| An original copy of the music is required at the time of the competition. |
| PIANO DIVISION |
PIANO SOLO
PIANO – SUZUKI CLASSES (Pn Suzuki Book #)
| Suzuki Book | Fee | Competition Class | Non-Competitive Class |
| Book 1 | $20.00 | ● | ● |
| Book 2 | $20.00 | ● | ● |
| Book 3 | $20.00 | ● | ● |
| Book 4 | $25.00 | ● | ● |
| Book 5 | $25.00 | ● | ● |
| Book 6 | $25.00 | ● | ● |
| Book 7 | $25.00 | ● | ● |
| Memorization | Required | Not Required |
PIANO – PREPARATORY LEVELS
Pieces must be in the current RCM or Conservatory Canada (classical) piano syllabus. Please enter the title of the test piece(s) on entry the form, exactly as stated in the conservatory syllabus. Note: Where grading discrepancy occurs between syllabi, the RCM level is used.
Competitor’s own choice unless otherwise indicated.
| Level | Fee | Competition Class | Non-Competitive Class |
| Prep A | $20.00 | ● | ● |
| Prep B | $20.00 | ● | ● |
| Memorization | Required | Not Required |
See more Introductory classes in Piano Duets, Trios and Quartets.
PIANO – BEGINNER CLASSES
| Level | Fee | Class |
| Older Beginner – At least 14 years of age as of December
31st of the preceding year. |
$20.00 | Pn Beg Older NC● |
| Adult Beginner – At least 18 years of age as of December
31st preceding year and enrolled in music studies for 2 years or less |
$20.00 | Pn Beg Adult NC● |
| Memorization | Not Required |
| An original copy of the music is required at the time of the competition. |
PIANO SOLO
PIANO – JUNIOR CLASSES
Please enter the title of the test piece(s) on entry the form, exactly as stated in the conservatory syllabus. Memorization required except for Non-competitive classes.
The Class Code is Pn Grade List or Type
| LEVEL | FEES | RCM or Conservatory Canada (classical) piano Syllabus #1 | Contemporary Idioms
(Con Idioms) #2 |
Canadian #3 | One Study | ||
| List A | List B | List C | |||||
| Level 1 | $20.00 | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● |
| Level 2 | $20.00 | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● |
| Level 3 | $20.00 | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | |
| Non-Competition
Option |
Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No | Yes | |
| Memorization | Yes, unless choosing NC option | Yes | Yes | Yes | |||
| LEVEL | Two Contrasting Studies #4 | Group of Three A-B-C | Group of Three Contemporary Contrasting Pieces #5 | O Canada! #6 | Sight Reading #7 |
| $30.00 | $36.00 | $36.00 | 20.00 | $20.00 | |
| Level 1 | ● | ● | ● | ||
| Level 2 | ● | ● | ● | ||
| Level 3 | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● |
| Non-Competition
Option |
Yes | Yes | No | No | No |
| Memorization | Yes, unless choosing NC option | Yes | Yes | Yes |
PIANO JUNIOR CLASS NOTES:
- Competitor’s own choice unless otherwise indicated. Pieces must be from the current RCM or Conservatory Canada (classical) piano syllabus unless otherwise indicated. Please enter the title of the test piece(s) on entry the form, exactly as stated in the conservatory syllabus.
- Choose from one of the following current sources: Conservatory Canada’s “Contemporary Idioms Syllabus”; RCM’s “Popular Selection List”; Canadian Music Showcase Syllabus; Canadian National Conservatory of Music Syllabus; Christopher Norton’s “Connections” series or “Microjazz” series at the grade level specified. Memorization is required.
- Choose one piece of music from any of the following current sources: Canadian Contemporary Showcase Syllabus; Royal Conservatory of Music Syllabus; Conservatory Canada Syllabus; Canadian Music Showcase Syllabus; or Canadian National Conservatory of Music syllabus at the grade level specified.
- Candidate may substitute one study with a piece from the RCM Popular Selection List.
- Own choice of three selections representing contrasting styles or rhythmic Choose from the current Conservatory Canada’s “Contemporary Idioms Syllabus”: or RCM’s “Popular Selection List”; or Christopher Norton’s “Connections” series at the grade level specified.
- Arrangements available From Canada Conservatory New Millennium Series.
- Sight Reading pieces will be approximately one grade level below the indicated grade level.
See more Junior Piano classes in Piano Duets, Trios and Quartets. Composition classes available.
| An original copy of the music is required at the time of the competition. |
PIANO SOLO
PIANO – INTERMEDIATE CLASSES
Please enter the title of the test piece(s) on entry the form, exactly as stated in the conservatory syllabus. Memorization required except for Non-competitive classes.
Legend:
- Available Class
- A student who participates in this class may be eligible to be nominated to the Provincial Music Festival.
| LEVEL | FEES | RCM or Conservatory Canada
(classical) piano Syllabus #1 |
Contemporary
Idioms #2 |
Canadian
Contemporary #3 |
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| List A | List B | List C | ||||
| Level 4 | $22.00 | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● |
| Level 5 | $22.00 | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● |
| Level 6 | $22.00 | ► | ► | ► | ● | ● |
| Memorization | Required | |||||
| LEVEL | Two Contrasting
Studies #4 |
Group of Three A-B-C | Group of Three
Contemporary Contrasting Pieces#5 |
O Canada! #6 | Sight
Reading #7 |
| $35.00 | $40.00 | $40.00 | $22.00 | $22.00 | |
| Level 4 | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● |
| Level 5 | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● |
| Level 6 | ● | ► | ● | ● | ● |
| Memorization | Required | NA | |||
PIANO SOLO INTERMEDIATE NOTES
- Competitor’s own choice unless otherwise indicated. Pieces must be from the current RCM or Conservatory Canada (classical) piano syllabus unless otherwise indicated. Please enter the title of the test piece(s) on entry the form, exactly as stated in the conservatory syllabus.
- Choose from one of the following current sources: Conservatory Canada’s “Contemporary Idioms Syllabus”; RCM’s “Popular Selection List”; Canadian Music Showcase Syllabus; Canadian National Conservatory of Music Syllabus; Christopher Norton’s “Connections” series or “Microjazz” series at the grade level specified. Should be memorized.
- Choose one piece of music from any of the following current sources: Canadian Contemporary Showcase Syllabus; Royal Conservatory of Music Syllabus; Conservatory Canada Syllabus; Canadian Music Showcase Syllabus; or Canadian National Conservatory of Music syllabus at the level specified.
- Candidate may substitute one study with a piece from the RCM Popular Selection List.
- Own choice of three selections representing contrasting styles or rhythmic groove. Choose from the current Conservatory Canada’s “Contemporary Idioms Syllabus”: or RCM’s “Popular Selection List”; or Christopher Norton’s “Connections” series at the level specified.
- Arrangements available From Canada Conservatory New Millennium Series.
- Sight Reading pieces will be approximately one level below the indicated level.
See more Intermediate classes in Piano Duets, Trios and Quartets. Composition classes available. See also, Colin Rose Memorial Scholarship Competition.
PIANO SOLO
| An original copy of the music is required at the time of the competition. |
PIANO – SENIOR CLASSES
Please enter the title of the test piece(s) on entry the form, exactly as stated in the conservatory syllabus. Memorization required except for Non-competitive classes.
Legend:
- Available Class
- A student who participates in this class may be eligible to be nominated to the Provincial Music Festival.
| Level | FEES | RCM or Conservatory Canada (classical) piano
Syllabus |
Contemporary Idioms
#1 |
Canadian Contemporary #2 | O Canada! #11 | ||||
| List A | List B | List C | List D | List E | |||||
| Level 7 | $25.00 | ► | ► | ► | ► | ● | ● | ● | |
| Level 8 | $25.00 | ► | ► | ► | ► | ● | ● | ● | |
| Level 9 | $25.00 | ► | ► | ► | ► | ● | ● | ● | |
| Level 10 | $25.00 | ► | ► | ► | ► | ► | ● | ● | |
| ARCT (12) | $40.00 | ► (#10) | ► (#10) | ► | ► | ► | ● | ||
| LEVEL | Two Contrasting Studies
#3 |
Group of Three A-B-C | Group of Three Contemporary Contrasting Pieces
#4 |
Group of Three from Three Periods (Leon Nash)
#5 |
Group of Three from One Period (Lioness)
#6 |
Sight Reading #7 | Concert Etude (A.R.C.T.) #9 |
| Scholarship Eligibility | Leon Nash Scholarship | Newmarket Lioness Club | |||||
| $40.00 | $45.00 | $45.00 | $45.00 | $45.00 | $25.00 | $35.00 | |
| Level 7 | 1099 | ► | ► | ● | |||
| Level 8 | 1100 | ► | ► | ► | ● | ||
| Level 9 | 1101 | ► | ► | ● | |||
| Level 10 | 1102 | ► | ► | ● | |||
| ARCT(12) | ► | ► | ► |
PIANO SOLO
| An original copy of the music is required at the time of the competition. |
CONCERTO CLASS
- Competitor’s own choice of any number of movements of a piano concerto by any composer.
- Competitors must provide their own accompanist.
| PIANO SOLO | Concerto Level 8 and under | Concerto Level 9 and up |
| Fees | 50.00 | $60.00 |
| Time Limits | 15 minutes | 20 minutes |
| 10 Years & Under | ► | ► |
| 11 Years & 12 Years | ► | ► |
| 13 Years & 14 Years | ► | ► |
| 15 Years & 16 Years | ► | ► |
| 17 Years & 18 Years | ► |
Things to note:
Competitors in these classes may want to refer to the provincial competition guidelines in their selection of the repertoire. The guidelines are available in https://omfa.ca/syllabus/#
For 2020, the provincial competition for concerto classes will be performed live.
BACH INVENTION CLASS
Competitor’s own choice. Class will be sub-divided by level of music.
| Fee | Class | |
| 2PT Bach Invention | $30.00 | ● |
| 3 PT Bach Invention | $30.00 | ● |
SENIOR PIANO SOLO NOTES
- Choose from one of the following current sources: Conservatory Canada’s “Contemporary Idioms Syllabus”; RCM’s “Popular Selection List”; Canadian Music Showcase Syllabus; Canadian National Conservatory of Music Syllabus; Christopher Norton’s “Connections” series or “Microjazz” series at the grade level specified. Should be memorized.
- Choose one piece of music from any of the following current sources: Canadian Contemporary Showcase Syllabus; Royal Conservatory of Music Syllabus; Conservatory Canada Syllabus; Canadian Music Showcase Syllabus; or Canadian National Conservatory of Music syllabus at the grade level specified.
- Candidate may substitute one study with a piece from the RCM Popular Selection List.
- Own choice of three selections representing contrasting styles or rhythmic groove. Choose from the current Conservatory Canada’s “Contemporary Idioms Syllabus”: or RCM’s “Popular Selection List”; or Christopher Norton’s “Connections” series at the grade level specified.
- The LEON NASH SCHOLARSHIP will be awarded to the Adjudicator’s choice in this Pieces in the following groups need not be chosen from any syllabus. Competitors will supply music for the Adjudicator and will state the names of selections on entry form. Play ONE movement only when choosing a sonata. TOTAL TIME SHOULD NOT EXCEED 20 MINUTES. Play only ONE Movement of a sonata selection. The adjudicator or marshal may stop the competitor at 20 minutes.
- This is a Scholarship class sponsored by the NEWMARKET LIONESS CLUB. Pieces in the following groups need not be chosen from any Competitors will supply music for the Adjudicator and will state names of selections chosen on entry form. Competitor may substitute with own choice of a complete sonata performed within the prescribed time limit. TOTAL TIME SHOULD NOT EXCEED 20 MINUTES. The adjudicator or marshal may stop the competitor at 20 minutes.
- Sight Reading pieces will be approximately one grade level below the indicated grade level.
- Competitor’s own choice unless otherwise indicated. Non-competitive Master Classes are provided to give an opportunity for the student and adjudicator to work together on a test piece. The piece is to be selected at the current grade level of the student and must be played from memory.
- For Grade 7 & 8: Piece may be from List A, B, C or D, of the current R.C.M., Conservatory Canada Syllabus, Contemporary Showcase syllabus, Canadian Music Showcase syllabus or Northern Lights: Canadian National Conservatory of Music syllabus.
- For Grade 9, 10 and ARCT: This test piece may be from List A, B, C, D, or E of the current R.C.M., Conservatory Canada syllabus, Contemporary Showcase syllabus, Canadian Music Showcase syllabus, or Canadian National Conservatory of Music syllabus.
- Competitor’s own choice from R.C.M. A.R.C.T. list.
- There is a time limit of 20 minutes.
- Arrangements available From Canada Conservatory New Millenium Series
- Participants in the ARCT classes must not have completed the ARCT examination as of December 31 of the previous year. Repertoire from the RCM licentiate syllabus is not permitted. ARCT participants must not have competed in the OPEN class in previous years.
See more Senior classes in Piano Duets, Trios and Quartets. Composition classes available. See also, Colin Rose Memorial Scholarship Competition Karen Barker Memorial Scholarship.
| An original copy of the music is required at the time of the competition. |
PIANO SOLO
COLIN ROSE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP CLASS
This class is held annually in memory of Colin Rose. As a twelve year-old, Colin showed promise as a pianist. He was studying at the Grade Eight level when leukemia tragically took his life. The award is valued at $400.00
ELIGIBILITY
- Competitors must be 12 or 13 years of age as of December 31 of the preceding year.
- Competitors may not have completed Level 8 and above in their studies.
- Previous winners may not compete again for this scholarship.
- RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT. The participant must be a resident of Regional Municipality of York and the Town of Bradford/West Gwillimbury or the participant’s teacher must have a studio in the Regional Municipality of York and the Town of Bradford/West Gwillimbury.
NOTE:
- All competitors will receive their adjudication as in all other competitive classes.
- When competing in other Level 7 classes, competitor may not use either piece of his selected set in the other classes. In order words, a piece can only be played once in the festival.
| Class Code | Fee | Provincial Qualifier | Repertoire |
| Pn 7 Rose A | $40.00 | ► | Invention No. 1 in C major BWV 772 by J. S. Bach |
| Toques and Parkas from Arctic Voices by Susan Griesdale | |||
| Pn 7 Rose B | $40.00 | ► | Sonata in C Major (No. 2), 2nd Movement by Giovanni Bennedetto Platti |
| Winter Solstice Song (no. 38) from For Children 1 by Bela Bartok |
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- A student who participates in this class may be eligible to be nominated for the Provincial Music Festival.
DALE JACKSON MEMORIAL JAZZ PIANO SCHOLARSHIP CLASS
The Newmarket Lioness Club has established this class in memory of Dale Jackson who had a love of Jazz Piano. The award is given at two levels.
ELIGIBILITY
- Previous winners of this class may not compete again for this scholarship at the same level.
- RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT. The participant must be a resident of Regional Municipality of York and the Town of Bradford/West Gwillimbury or the participant’s teacher must have a studio in the Regional Municipality of York and the Town of Bradford/West Gwillimbury.
NOTE:
- Repertoire: One piece in jazz or popular style.
- Performance of the selected piece must incorporate a prominent improvisation component.
- Printed music (full score or lead sheet) that the performance is based on must be presented to the adjudicator on the day of the performance. Either a lead sheet or full score is acceptable.
- When competing in other classes, competitor may not use the same piece in another class.
| Class Code | Level | Fee | Total Playing Time |
| SC Jackson Int | Level 5 to Level 8 | $45.00 | Max 3 minutes |
| SC Jackson Snr | Level 9-ARCT | $50.00 | Max 5 minutes |
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KAREN BARKER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
For many years, Karen Barker worked tirelessly to make the Newmarket Lions’ Club Music Festival a magnet for musical excellence in York Region. As a volunteer and later as the Festival administrator, Karen’s work has ensured the success the Festival enjoys today. Karen studied piano as a young girl and although she enjoyed all forms of music, piano continued to be a favourite. Karen was a member of the Newmarket Lions’ Club and was involved with the Festival for over twenty-five years.
Upon Karen’s passing, her family established the Karen Barker Memorial Scholarship to honour her memory. The award is given to a senior pianist who best presents their chosen programme as described in the section below. The award is currently valued at
$500.00.
The adjudicator determines the winner of the award and the decision is final. A minimum mark of 85 on overall adjudication.
ELIGIBILITY:
- Previous winners may not compete again for this scholarship.
- RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT. The participant must be a resident of Regional Municipality of York and the Town of Bradford/West Gwillimbury or the participant’s teacher must have a studio in the Regional Municipality of York and the Town of Bradford/West Gwillimbury.
PROGRAMME REQUIREMENTS:
- Candidates must perform four pieces from memory at a minimum of grade 9 (Conservatory) level.
- While the choice of which piece to perform is left to the competitor, all pieces chosen must be on a current conservatory list.
- Programme length is not to exceed thirty minutes.
- Balance of program will be considered.
- Program must include:
- A Bach Prelude and Fugue
- A contemporary original work by a Canadian composer.
- The competitor will be asked to sight read a piece that is provided by the adjudicator.
- Each candidate must also answer a Viva Voce question asked by the adjudicator.
| Class Code | Provincial
Qualifier |
Fee |
| SC Barker | ► | $60.00 |
| NOTE: An original copy of the music must be provided by the competitors for the adjudicator’s use. |
PIANO DUETS, TRIOS AND QUARTETS
PIANO DUETS 1P4H
Class Selection: The class selection must be the highest level between the members. For example, if one member is at a level 4(Intermediate) and the other is at level 3(Junior), the group must compete at the Intermediate level.
Registration: Each performing pair may play one entry. However, a performer may play with a different partner in another entry.
| PIANO DUET | |||||
| Class | Level of study | Code | Repertoire | Memorization | Fee |
| Junior | Level 1-Level 3 | PN Duet Jr | Own Choice | Not Required | $25.00 |
| Intermediate | Level 4-Level 6 | Pn Duet In | Own Choice | Not Required | $30.00 |
| Senior | Level 7-Level 8 | Pn Duet Sr | Own Choice | Not Required | $35.00 |
| Advanced | Level 9 and up | Pn Duet Ad | Own Choice | Not Required | $40.00 |
| PIANO DUET – NON-COMPETITTIVE CLASSES | |||||
| Class | Level of study | Code | Repertoire | Memorization | Fee |
| Parent and Child | Any | PN P and C | Own Choice | Not Required | $25.00 |
| Teacher and Student | Any | PN T and S | Own Choice | Not Required | $25.00 |
| Siblings | Any | Pn Siblings | Own Choice | Not Required | $25.00 |
PIANO TRIOS 1P6H
Class Selection: The class selection must be the highest level within the group. For example, if one member of the group is at a level 4 (Intermediate) and the others at level 3(Junior), the group must compete at the Intermediate level.
Registration: Each performing trio may play only once. However, a performer may play with different partners in another entry.
| PIANO TRIOS | |||||
| Class | Level of study | Code | Repertoire | Memorization | Fee |
| Junior | Level 1-Level 4 | Pn Trio Jr | Own Choice | Not Required | $30.00 |
| Intermediate | Level 5-Level 6 | Pn Trio In | Own Choice | Not Required | $35.00 |
| Senior | Level 7-Level 8 | Pn Trio Sr | Own Choice | Not Required | $40.00 |
| Advanced | Level 9 and up | Pn Trio Ad | Own Choice | Not Required | $50.00 |
PIANO QUARTET
Pianos: Two Pianos will be provided for this class, if requested. Competition date will be different.
Registration: Each performing quartet may play only once. However, a performer may play with different partners in another entry.
| PIANO Quartets | |||||
| Class | Level of study | Code | Repertoire | Memorization | Fee |
| Junior | Level 1-Level 4 | Pn Qtt Jr | Own Choice | Not Required | $40.00 |
| Intermediate | Level 5-Level 6 | Pn Qtt In | Own Choice | Not Required | $45.00 |
| Senior | Level 7-Level 8 | Pn Qtt Sr | Own Choice | Not Required | $50.00 |
| Advanced | Level 9 and up | Pn Trio Ad | Own Choice | Not Required | $60.00 |