D+ - Strings List C - ARCT ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed |
Own choice of selection from List D of the current RCM or current 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.
ClassSLD-8 - Strings List D - Level 8 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLD-8+ - Strings List D - Level 8 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLD-9 - Strings List D - Level 9 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLD-9+ - Strings List D - Level 9 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLD-10 - Strings List D - Level 10 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLD-10+ - Strings List D - Level 10 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLD-D - Strings List D - ARCT | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLD-D+ - Strings List D - ARCT ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed |
Select one Etude from either the current RCM or CC appropriate Syllabi. 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.
ClassSLS-1 - Strings Etudes - Level 1 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLS-1+ - Strings Etudes - Level 1 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLS-2 - Strings Etudes - Level 2 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLS-2+ - Strings Etudes - Level 2 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLS-3 - Strings Etudes - Level 3 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLS-3+ - Strings Etudes - Level 3 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLS-4 - Strings Etudes - Level 4 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLS-4+ - Strings Etudes - Level 4 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLS-5 - Strings Etudes - Level 5 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLS-5+ - Strings Etudes - Level 5 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLS-6 - Strings Etudes - Level 6 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLS-6+ - Strings Etudes - Level 6 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLS-7 - Strings Etudes - Level 7 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLS-7+ - Strings Etudes - Level 7 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLS-8 - Strings Etudes - Level 8 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLS-8+ - Strings Etudes - Level 8 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLS-9 - Strings Etudes - Level 9 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLS-9+ - Strings Etudes - Level 9 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLS-10 - Strings Etudes - Level 10 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLS-10+ - Strings Etudes - Level 10 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLS-D - Strings Etudes - ARCT | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLS-D+ - Strings Etudes - ARCT ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLS-O - Strings Etudes - Open | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLS-O+ - Strings Etudes - Open ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed |
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.
ClassSLOE-7 - Strings Orchestral Excerpts - Level 7 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLOE-7+ - Strings Orchestral Excerpts - Level 7 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLOE-8 - Strings Orchestral Excerpts - Level 8 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLOE-8+ - Strings Orchestral Excerpts - Level 8 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLOE-9 - Strings Orchestral Excerpts - Level 9 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLOE-9+ - Strings Orchestral Excerpts - Level 9 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLOE-10 - Strings Orchestral Excerpts - Level 10 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLOE-10+ - Strings Orchestral Excerpts - Level 10 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLOE-D - Strings Orchestral Excerpts - ARCT | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLOE-D+ - Strings Orchestral Excerpts - ARCT ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed |
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.
ClassSLAR–1 - Strings Additional Repertoire - Level 1 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLAR–1+ - Strings Additional Repertoire - Level 1 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLAR–2 - Strings Additional Repertoire - Level 2 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLAR–2+ - Strings Additional Repertoire - Level 2 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLAR–3 - Strings Additional Repertoire - Level 3 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLAR–3+ - Strings Additional Repertoire - Level 3 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLAR–4 - Strings Additional Repertoire - Level 4 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLAR–4+ - Strings Additional Repertoire - Level 4 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLAR–5 - Strings Additional Repertoire - Level 5 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLAR–5+ - Strings Additional Repertoire - Level 5 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLAR–6 - Strings Additional Repertoire - Level 6 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLAR–6+ - Strings Additional Repertoire - Level 6 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLAR–7 - Strings Additional Repertoire - Level 7 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLAR–7+ - Strings Additional Repertoire - Level 7 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLAR–8 - Strings Additional Repertoire - Level 8 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLAR–8+ - Strings Additional Repertoire - Level 8 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLAR–9 - Strings Additional Repertoire - Level 9 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLAR–9+ - Strings Additional Repertoire - Level 9 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLAR–10 - Strings Additional Repertoire - Level 10 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLAR–10+ - Strings Additional Repertoire - Level 10 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLAR–D - Strings Additional Repertoire - ARCT | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLAR–D+ - Strings Additional Repertoire - ARCT ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLAR–O - Strings Additional Repertoire - OPEN | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLAR–O+ - Strings Additional Repertoire - OPEN ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed |
Own choice of a fast movement from any standard concerto. Selection does not need to be listed in the current RCM or CC 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.
ClassSLCF-4 - Strings Concerto Fast Movement - Level 4 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLCF-4+ - Strings Concerto Fast Movement - Level 4 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLCF-5 - Strings Concerto Fast Movement - Level 5 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLCF-5+ - Strings Concerto Fast Movement - Level 5 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLCF-6 - Strings Concerto Fast Movement - Level 6 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLCF-6+ - Strings Concerto Fast Movement - Level 6 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLCF-7 - Strings Concerto Fast Movement - Level 7 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLCF-7+ - Strings Concerto Fast Movement - Level 7 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLCF-8 - Strings Concerto Fast Movement - Level 8 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLCF-8+ - Strings Concerto Fast Movement - Level 8 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLCF-9 - Strings Concerto Fast Movement - Level 9 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLCF-9+ - Strings Concerto Fast Movement - Level 9 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLCF-10 - Strings Concerto Fast Movement - Level 10 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLCF-10+ - Strings Concerto Fast Movement - Level 10 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLCF-D - Strings Concerto Fast Movement - ARCT | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLCF-D+ - Strings Concerto Fast Movement - ARCT ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed |
Own choice of a slow movement from any standard concerto. Selection does not need to be listed in the current RCM or CC 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.
ClassSLCS-4 - Strings Concerto Slow Movement - Level 4 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLCS-4+ - Strings Concerto Slow Movement - Level 4 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLCS-5 - Strings ConcertoSlow Movement - Level 5 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLCS-5+ - Strings ConcertoSlow Movement - Level 5 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLCS-6 - Strings Concerto Slow Movement - Level 6 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLCS-6+ - Strings Concerto Slow Movement - Level 6 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLCS-7 - Strings Concerto Slow Movement - Level 7 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLCS-7+ - Strings Concerto Slow Movement - Level 7 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLCS-8 - Strings Concerto Slow Movement - Level 8 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLCS-8+ - Strings Concerto Slow Movement - Level 8 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLCS-9 - Strings Concerto Slow Movement - Level 9 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLCS-9+ - Strings Concerto Slow Movement - Level 9 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLCS-10 - Strings Concerto Slow Movement - Level 10 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLCS-10+ - Strings Concerto Slow Movement - Level 10 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLCS-D - Strings Concerto Slow Movement - ARCT | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLCS-D+ - Strings Concerto Slow Movement - ARCT ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed |
Own choice of a fast movement from any standard sonata. Selection does not need to be listed in the current RCM or CC 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.
ClassSLSF-4 - Strings Sonata Fast Movement - Level 4 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLSF-4+ - Strings Sonata Fast Movement - Level 4 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLSF-5 - Strings Sonata Fast Movement - Level 5 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLSF-5+ - Strings Sonata Fast Movement - Level 5 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLSF-6 - Strings Sonata Fast Movement - Level 6 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLSF-6+ - Strings Sonata Fast Movement - Level 6 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLSF-7 - Strings Sonata Fast Movement - Level 7 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLSF-7+ - Strings Sonata Fast Movement - Level 7 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLSF-8 - Strings Sonata Fast Movement - Level 8 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLSF-8+ - Strings Sonata Fast Movement - Level 8 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLSF-9 - Strings Sonata Fast Movement - Level 9 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLSF-9+ - Strings Sonata Fast Movement - Level 9 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLSF-10 - Strings Sonata Fast Movement - Level 10 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLSF-10+ - Strings Sonata Fast Movement - Level 10 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLSF-D - Strings Sonata Fast Movement - ARCT | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLSF-D+ - Strings Sonata Fast Movement - ARCT ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed |
Own choice of a slow movement from any standard sonata. Selection does not need to be listed in the current RCM or CC 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.
ClassSLSS-4 - Strings Sonata Slow Movement - Level 4 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLSS-4+ - Strings Sonata Slow Movement - Level 4 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLSS-5 - Strings Sonata Slow Movement - Level 5 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLSS-5+ - Strings Sonata Slow Movement - Level 5 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLSS-6 - Strings Sonata Slow Movement - Level 6 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLSS-6+ - Strings Sonata Slow Movement - Level 6 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLSS-7 - Strings Sonata Slow Movement - Level 7 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLSS-7+ - Strings Sonata Slow Movement - Level 7 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLSS-8 - Strings Sonata Slow Movement - Level 8 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLSS-8+ - Strings Sonata Slow Movement - Level 8 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLSS-9 - Strings Sonata Slow Movement - Level 9 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLSS-9+ - Strings Sonata Slow Movement - Level 9 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLSS-10 - Strings Sonata Slow Movement - Level 10 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLSS-10+ - Strings Sonata Slow Movement - Level 10 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLSS-D - Strings Sonata Slow Movement - ARCT | Feeclosed | |
ClassSLSS-D+ - Strings Sonata Slow Movement - ARCT ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed |
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 stage 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.
ClassSCGRP-1 - Strings Concert Group - Level 1 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSCGRP-1+ - Strings Concert Group - Level 1 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSCGRP-2 - Strings Concert Group - Level 2 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSCGRP-2+ - Strings Concert Group - Level 2 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSCGRP-3 - Strings Concert Group - Level 3 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSCGRP-3+ - Strings Concert Group - Level 3 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSCGRP-4 - Strings Concert Group - Level 4 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSCGRP-4+ - Strings Concert Group - Level 4 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSCGRP-5 - Strings Concert Group - Level 5 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSCGRP-5+ - Strings Concert Group - Level 5 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSCGRP-6 - Strings Concert Group - Level 6 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSCGRP-6+ - Strings Concert Group - Level 6 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSCGRP-7 - Strings Concert Group - Level 7 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSCGRP-7+ - Strings Concert Group - Level 7 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSCGRP-8 - Strings Concert Group - Level 8 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSCGRP-8+ - Strings Concert Group - Level 8 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSCGRP-9 - Strings Concert Group - Level 9 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSCGRP-9+ - Strings Concert Group - Level 9 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSCGRP-10 - Strings Concert Group - Level 10 | Feeclosed | |
ClassSCGRP-10+ - Strings Concert Group - Level 10 ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSCGRP-D - Strings Concert Group - ARCT | Feeclosed | |
ClassSCGRP-D+ - Strings Concert Group - ARCT ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSCGRP-O - Strings Concert Group - Open | Feeclosed | |
ClassSCGRP-O+ - Strings Concert Group - Open ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed |
Selection written by a Canadian composer. Selection may be from any style, including jazz or pop, and may be an original composition for string instrument or a transcription. 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.
ClassSACC-8 - Strings Canadian Composer - Ages 8 and under | Feeclosed | |
ClassSACC-8+ - Strings Canadian Composer - Ages 8 and under ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSACC-10 - Strings Canadian Composer - Ages 10 and under | Feeclosed | |
ClassSACC-10+ - Strings Canadian Composer - Ages 10 and under ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSACC-12 - Strings Canadian Composer - Ages 12 and under | Feeclosed | |
ClassSACC-12+ - Strings Canadian Composer - Ages 12 and under ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSACC-14 - Strings Canadian Composer - Ages 14 and under | Feeclosed | |
ClassSACC-14+ - Strings Canadian Composer - Ages 14 and under ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSACC-16 - Strings Canadian Composer - Ages 16 and under | Feeclosed | |
ClassSACC-16+ - Strings Canadian Composer - Ages 16 and under ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSACC-18 - Strings Canadian Composer - Ages 18 and under | Feeclosed | |
ClassSACC-18+ - Strings Canadian Composer - Ages 18 and under ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSACC-19 - Strings Canadian Composer - Ages 19 and over | Feeclosed | |
ClassSACC-19+ - Strings Canadian Composer - Ages 19 and over ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed |
Own choice. Repertoire maybe selected from other teaching methods, i.e. Suzuki Method Book etc.) but may not be selected from the current CC or RCM syllabi. 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.
ClassSANC-8 - Strings Non-conservatory - Ages 8 and under | Feeclosed | |
ClassSANC-8+ - Strings Non-conservatory - Ages 8 and under ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSANC-10 - Strings Non-conservatory - Ages 10 and under | Feeclosed | |
ClassSANC-10+ - Strings Non-conservatory - Ages 10 and under ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSANC-12 - Strings Non-conservatory - Ages 12 and under | Feeclosed | |
ClassSANC-12+ - Strings Non-conservatory - Ages 12 and under ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSANC-14 - Strings Non-conservatory - Ages 14 and under | Feeclosed | |
ClassSANC-14+ - Strings Non-conservatory - Ages 14 and under ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSANC-16 - Strings Non-conservatory - Ages 16 and under | Feeclosed | |
ClassSANC-16+ - Strings Non-conservatory - Ages 16 and under ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSANC-18 - Strings Non-conservatory - Ages 18 and under | Feeclosed | |
ClassSANC-18+ - Strings Non-conservatory - Ages 18 and under ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSANC-19 - Strings Non-conservatory - Ages 19 and over | Feeclosed | |
ClassSANC-19+ - Strings Non-conservatory - Ages 19 and over ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed |
Own choice. Any selection which would be classified as fiddle music. 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.
ClassSAF-10 - Strings Fiddle - Ages 10 and under | Feeclosed | |
ClassSAF-10+ - Strings Fiddle - Ages 10 and under ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSAF-12 - Strings Fiddle - Ages 12 and under | Feeclosed | |
ClassSAF-12+ - Strings Fiddle - Ages 12 and under ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSAF-14 - Strings Fiddle - Ages 14 and under | Feeclosed | |
ClassSAF-14+ - Strings Fiddle - Ages 14 and under ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSAF-16 - Strings Fiddle - Ages 16 and under | Feeclosed | |
ClassSAF-16+ - Strings Fiddle - Ages 16 and under ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSAF-18 - Strings Fiddle - Ages 18 and under | Feeclosed | |
ClassSAF-18+ - Strings Fiddle - Ages 18 and under ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSAF-19 - Strings Fiddle - ages 19 and over | Feeclosed | |
ClassSAF-19+ - Strings Fiddle - ages 19 and over ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed |
Own choice. Perform a Blues, Country, Jazz, or Pop standards. Selection does not need to be listed in the 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.
ClassSAPJ-8 - Strings - Pop, Jazz, Blues or Country - Ages 8 and under | Feeclosed | |
ClassSAPJ-8+ - Strings - Pop, Jazz, Blues or Country - Ages 8 and under ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSAPJ-10 - Strings - Pop, Jazz, Blues or Country - Ages 10 and under | Feeclosed | |
ClassSAPJ-10+ - Strings - Pop, Jazz, Blues or Country - Ages 10 and under ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSAPJ-12 - Strings - Pop, Jazz, Blues or Country - Ages 12 and under | Feeclosed | |
ClassSAPJ-12+ - Strings - Pop, Jazz, Blues or Country - Ages 12 and under ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSAPJ-14 - Strings - Pop, Jazz, Blues or Country - Ages 14 and under | Feeclosed | |
ClassSAPJ-14+ - Strings - Pop, Jazz, Blues or Country - Ages 14 and under ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSAPJ-16 - Strings - Pop, Jazz, Blues or Country - Ages 16 and under | Feeclosed | |
ClassSAPJ-16+ - Strings - Pop, Jazz, Blues or Country - Ages 16 and under ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSAPJ-18 - Strings - Pop, Jazz, Blues or Country - Ages 18 and under | Feeclosed | |
ClassSAPJ-18+ - Strings - Pop, Jazz, Blues or Country - Ages 18 and under ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSAPJ-19 - Strings - Pop, Jazz, Blues or Country - Ages 19 and over | Feeclosed | |
ClassSAPJ-19+ - Strings - Pop, Jazz, Blues or Country - Ages 19 and over ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed |
Own choice. 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.
ClassSY-F - Strings Solo - 1st year of study | Feeclosed | |
ClassSY-F+ - Strings Solo - 1st year of study ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSY-S - Strings Solo - 2nd year of study | Feeclosed | |
ClassSY-S+ - Strings Solo - 2nd year of study ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSY-T - Strings Solo - 3rd year of study | Feeclosed | |
ClassSY-T+ - Strings Solo - 3rd year of study ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSY-Fo - Strings Solo - 4th year of study | Feeclosed | |
ClassSY-Fo+ - Strings Solo - 4th year of study ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed |
Own choice of repertoire. Competitors must enter the class according to the age of the oldest competitor. 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 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.
ClassSDUO–8 - Strings Duet students - Ages 8 and under | Feeclosed | |
ClassSDUO–8+ - Strings Duet students - Ages 8 and under ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSDUO–10 - Strings Duet students - Ages 10 and under | Feeclosed | |
ClassSDUO–10+ - Strings Duet students - Ages 10 and under ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSDUO–12 - Strings Duet students - Ages 12 and under | Feeclosed | |
ClassSDUO–12+ - Strings Duet students - Ages 12 and under ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSDUO–14 - Strings Duet students - Ages 14 and under | Feeclosed | |
ClassSDUO–14+ - Strings Duet students - Ages 14 and under ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSDUO–16 - Strings Duet students - Ages 16 and under | Feeclosed | |
ClassSDUO–16+ - Strings Duet students - Ages 16 and under ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSDUO–18 - Strings Duet students - Ages 18 and under | Feeclosed | |
ClassSDUO–18+ - Strings Duet students - Ages 18 and under ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSDUO–19 - Strings Duet students - Ages 19 and over | Feeclosed | |
ClassSDUO–19+ - Strings Duet students - Ages 19 and over ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed |
Own choice. Duet is performed with teacher or other 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 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.
ClassSADst-8 - Strings Student & Adult/Teacher Duet - Ages 8 and under | Feeclosed | |
ClassSADst-8+ - Strings Student & Adult/Teacher Duet - Ages 8 and under ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSADst-10 - Strings Student & Adult/Teacher Duet - Ages 10 and under | Feeclosed | |
ClassSADst-10+ - Strings Student & Adult/Teacher Duet - Ages 10 and under ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSADst-12 - Strings Student & Adult/Teacher Duet - Ages 12 and under | Feeclosed | |
ClassSADst-12+ - Strings Student & Adult/Teacher Duet - Ages 12 and under ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSADst-14 - Strings Student & Adult/Teacher Duet - Ages 14 and under | Feeclosed | |
ClassSADst-14+ - Strings Student & Adult/Teacher Duet - Ages 14 and under ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSADst-16 - Strings Student & Adult/Teacher Duet - Ages 16 and under | Feeclosed | |
ClassSADst-16+ - Strings Student & Adult/Teacher Duet - Ages 16 and under ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSADst-18 - Strings Student & Adult/Teacher Duet - Ages 18 and under | Feeclosed | |
ClassSADst-18+ - Strings Student & Adult/Teacher Duet - Ages 18 and under ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSADst-19 - Strings Student & Adult/Teacher Duet - Ages 19 and over | Feeclosed | |
ClassSADst-19+ - Strings Student & Adult/Teacher Duet - Ages 19 and over ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed |
Own choice of repertoire. Competitors must enter the class according to the age of the oldest competitor. Competitors may enter this category multiple times with different trio groupings 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 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.
ClassSATR–8 - Strings Trio students - Ages 8 and under | Feeclosed | |
ClassSATR–8+ - Strings Trio students - Ages 8 and under ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSATR–10 - Strings Trio students - Ages 10 and under | Feeclosed | |
ClassSATR–10+ - Strings Trio students - Ages 10 and under ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSATR–12 - Strings Trio students - Ages 12 and under | Feeclosed | |
ClassSATR–12+ - Strings Trio students - Ages 12 and under ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSATR–14 - Strings Trio students - Ages 14 and under | Feeclosed | |
ClassSATR–14+ - Strings Trio students - Ages 14 and under ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSATR–16 - Strings Trio students - Ages 16 and under | Feeclosed | |
ClassSATR–16+ - Strings Trio students - Ages 16 and under ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSATR–18 - Strings Trio students - Ages 18 and under | Feeclosed | |
ClassSATR–18+ - Strings Trio students - Ages 18 and under ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed | |
ClassSATR–19 - Strings Trio students - Ages 19 and over | Feeclosed | |
ClassSATR–19+ - Strings Trio students - Ages 19 and over ADJUDICATION PLUS | Feeclosed |