Please use the links below to navigate to the different sections of the Strings syllabus. To browse through the other sections of the overall Music syllabus, please use the links on the left-hand side further down this page.

• Section 75: Violin – Open – ARCT & Above
• Section 76: Violin – Advanced – ARCT (16 years of age and under)
• Section 77: Violin & Viola – Concert Groups
• Section 78: Violin – Graded Classes – Introductory to Grade 10
• Section 79: Viola – Open – ARCT & Above
• Section 80: Viola – Advanced – ARCT (16 years of age and under)
• Section 81: Viola – Graded Classes – Introductory to Grade 10
• Section 82: String Duets
• Section 83: Violin & Viola – Women Composers
• Section 84: Violin & Viola – BIPOC Composers
• Section 85: Violin & Viola – Later Tuition
• Section 86: Cello – Open – ARCT & Above
• Section 87: Cello – Advanced – ARCT (16 years of age and under)
• Section 88: Cello & Double Bass – Concert Groups
• Section 89: Cello – Graded Classes – Introductory to Grade 10
• Section 90: Double Bass – Open – ARCT & Above
• Section 91: Double Bass – Advanced – ARCT (16 years of age and under)
• Section 92: Double Bass – Graded Classes – Introductory to Grade 10
• Section 93: Cello & Double Bass – Women Composers
• Section 94: Cello & Double Bass – BIPOC Composers
• Section 95: Cello & Double Bass – Later Tuition
• Section 96: Suzuki Strings – Non-Competitive
• Section 97: Popular Strings– New!

Section 75: Violin Solo – Open – ARCT & Above

Section Notes

1. 1. Refer to Rules 11, 12, 13, 18, 19, 22, 24, 49, 52, 64 and 80. Read all Syllabus rules with care.
   2. All music in this section must be of at least ARCT or equivalent level (not necessarily on current lists). Grade 10 or lower not acceptable. Competitors to check Current RCM and Conservatory Canada lists.  Competitors may not enter Advanced or Graded classes.
   3. All selections must be played from memory except in classes 41004.
   4. A piece cannot be used by a competitor in more than one class. Repertoire which does not coincide with stated categories will result in disqualification. See Rule 24.
      
   5. To be eligible for a scholarship, competitors must enter a minimum of two classes and receive a minimum mark of 85.
   6. Performance times MUST be included on the entry form.
      
   7. Participants have the option to participate either “in person” or “virtually”.  This decision must be made at the time of registration.
   8. Participants who choose the virtual option will be responsible for arranging to have a video recording made of their performance and for creating a YouTube channel that can be shared with the Toronto Kiwanis Festival Office via the online registration system.
   9. All classes (except 40001) in this section are eligible to proceed to the Provincial level of competition (June, 2024) upon adjudicator recommendation.  Participants should be aware that a minimum of 3 pieces are required for the Provincial Finals and that the Provincial’s registration deadline will be March 25, 2024.
      
      

Class 40001 – Violin Solo – Concert Group – ARCT & Above
Fee: $95.00
Two unrelated selections (multiple mvts. not permitted).
Time limit: 25 minutes.
No repeats are to be played.

Class 40002 – Concerto for Violin & Orchestra – Romantic or Modern – ARCT & Above (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
One or two mvts. from a violin concerto by composers such as: Barber, Bartok, Bruch, Dvorak, Elgar, Lalo, Mendelssohn, Paganini, Prokofiev, Saint-Saens, Sibelius, Tchaikovsky, Wieniawski.
Time limit: 25 minutes
No repeats are to be played.

Class 40003 – Concerto for Violin & Orchestra – Classical – ARCT & Above (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
One or two consecutive mvts. from a violin concerto by composers such as: Beethoven, Haydn, Mozart.
Time limit: 25 minutes
No repeats are to be played.

Class 40004 – Violin Solo – Sonata – ARCT & Above (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
One or two movements of a Sonata.
Time limit: 25 minutes

Class 40005 – Violin Solo – ARCT & Above (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
Own choice of one selection.
Time limit: 20 minutes

Class 40006 – Violin Solo – Unaccompanied Repertoire – ARCT & Above (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
Own choice of one selection.
Time limit: 20 minutes

Class 40007 – Violin Solo – Unaccompanied Bach – ARCT & Above (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
Two contrasting movements or the Chaconne from an unaccompanied Sonata, Partita or Suite.
Time limit: 20 minutes

Class 40008 – Violin Solo – Canadian or Indigenous Composers – ARCT & Above (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
Own choice of one selection.
Time limit: 20 minutes

Class 40009 – Violin Solo – BIPOC Composers – ARCT & Above (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
Own choice of one selection.
Time limit: 20 minutes

Class 40010 – Violin Solo – Women Composers – ARCT & Above (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
Own choice of one selection.
Time limit: 20 minutes

Section 76: Violin Solo – Advanced – ARCT

Section Notes

1. Refer to Rules 11, 12, 13, 18, 19, 22, 24, 49, 52, 64 and 80. Read all Syllabus rules with care.
2. Advanced classes are offered for competitors who are studying at the Conservatory Associate Level but have NOT completed the Associate Diploma as of December 31st, 2023.  Competitors entering the Advanced section can only have been studying at the ARCT/A.Mus. level for 2 years or less.  If the competitor has been studying at this level longer than 2 years they must enter the Open Class.
3. All music used in this section must be as listed in the ARCT syllabus.  Grade 10 or lower not acceptable.
4. Competitors entering Advanced classes may not enter Open classes (Section 75).
5. All selections must be played from memory except in class 40018.
6.  A piece cannot be used by a competitor in more than one class. Repertoire which does not coincide with stated categories will result in disqualification. See Rule 24.
7. To be eligible for a scholarship, competitors must enter a minimum of two classes and receive a minimum mark of 85.
8. Performance times MUST be included on the entry form.
   
9. Participants have the option to participate either “in person” or “virtually”.  This decision must be made at the time of registration.
10. Participants who choose the virtual option will be responsible for arranging to have a video recording made of their performance and for creating a YouTube channel that can be shared with the Toronto Kiwanis Festival Office via the online registration system.
11. All classes (except 40015) in this section are eligible to proceed to the Provincial level of competition (June, 2024) upon adjudicator recommendation.  Participants should be aware that 2 pieces are required for the Provincial Finals and that the Provincial’s registration deadline will be March 25, 2024.

Class 40015 – Violin Solo – Concert Group – ARCT
Fee: $95.00
Two unrelated selections (multiple mvts. not permitted).
Time limit: 25 minutes.
No repeats are to be played.

Class 40016 – Concerto for Violin & Orchestra – Romantic or Modern – ARCT (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
One or two mvts. from a violin concerto by composers such as: Barber, Bartok, Bruch, Dvorak, Elgar, Lalo, Mendelssohn, Paganini, Prokofiev, Saint-Saens, Sibelius, Tchaikovsky, Wieniawski.
Time limit: 25 minutes
No repeats are to be played.

Class 40017 – Concerto for Violin & Orchestra – Classical – ARCT (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
One or two consecutive mvts. from a violin concerto by composers such as: Beethoven, Haydn, Mozart.
Time limit: 25 minutes
No repeats are to be played.

Class 40018 – Violin Solo – Sonata – ARCT (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
One or two movements of a Sonata.
Time limit: 25 minutes

Class 40019 – Violin Solo – ARCT List C (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
Own choice of one selection.
Time limit: 20 minutes

Class 40020 – Violin Solo – Unaccompanied Repertoire – ARCT List D (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
Own choice of one selection.
Time limit: 20 minutes

Class 40021 – Violin Solo – Unaccompanied Bach – ARCT (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
Two contrasting movements or the Chaconne from an unaccompanied Sonata, Partita or Suite.
Time limit: 20 minutes

Class 40022 – Violin Solo – Canadian or Indigenous Composers – ARCT (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
Own choice of one selection.
Time limit: 20 minutes

Class 40023 – Violin Solo – BIPOC Composers – ARCT (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
Own choice of one selection.
Time limit: 20 minutes

Class 40024 – Violin Solo – Women Composers – ARCT (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
Own choice of one selection.
Time limit: 20 minutes

Section 77: Violin & Viola Concert Groups

Section Notes

1. Refer to Rules 11, 12, 13, 18, 19, 22, 24, 49, 52, 64 and 80​. Read all Syllabus rules with care.
2. All selections must be played from memory except of Sonatas.
3. Performance times MUST be included on the entry form.
4. To be eligible for a scholarship, competitors must enter a minimum of two classes and receive a minimum mark of 85.
5. Classes in this section do not qualify for the Provincial Competition
6. A piece cannot be used by a competitor in more than one class. Repertoire which does not coincide with stated categories will result in disqualification. See Rule 24.
7. Participants have the option to participate either “in person” or “virtually”.  This decision must be made at the time of registration.
8. Participants who choose the virtual option will be responsible for arranging to have a video recording made of their performance and for creating a YouTube channel that can be shared with the Toronto Kiwanis Festival Office via the online registration system.
   
9. Please note that these classes are not eligible for recommendation to the Provincial Finals.

Class 40030 – Violin and Viola Solo – Concert Group – Age 21 & Under
Fee: $95.00
Own choice of two unrelated selections. (Multiple mvts. not permitted.) Only ONE piece may be taken from either the current Royal Conservatory or Conservatory Canada syllabus. Competitors will be judged on the discrimination shown in their selection, on the programme group arrangement with regard to contrast in period, style, appropriateness, key, etc., as well as technique and interpretation. Time limit 25 mins.

Class 40031 – Violin and Viola Solo – Concert Group – Age 17 & Under
Fee: $95.00
Own choice of two unrelated selections. (Multiple mvts. not permitted.) Only ONE piece may be taken from either the current Royal Conservatory or Conservatory Canada syllabus. Competitors will be judged on the discrimination shown in their selection, on the programme group arrangement with regard to contrast in period, style, appropriateness, key, etc., as well as technique and interpretation. Time limit 20 min

Class 40032 – Violin and Viola Solo – Concert Group – Age 15 & Under
Fee: $95.00
Own choice of two unrelated selections. (Multiple mvts. not permitted.) Only ONE piece may be taken from either the current Royal Conservatory or Conservatory Canada syllabus. Competitors will be judged on the discrimination shown in their selection, on the programme group arrangement with regard to contrast in period, style, appropriateness, key, etc., as well as technique and interpretation. Time limit 15 mins.
Repertoire must be below the ARCT level.

Class 40033 – Violin and Viola – Concert Group – Age 13 & Under
Fee: $95.00
Own choice of two unrelated selections. (Multiple mvts. not permitted.) Only ONE piece may be taken from either the current Royal Conservatory or Conservatory Canada syllabus. Competitors will be judged on the discrimination shown in their selection, on the programme group arrangement with regard to contrast in period, style, appropriateness, key, etc., as well as technique and interpretation. Time limit 15 mins.
Repertoire must be below the ARCT level.

Class 40034 – Violin and Viola – Concert Group – Age 11 & Under
Fee: $95.00
Own choice of two unrelated selections. (Multiple mvts. not permitted.) Only ONE piece may be taken from either the current Royal Conservatory or Conservatory Canada syllabus. Competitors will be judged on the discrimination shown in their selection, on the programme group arrangement with regard to contrast in period, style, appropriateness, key, etc., as well as technique and interpretation. Time limit 15 mins.
Repertoire must be below the ARCT level.

Class 40035 – Violin and Viola – Concert Group – Age 12 & Under (Grade 6 Current RCM and under)
Fee: $90.00
Own choice of two unrelated selections. (Multiple mvts. not permitted.) Only ONE piece may be taken from either the current Royal Conservatory or Conservatory Canada syllabus. Competitors will be judged on the discrimination shown in their selection, on the programme group arrangement with regard to contrast in period, style, appropriateness, key, etc., as well as technique and interpretation. Time limit 15 mins.

Section 78: Violin Solos – Grades Classes – Introductory to Grade 10

Section Notes

1. Refer to Rules 11, 12, 13, 18, 19, 22, 24, 49, 52, 64 and 80. Read all Syllabus rules with care.
2. All selections must be played from memory, except Sonatas.
3. To be eligible for a scholarship, competitors must enter a minimum of two classes and receive a minimum mark of 85.
4. A piece cannot be used by a competitor in more than one class. Repertoire which does not coincide with stated categories will result in disqualification. See Rule 24.
5. Participants have the option to participate either “in person” or “virtually”.  This decision must be made at the time of registration.
6. Participants who choose the virtual option will be responsible for arranging to have a video recording made of their performance and for creating a YouTube channel that can be shared with the Toronto Kiwanis Festival Office via the online registration system.
7. All classes in this section are eligible to proceed to the Provincial level of competition (June, 2024) upon adjudicator recommendation.  Participants should be aware that 2 pieces are required for the Provincial Finals and that the Provincial’s registration deadline will be March 25, 2024.
8.  

Class 40040 – Violin Solo – Grade 10 – LIST A – Concertos (“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 10 syllabus.

Class 40041 – Violin Solo – Grade 10 – LIST B – Sonatas and Sonatinas (“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 10 syllabus.

Class 40042 – Violin Solo – Grade 10 – LIST C – Concert Repertoire (“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 10 syllabus.

Class 40043 – Violin Solo – Grade 10 – LIST D – Unaccompanied (“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 10 syllabus.

Class 40044 – Violin Solo – Grade 10 – Studies (“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 10 syllabus.

Class 40045 – Violin Solo – Grade 9 – LIST A – Concertos (“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 9 syllabus.

Class 40046 – Violin Solo – Grade 9 – LIST B – Sonatas and Sonatinas (“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 9 syllabus.

Class 40047 – Violin Solo – Grade 9 – LIST C – Concert Repertoire (“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 9 syllabus.

Class 40048 – Violin Solo – Grade 9 – LIST D – Unaccompanied Repertoire (“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 9 syllabus.

Class 40049 – Violin Solo – Studies (“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 9 syllabus.

Class 40050 – Violin Solo – Grade 8 – LIST A – Concertos, Airs variés and Fantasias (“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 8 syllabus.

Class 40051 – Violin Solo – Grade 8 – LIST B – Sonatas and Sonatinas (“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 8 syllabus.

Class 40052 – Violin Solo – Grade 8 – LIST C – Concert Repertoire (“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 8 syllabus.

Class 40053 – Violin Solo – Grade 8 – LIST D – Unaccompanied Repertoire (“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 8 syllabus.

Class 40054 – Violin Solo – Grade 8 – Studies (“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 8 syllabus.

Class 40055 – Violin Solo – Grade 7 – LIST A – Concertos, Airs variés and Fantasias (“P”)
Fee: $45.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 7 syllabus.

Class 40056 – Violin Solo – Grade 7 – LIST B – Sonatas and Sonatinas (“P”)
Fee: $45.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 7 syllabus.

Class 40057 – Violin Solo – Grade 7 – LIST C – Concert Repertoire (“P”)
Fee: $45.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 7 syllabus.

Class 40058 – Violin Solo – Grade 7 – Studies (“P”)
Fee: $45.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 7 syllabus.

Class 40059 – Violin Solo – Grade 6 – LIST A – Concertos, Airs variés and Fantasias (“P”)
Fee: $45.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 6 syllabus.

Class 40060 – Violin Solo – Grade 6 – LIST B – Sonatas and Sonatinas (“P”)
Fee: $45.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 6 syllabus.

Class 40061 – Violin Solo – Grade 6 – LIST C – Concert Repertoire (“P”)
Fee: $45.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 6 syllabus.

Class 40062 – Violin Solo – Grade 6 – Studies (“P”)
Fee: $45.00
Own choice of TWO selections from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 6 syllabus.

Class 40063 – Violin Solo – Grade 5 – LIST A – Concertos, Airs variés and Fantasias (“P”)
Fee: $45.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 5 syllabus.

Class 40064 – Violin Solo – Grade 5 – LIST B – Sonatas and Sonatinas (“P”)
Fee: $45.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 5 syllabus.

Class 40065 – Violin Solo – Grade 5 – LIST C – Concert Repertoire (“P”)
Fee: $45.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 5 syllabus.

Class 40066 – Violin Solo – Grade 5 – Studies (“P”)
Fee: $45.00
Own choice of TWO selections from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 5 syllabus.

Class 40067 – Violin Solo – Grade 4 – LIST A – Concertos, Airs variés, Fantasias (“P”)
Fee: $44.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 4 syllabus.

Class 40068 – Violin Solo – Grade 4 – LIST B – Baroque and Classical-style Repertoire (“P”)
Fee: $44.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 4 syllabus.

Class 40069 – Violin Solo – Grade 4 – LIST C – Concert Repertoire (“P”)
Fee: $44.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 4 syllabus.

Class 40070 – Violin Solo – Grade 4 – Studies (“P”)
Fee: $44.00
Own choice of TWO selections from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 4 syllabus.

Class 40071 – Violin Solo – Grade 3 – LIST A – Baroque and Classical-style Repertoire (“P”)
Fee: $44.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 3 syllabus.

Class 40072 – Violin Solo – Grade 3 – LIST B  – Traditional and Romantic-style Repertoire (“P”)
Fee: $44.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 3 syllabus.

Class 40073 – Violin Solo – Grade 3 – LIST C – 20th and 21st Century Repertoire (“P”)
Fee: $44.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 3 syllabus.

Class 40074 – Violin Solo – Grade 3 – Studies (“P”)
Fee: $44.00
Own choice of TWO selections from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 3 syllabus.

Class 40075 – Violin Solo – Grade 2 – LIST A – Pieces in a Slower Tempo
Fee: $42.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 2 syllabus.

Class 40076 – Violin Solo – Grade 2 – LIST B – Pieces in a Faster Tempo
Fee: $42.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 2 syllabus.

Class 40077 – Violin Solo – Grade 2 – Studies (“P”)
Fee: $42.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 2 syllabus.

Class 40078 – Violin Solo – Grade 1 – LIST A – Pieces in a Slower Tempo
Fee: $42.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 1 syllabus.

Class 40079 – Violin Solo – Grade 1 – LIST B – Pieces in a Faster Tempo
Fee: $42.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 1 syllabus.

Class 40080 – Violin Solo – Grade 1 – Studies (“P”)
Fee: $42.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 1 syllabus.

Class 40081 – Violin Solo – Introductory
Fee: $42.00
Own choice of two selections from any introductory violin syllabus.

Section 79: Viola Solo – Open – ARCT & Above

Section Notes

1. 1. Refer to Rules 11, 12, 13, 18, 19, 22, 24, 49, 52, 64 and 80. Read all Syllabus rules with care.
   2. All music in this section must be of at least ARCT or equivalent level (not necessarily on current lists). Grade 10 or lower not acceptable. Competitors to check Current RCM and Conservatory Canada lists.  Competitors may not enter Advanced or Graded classes.
   3. All selections must be played from memory except in classes 41004.
   4. A piece cannot be used by a competitor in more than one class. Repertoire which does not coincide with stated categories will result in disqualification. See Rule 24.
      
   5. To be eligible for a scholarship, competitors must enter a minimum of two classes and receive a minimum mark of 85.
   6. Performance times MUST be included on the entry form.
      
   7. Participants have the option to participate either “in person” or “virtually”.  This decision must be made at the time of registration.
   8. Participants who choose the virtual option will be responsible for arranging to have a video recording made of their performance and for creating a YouTube channel that can be shared with the Toronto Kiwanis Festival Office via the online registration system.
   9. All classes (except 41001) in this section are eligible to proceed to the Provincial level of competition (June, 2024) upon adjudicator recommendation.  Participants should be aware that a minimum of 3 pieces are required for the Provincial Finals and that the Provincial’s registration deadline will be March 25, 2024.

Class 41001 – Viola Solo – Concert Group – ARCT & Above
Fee: $95.00
Two unrelated selections (multiple mvts. not permitted).
Time limit: 25 minutes.
No repeats are to be played.

Class 41002 – Concerto for Viola & Orchestra – Romantic or Modern – ARCT & Above (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
One or two mvts. from a viola concerto by composers such as: Barber, Bartok, Bruch, Dvorak, Elgar, Lalo, Mendelssohn, Paganini, Prokofiev, Saint-Saens, Sibelius, Tchaikovsky, Wieniawski.
Time limit: 25 minutes
No repeats are to be played.

Class 41003 – Concerto for Viola & Orchestra – Classical – ARCT & Above (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
One or two consecutive mvts. from a violia concerto by composers such as: Beethoven, Haydn, Mozart.
Time limit: 25 minutes
No repeats are to be played.

Class 41004 – Viola Solo – Sonata – ARCT & Above (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
One or two movements of a Sonata.
Time limit: 25 minutes

Class 41005 – Viola Solo – ARCT & Above (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
Own choice of one selection.
Time limit: 20 minutes

Class 41006 – Viola Solo – Unaccompanied Repertoire – ARCT & Above (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
Own choice of one selection.
Time limit: 20 minutes

Class 41007 – Viola Solo – Unaccompanied Bach – ARCT & Above (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
Two contrasting movements or the Chaconne from an unaccompanied Sonata, Partita or Suite.
Time limit: 20 minutes

Class 41008 – Viola Solo – Canadian or Indigenous Composers – ARCT & Above (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
Own choice of one selection.
Time limit: 20 minutes

Class 41009 – Viola Solo – BIPOC Composers – ARCT & Above (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
Own choice of one selection.
Time limit: 20 minutes

Class 41010 – Viola Solo – Women Composers – ARCT & Above (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
Own choice of one selection.
Time limit: 20 minutes

Section 80: Viola Solos – Advanced – ARCT

Section Notes

1. Refer to Rules 11, 12, 13, 18, 19, 22, 24, 49, 52, 64 and 80. Read all Syllabus rules with care.
2. Advanced classes are offered for competitors who are studying at the Conservatory Associate Level but have NOT completed the Associate Diploma as of December 31st, 2023.  Competitors entering the Advanced section can only have been studying at the ARCT/A.Mus. level for 2 years or less.  If the competitor has been studying at this level longer than 2 years they must enter the Open Class.
3. All music used in this section must be as listed in the ARCT syllabus.  Grade 10 or lower not acceptable.
4. Competitors entering Advanced classes may not enter Open classes (Section 79).
5. All selections must be played from memory except in class 41018.
6.  A piece cannot be used by a competitor in more than one class. Repertoire which does not coincide with stated categories will result in disqualification. See Rule 24.
7. To be eligible for a scholarship, competitors must enter a minimum of two classes and receive a minimum mark of 85.
8. Performance times MUST be included on the entry form.
   
9. Participants have the option to participate either “in person” or “virtually”.  This decision must be made at the time of registration.
10. Participants who choose the virtual option will be responsible for arranging to have a video recording made of their performance and for creating a YouTube channel that can be shared with the Toronto Kiwanis Festival Office via the online registration system.
11. All classes (except 41015) in this section are eligible to proceed to the Provincial level of competition (June, 2024) upon adjudicator recommendation.  Participants should be aware that 2 pieces are required for the Provincial Finals and that the Provincial’s registration deadline will be March 25, 2024.

Class 41015 – Viola Solo – Concert Group – ARCT
Fee: $95.00
Two unrelated selections (multiple mvts. not permitted).
Time limit: 25 minutes.
No repeats are to be played.

Class 41016 – Concerto for Viola & Orchestra – Romantic or Modern – ARCT (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
One or two consecutive movements. from a viola concerto by composers such as: Barber, Bartok, Bruch, Dvorak, Elgar, Lalo, Mendelssohn, Paganini, Prokofiev, Saint-Saens, Sibelius, Tchaikovsky, Wieniawski.
Time limit: 25 minutes
No repeats are to be played.

Class 41017 – Concerto for Viola & Orchestra – Classical – ARCT (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
One or two consecutive movements. from a viola concerto by composers such as: Beethoven, Haydn, Mozart.
Time limit: 25 minutes
No repeats are to be played.

Class 41018 – Viola Solo – Sonata – ARCT (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
One or two movements of a Sonata.
Time limit: 25 minutes

Class 41019 – Viola Solo – ARCT (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
Own choice of one selection.
Time limit: 20 minutes

Class 41020 – Viola Solo – Unaccompanied Repertoire – ARCT (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
Own choice of one selection.
Time limit: 20 minutes

Class 41021 – Viola Solo – Unaccompanied Bach – ARCT (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
Two contrasting movements or the Chaconne from an unaccompanied Sonata, Partita or Suite.
Time limit: 20 minutes

Class 41022 – Viola Solo – Canadian or Indigenous Composers – ARCT (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
Own choice of one selection.
Time limit: 20 minutes

Class 41023 – Viola Solo – BIPOC Composers – ARCT (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
Own choice of one selection.
Time limit: 20 minutes

Class 41024 – Viola Solo – Women Composers – ARCT (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
Own choice of one selection.
Time limit: 20 minutes

Section 81: Viola Solos – Graded Classes – Introductory to Grade 10

Section Notes

1. Refer to Rules 11, 12, 13, 18, 19, 22, 24, 49, 52, 64 and 80. Read all Syllabus rules with care.
2. All selections must be played from memory, except Sonatas.
3. To be eligible for a scholarship, competitors must enter a minimum of two classes and receive a minimum mark of 85.
4. A piece cannot be used by a competitor in more than one class. Repertoire which does not coincide with stated categories will result in disqualification. See Rule 24.
5. Participants have the option to participate either “in person” or “virtually”.  This decision must be made at the time of registration.
6. Participants who choose the virtual option will be responsible for arranging to have a video recording made of their performance and for creating a YouTube channel that can be shared with the Toronto Kiwanis Festival Office via the online registration system.
7. All classes in this section are eligible to proceed to the Provincial level of competition (June, 2024) upon adjudicator recommendation.  Participants should be aware that 2 pieces are required for the Provincial Finals and that the Provincial’s registration deadline will be March 25, 2024.
8.  

Class 41030 – Viola Solo – Grade 10 – LIST A – Concertos (“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 10 syllabus.

Class 41031 – Viola Solo – Grade 10 – LIST B – Sonatas and Sonatinas(“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 10 syllabus.

Class 41032 – Viola Solo – Grade 10 – LIST C – Concert Repertoire (“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 10 syllabus.

Class 41033 – Viola Solo – Grade 10 – LIST D – Unaccompanied (“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 10 syllabus.

Class 41034 – Viola Solo – Grade 10 – Studies (“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 10 syllabus.

Class 41035 – Viola Solo – Grade 9 – LIST A – Concertos (“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 9 syllabus.

Class 41036 – Viola Solo – Grade 9 – LIST B – Sonatas and Sonatinas (“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 9 syllabus.

Class 41037 – Viola Solo – Grade 9 – LIST C – Concert Repertoire (“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 9 syllabus.

Class 41038 – Viola Solo – Grade 9 – LIST D – Unaccompanied Repertoire (“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 9 syllabus.

Class 41039 – Viola Solo – Grade 9 – Studies (“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 9 syllabus.

Class 41040 – Viola Solo – Grade 8 – LIST A – Concertos, Airs variés and Fantasias (“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 8 syllabus.

Class 41041 – Viola Solo – Grade 8 – LIST B – Sonatas and Sonatinas (“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 8 syllabus.

Class 41042 – Viola Solo – Grade 8 – LIST C – Concert Repertoire (“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 8 syllabus.

Class 41043 – Viola Solo – Grade 8 – LIST D – Unaccompanied Repertoire (“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 8 syllabus.

Class 41044 – Viola Solo – Grade 8 – Studies (“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 8 syllabus.

Class 41045 – Viola Solo – Grade 7 – LIST A – Concertos, Airs variés and Fantasias (“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 7 syllabus.

Class 41046 – Viola Solo – Grade 7 – LIST B – Sonatas and Sonatinas (“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 7 syllabus.

Class 41047 – Viola Solo – Grade 7 – LIST C – Concert Repertoire (“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 7 syllabus.

Class 41048 – Viola Solo – Grade 7 – Studies
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 7 syllabus.

Class 41049 – Viola Solo – Grade 6 – LIST A – Concertos, Airs variés and Fantasias (“P”)
Fee: $45.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 6 syllabus.

Class 41050 – Viola Solo – Grade 6 – LIST B – Sonatas and Sonatinas (“P”)
Fee: $45.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 6 syllabus.

Class 41051 – Viola Solo – Grade 6 – LIST C – Concert Repertoire (“P”)
Fee: $45.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 6 syllabus.

Class 41052 – Viola Solo – Grade 6 – Studies (“P”)
Fee: $45.00
Own choice of TWO selections from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 6 syllabus.

Class 41053 – Viola Solo – Grade 5 – LIST A – Concertos, Airs variés and Fantasias (“P”)
Fee: $45.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 5 syllabus.

Class 41054 – Viola Solo – Grade 5 – LIST B – Sonatas and Sonatinas (“P”)
Fee: $45.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 5 syllabus.

Class 41055 – Viola Solo – Grade 5 – LIST C – Concert Repertoire (“P”)
Fee: $45.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 5 syllabus.

Class 41056 – Viola Solo – Grade 5 – Studies
Fee: $45.00
Own choice of TWO selections from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 5 syllabus.

Class 41057 – Viola Solo – Grade 4 – LIST A – Concertos, Airs variés, Fantasias (“P”)
Fee: $44.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 4 syllabus.

Class 41058 – Viola Solo – Grade 4 – LIST B – Baroque and Classical-style Repertoire (“P”)
Fee: $44.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 4 syllabus.

Class 41059 – Viola Solo – Grade 4 – LIST C – Concert Repertoire (“P”)
Fee: $44.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 4 syllabus.

Class 41060 – Viola Solo – Grade 4 – Studies (“P”)
Fee: $44.00
Own choice of TWO selections from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 4 syllabus.

Class 41061 – Viola Solo – Grade 3 – LIST A – Baroque and 19th-century Repertoire (“P”)
Fee: $44.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 3 syllabus.

Class 41062 – Viola Solo – Grade 3 – LIST B  – Traditional and Romantic-style Repertoire (“P”)
Fee: $44.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 3 syllabus.

Class 41063 – Viola Solo – Grade 3 – LIST C – 20th and 21st Century Repertoire (“P”)
Fee: $44.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 3 syllabus.

Class 41064 – Viola Solo – Grade 3 – Studies (“P”) 
Fee: $44.00
Own choice of TWO selections from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 3 syllabus.

Class 41065 – Viola Solo – Grade 2 – LIST A – Pieces in a Slower Tempo
Fee: $42.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 2 syllabus.

Class 41066 – Viola Solo – Grade 2 – LIST B – Pieces in a Faster Tempo
Fee: $42.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 2 syllabus.

Class 41067 – Viola Solo – Grade 2 – Studies
Fee: $42.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 2 syllabus.

Class 41068 – Viola Solo – Grade 1 – LIST A – Pieces in a Slower Tempo
Fee: $42.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 1 syllabus.

Class 41069 – Viola Solo – Grade 1 – LIST B – Pieces in a Faster Tempo
Fee: $42.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 1 syllabus.

Class 41070 – Viola Solo – Grade 1 – Studies (“P”)
Fee: $42.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 1 syllabus.

Class 41071 – Viola Solo – Introductory
Fee: $42.00
Own choice of two selections from any introductory Violin syllabus.

Section 82: String Duets

Section Notes

1. Refer to Rules 11, 12, 13, 18, 19, 22, 24, 49, 52, 64 and 80​. Read all Syllabus rules with care.
2. Memorization is optional, but encouraged.
3. Performance times MUST be included on the entry form.
4. To be eligible for a scholarship, competitors must enter a minimum of two classes and receive a minimum mark of 85.
5. All classes in this section are eligible to proceed to Provincials (June, 2023) and are marked with a “P”.
6. Participants have the option to participate either “in person” or “virtually”.  This decision must be made at the time of registration.
7. Participants who choose the virtual option will be responsible for arranging to have a video recording made of their performance and for creating a YouTube channel that can be shared with the Toronto Kiwanis Festival Office via the online registration system.
8. All classes in this section are eligible to proceed to the Provincial level of competition (June, 2024) upon adjudicator recommendation.  Participants should be aware that only 1 piece is required for the Provincial Finals and that the Provincial’s registration deadline will be March 25, 2024.

Class 41080 – String Duets – Amateur Adults – Ages 29 and Over (“P”)
Fee: $60.00
Own choice of one selection.
Time limit: 10 minutes

Class 41081 – String Duets – Open – ARCT (“P”)
Fee: $60.00
Own choice of one selection.
Time limit: 15 minutes

Class 41082 – String Duets – Advanced – Ages 19-28 (“P”)
Fee: $60.00
Own choice of one selection.
Time limit: 15 minutes

Class 41083 – String Duets – Senior – Ages 17-18 (“P”)
Fee: $60.00
Own choice of one selection.
Time limit: 12 minutes

Class 41084 – String Duets – Intermediate – Ages 15-16 (“P”)
Fee: $60.00
Own choice of one selection.
Time limit: 12 minutes

Class 41085 – String Duets – Junior – Ages 13-14 (“P”)
Fee: $60.00
Own choice of one selection.
Time limit: 10 minutes

Class 41086 – String Duets – Elementary – Ages 11-12 (“P”)
Fee: $60.00
Own choice of one selection.
Time limit: 12 minutes

Class 41087 – String Duets – Primary – Ages 9-10 (“P”)
Fee: $60.00
Own choice of one selection.
Time limit: 8 minutes

Class 41088 – String Duets – Beginner – Ages 6-8 (“P”)
Fee: $60.00
Own choice of one selection.
Time limit: 5 minutes

Class 41089 – String Duets – Introductory
Fee: $60.00
Own choice of one selection.
Time limit: 5 minutes

Class 41090 – String Duets – Adult & Child (“P”)
Fee: $60.00
Own choice of one selection.
Time limit: 10 minutes
Adult is defined as a parent, grandparent, guardian, aunt, uncle or older sibling.
Memorization not required.  If the Adult is also a teacher, competitors should enter class 41091.

Class 41091 – String Duets – Teacher & Child
Fee: $60.00
Own choice of one selection.
Time limit: 10 minutes

Section 83: Violin and Viola Solos – Women Composers

Section Notes

1. Refer to Rules 11, 12, 13, 18, 19, 22, 24, 49, 52, 64 and 80. Read all Syllabus rules with care.
2. Performance times MUST be included on the entry form.
3. To be eligible for a scholarship, competitors must enter a minimum of two classes and receive a minimum mark of 85.
4. A piece cannot be used by a competitor in more than one class. Repertoire which does not coincide with stated categories will result in disqualification. See Rule 24.
5. Participants have the option to participate either “in person” or “virtually”.  This decision must be made at the time of registration.
6. Participants who choose the virtual option will be responsible for arranging to have a video recording made of their performance and for creating a YouTube channel that can be shared with the Toronto Kiwanis Festival Office via the online registration system.

Class 41100 – Violin and Viola Solos – Women Composers – Senior – Ages 17-18
Fee: $46.00
One choice of one selection written by a female composer.
Time limit: 20 minutes.

Class 41101 – Violin and Viola Solos – Women Composers – Intermediate – Ages 15-16
Fee: $45.00
One choice of one selection written by a female composer.
Time limit: 15 minutes.

Class 41102 – Violin and Viola Solos – Women Composers – Junior – Ages 13-14
Fee: $44.00
One choice of one selection written by a female composer.
Time limit: 10 minutes.

Class 41103 – Violin and Viola Solos – Women Composers – Elementary – Ages 11-12
Fee: $44.00
One choice of one selection written by a female composer.
Time limit: 10 minutes.

Class 41104 – Violin and Viola Solos – Women Composers – Primary – Ages 9-10
Fee: $43.00
One choice of one selection written by a female composer.
Time limit: 8 minutes.

Class 41105 – Violin and Viola Solos – Women Composers – Beginner – Ages 6-8
Fee: $42.00
One choice of one selection written by a female composer.
Time limit: 5 minutes.

Section 84: Violin & Viola Solos – BIPOC Composers

Section Notes

1. Refer to Rules 11, 12, 13, 18, 19, 22, 24, 49, 52, 64 and 80. Read all Syllabus rules with care.
2. Performance times MUST be included on the entry form.
3. To be eligible for a scholarship, competitors must enter a minimum of two classes and receive a minimum mark of 85.
4. A piece cannot be used by a competitor in more than one class. Repertoire which does not coincide with stated categories will result in disqualification. See Rule 23.
5. Participants have the option to participate either “in person” or “virtually”.  This decision must be made at the time of registration.
6. Participants who choose the virtual option will be responsible for arranging to have a video recording made of their performance and for creating a YouTube channel that can be shared with the Toronto Kiwanis Festival Office via the online registration system.

Class 41110 – Violin and Viola Solos – BIPOC Composers – Senior – Ages 17-18
Fee: $46.00
One choice of one selection written by a BIPOC composer.
Time limit: 20 minutes.

Class 41111 – Violin and Viola Solos – BIPOC Composers – Intermediate – Ages 15-16
Fee: $45.00
One choice of one selection written by a BIPOC composer.
Time limit: 15 minutes.

Class 41112 – Violin and Viola Solos – BIPOC Composers – Junior – Ages 13-14
Fee: $44.00
One choice of one selection written by a BIPOC composer.
Time limit: 10 minutes.

Class 41113 – Violin and Viola Solos – BIPOC Composers – Elementary – Ages 11-12
Fee: $44.00
One choice of one selection written by a BIPOC composer.
Time limit: 10 minutes.

Class 41114 – Violin and Viola Solos – BIPOC Composers – Primary – Ages 9-10
Fee: $43.00
One choice of one selection written by a BIPOC composer.
Time limit: 8 minutes.

Class 41115 – Violin and Viola Solos – BIPOC Composers – Beginner – Ages 6-8
Fee: $42.00
One choice of one selection written by a BIPOC composer.
Time limit: 5 minutes.

Section 85: Violin & Viola Solos – Later Tuition

Section Notes

1. Refer to Rules 11, 12, 13, 18, 19, 22, 24, 49, 52, 64 and 80​. Read all Syllabus rules with care.
2. Own choice of two or more contrasting selections.
3. All classes in section 85 qualify to proceed to the Provincial Music Festival (June, 2023) upon adjudicator recommendation.
4. Performance times MUST be included on the entry form.
5. Participants have the option to participate either “in person” or “virtually”.  This decision must be made at the time of registration.
6. Participants who choose the virtual option will be responsible for arranging to have a video recording made of their performance and for creating a YouTube channel that can be shared with the Toronto Kiwanis Festival Office via the online registration system.
7. All classes in this section are eligible to proceed to the Provincial level of competition (June, 2024) upon adjudicator recommendation.  Participants should be aware that a minimum of 3 pieces are required for the Provincial Finals and that the Provincial’s registration deadline will be March 25, 2024.

Class 41120 – Violin and Viola – Later Tuition – Adult – 29 or over – 5 Years of Training or Less (“P”)
Fee: $55.00
Own choice of two or more contrasting selections.
Time limit: 15 minutes

Class 41121 – Violin and Viola – Later Tuition – Adult – 29 or over – 6 to 9 Years of Training (“P”)
Fee: $60.00
Own choice of two or more contrasting selections.
Time limit: 20 minutes

Class 41122 – Violin and Viola – Later Tuition – Adult – 29 or over – 10 Years of Training or More (“P”)
Fee: $60.00
Own choice of two or more contrasting selections.
Time limit: 25 minutes

Section 86 – Cello – Open – ARCT & Above

Section Notes

1. 1. Refer to Rules 11, 12, 13, 18, 19, 22, 24, 49, 52, 64 and 80. Read all Syllabus rules with care.
   2. All music in this section must be of at least ARCT or equivalent level (not necessarily on current lists). Grade 10 or lower not acceptable. Competitors to check Current RCM and Conservatory Canada lists.  Competitors may not enter Advanced or Graded classes.
   3. All selections must be played from memory except in classes 42004.
   4. A piece cannot be used by a competitor in more than one class. Repertoire which does not coincide with stated categories will result in disqualification. See Rule 24.
      
   5. To be eligible for a scholarship, competitors must enter a minimum of two classes and receive a minimum mark of 85.
   6. Performance times MUST be included on the entry form.
      
   7. Participants have the option to participate either “in person” or “virtually”.  This decision must be made at the time of registration.
   8. Participants who choose the virtual option will be responsible for arranging to have a video recording made of their performance and for creating a YouTube channel that can be shared with the Toronto Kiwanis Festival Office via the online registration system.
   9. All classes (except 42001) in this section are eligible to proceed to the Provincial level of competition (June, 2024) upon adjudicator recommendation.  Participants should be aware that a minimum of 3 pieces are required for the Provincial Finals and that the Provincial’s registration deadline will be March 25, 2024.

Class 42001 – Cello Solo – Concert Group – ARCT & Above 
Fee: $95.00
Two unrelated selections (multiple movements not permitted). 
Time limit: 25 minutes. 
No repeats are to be played. 

Class 42002 – Concerto for Cello & Orchestra – Romantic or Modern – ARCT & Above (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
One or two movements from a Cello concerto by composers such as: Barber, Bartok, Bruch, Dvorak, Elgar, Lalo, Mendelssohn, Paganini, Prokofiev, Saint-Saens, Sibelius, Tchaikovsky, Wieniawski. 
Time limit: 25 minutes
No repeats are to be played. 

Class 42003 – Concerto for Cello & Orchestra – Classical – ARCT & Above (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
One or two consecutive movements from a Cello concerto by composers such as: Beethoven, Haydn, Mozart. 
Time limit: 25 minutes 
No repeats are to be played. 

Class 42004 – Cello Solo – Sonata – ARCT & Above (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
One or two movements of a Sonata.
Time limit: 25 minutes 

Class 42005 – Cello Solo – Unaccompanied Repertoire – ARCT & Above (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
Own choice of one selection. 
Time limit: 20 minutes

Class 42006 – Cello Solo – ARCT & Above (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
Own choice of one selection.
Time limit: 20 minutes

Class 42007 – Cello Solo – Unaccompanied Bach – ARCT & Above (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
Two contrasting movements or the Chaconne from an unaccompanied Sonata, Partita or Suite.
Time limit: 20 minutes

Class 42008 – Cello Solo – Canadian or Indigenous Composers – ARCT & Above (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
One selection. 
Time limit: 20 minutes

Class 42009 – Cello Solo – BIPOC Composers – ARCT & Above (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
Own choice of one selection. 
Time limit: 20 minutes 

Class 42010 – Cello Solo – Women Composers – ARCT & Above (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
Own choice of one selection.
Time limit: 20 minutes

Section 87: Cello Solos – Advanced – ARCT

Section Notes

1. Refer to Rules 11, 12, 13, 18, 19, 22, 24, 49, 52, 64 and 80. Read all Syllabus rules with care.
2. Advanced classes are offered for competitors who are studying at the Conservatory Associate Level but have NOT completed the Associate Diploma as of December 31st, 2023.  Competitors entering the Advanced section can only have been studying at the ARCT/A.Mus. level for 2 years or less.  If the competitor has been studying at this level longer than 2 years they must enter the Open Class.
3. All music used in this section must be as listed in the ARCT syllabus.  Grade 10 or lower not acceptable.
4. Competitors entering Advanced classes may not enter Open classes (Section 86).
5. All selections must be played from memory except in class 42018.
6.  A piece cannot be used by a competitor in more than one class. Repertoire which does not coincide with stated categories will result in disqualification. See Rule 24.
7. To be eligible for a scholarship, competitors must enter a minimum of two classes and receive a minimum mark of 85.
8. Performance times MUST be included on the entry form.
   
9. Participants have the option to participate either “in person” or “virtually”.  This decision must be made at the time of registration.
10. Participants who choose the virtual option will be responsible for arranging to have a video recording made of their performance and for creating a YouTube channel that can be shared with the Toronto Kiwanis Festival Office via the online registration system.
11. All classes (except 42015) in this section are eligible to proceed to the Provincial level of competition (June, 2024) upon adjudicator recommendation.  Participants should be aware that 2 pieces are required for the Provincial Finals and that the Provincial’s registration deadline will be March 25, 2024.

Class 42015 – Cello Solo – Concert Group – ARCT
Fee: $95.00
Two unrelated selections (multiple mvts. not permitted).
Time limit: 25 minutes.
No repeats are to be played.

Class 42016 – Concerto for Cello & Orchestra – Romantic or Modern – ARCT (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
One or two mvts. from a cello concerto by composers such as: Barber, Bartok, Bruch, Dvorak, Elgar, Lalo, Mendelssohn, Paganini, Prokofiev, Saint-Saens, Sibelius, Tchaikovsky, Wieniawski.
Time limit: 25 minutes
No repeats are to be played.

Class 42017 – Concerto for Cello & Orchestra – Classical – ARCT (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
One or two consecutive mvts. from a cello concerto by composers such as: Beethoven, Haydn, Mozart.
Time limit: 25 minutes
No repeats are to be played.

Class 42018 – Cello Solo – Sonata – ARCT List C (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
One or two movements of a Sonata.
Time limit: 25 minutes

Class 42019 – Unaccompanied Repertoire – Cello Solo – ARCT (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
Own choice of one selection.
Time limit: 20 minutes

Class 42020 – Cello Solo – ARCT (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
Own choice of one selection.
Time limit: 20 minutes

Class 42021 – Cello Solo – Unaccompanied Bach – ARCT (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
Two contrasting movements or the Chaconne from an unaccompanied Sonata, Partita or Suite.
Time limit: 20 minutes

Class 42022 – Cello Solo – Canadian or Indigenous Composers – ARCT (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
Own choice of one selection.
Time limit: 20 minutes

Class 42023 – Cello Solo – BIPOC Composers – ARCT (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
Own choice of one selection.
Time limit: 20 minutes

Class 42024 – Cello Solo – Women Composers – ARCT (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
Own choice of one selection.
Time limit: 20 minutes

Section 88: Cello and Double Bass Concert Group

Section Notes

1. Refer to Rules 11, 12, 13, 18, 19, 22, 24, 49, 52, 64 and 80​. Read all Syllabus rules with care.
2. All selections must be played from memory except of Sonatas.
3. Performance times MUST be included on the entry form.
4. To be eligible for a scholarship, competitors must enter a minimum of two classes and receive a minimum mark of 85.
5. Classes in this section do not qualify for the Provincial Competition
6. A piece cannot be used by a competitor in more than one class. Repertoire which does not coincide with stated categories will result in disqualification. See Rule 24.
7. Participants have the option to participate either “in person” or “virtually”.  This decision must be made at the time of registration.
8. Participants who choose the virtual option will be responsible for arranging to have a video recording made of their performance and for creating a YouTube channel that can be shared with the Toronto Kiwanis Festival Office via the online registration system.
   
9. Please note that these classes are not eligible for recommendation to the Provincial Finals.

Class 42030 – Cello and Double Bass Solo – Concert Group – Age 21 & Under
Fee: $95.00
Own choice of two unrelated selections. (Multiple movements not permitted.) Competitors will be judged on the discrimination shown in their selection, on the programme group arrangement with regard to contrast in period, style, appropriateness, key, etc., as well as technique and interpretation.
Time limit: 25 minutes

Class 42031 – Cello and Double Bass Solo – Concert Group – Age 17 & Under
Fee: $95.00
Own choice of two unrelated selections. (Multiple movements not permitted.) Competitors will be judged on the discrimination shown in their selection, on the programme group arrangement with regard to contrast in period, style, appropriateness, key, etc., as well as technique and interpretation.
Time limit: 20 minutes

Class 42032 – Cello and Double Bass Solo – Concert Group – Age 15 & Under
Fee: $95.00
Own choice of two unrelated selections. (Multiple movements not permitted.) Competitors will be judged on the discrimination shown in their selection, on the programme group arrangement with regard to contrast in period, style, appropriateness, key, etc., as well as technique and interpretation. Repertoire must be below the ARCT level.
Time limit: 15 minutes

Class 42033 – Cello and Double Bass – Concert Group – Age 13 & Under
Fee: $95.00
Own choice of two unrelated selections. (Multiple movements not permitted.) Competitors will be judged on the discrimination shown in their selection, on the programme group arrangement with regard to contrast in period, style, appropriateness, key, etc., as well as technique and interpretation. Repertoire must be below the ARCT level.
Time limit 15 minutes

Class 42034 – Cello and Double Bass – Concert Group – Age 11 & Under
Fee: $95.00
Own choice of two unrelated selections. (Multiple movements not permitted.) Competitors will be judged on the discrimination shown in their selection, on the programme group arrangement with regard to contrast in period, style, appropriateness, key, etc., as well as technique and interpretation. Repertoire must be below the ARCT level.
Time limit 15 minutes

Class 42035 – Cello and Double Bass – Concert Group – Age 12 & Under (Grade 6 Current RCM and under)
Fee: $90.00
Own choice of two unrelated selections. (Multiple movements not permitted.) Competitors will be judged on the discrimination shown in their selection, on the programme group arrangement with regard to contrast in period, style, appropriateness, key, etc., as well as technique and interpretation.
Time limit: 15 minutes

Section 89: Cello Solos – Graded Classes – Introductory to Grade 10

Section Notes

1. Refer to Rules 11, 12, 13, 18, 19, 22, 24, 49, 52, 64 and 80. Read all Syllabus rules with care.
2. All selections must be played from memory, except Sonatas.
3. To be eligible for a scholarship, competitors must enter a minimum of two classes and receive a minimum mark of 85.
4. A piece cannot be used by a competitor in more than one class. Repertoire which does not coincide with stated categories will result in disqualification. See Rule 24.
5. Participants have the option to participate either “in person” or “virtually”.  This decision must be made at the time of registration.
6. Participants who choose the virtual option will be responsible for arranging to have a video recording made of their performance and for creating a YouTube channel that can be shared with the Toronto Kiwanis Festival Office via the online registration system.
7. All classes in this section are eligible to proceed to the Provincial level of competition (June, 2024) upon adjudicator recommendation.  Participants should be aware that 2 pieces are required for the Provincial Finals and that the Provincial’s registration deadline will be March 25, 2024.
8.  

Class 42040 – Cello Solo – Grade 10 – LIST A – Concertos (“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 10 syllabus.

Class 42041 – Cello Solo – Grade 10 – LIST B – Sonatas (“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 10 syllabus.

Class 42042 – Cello Solo – Grade 10 – LIST C – Concert Repertoire (“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 10 syllabus.

Class 42043 – Cello Solo – Grade 10 – LIST D – Unaccompanied (“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 10 syllabus.

Class 42044 – Cello Solo – Grade 10 – Studies (“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 10 syllabus.

Class 42045 – Cello Solo – Grade 9 – LIST A – Concertos (“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 9 syllabus.

Class 42046 – Cello Solo – Grade 9 – LIST B – Sonatas and Suites (“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 9 syllabus.

Class 42047 – Cello Solo – Grade 9 – LIST C – Concert Repertoire (“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 9 syllabus.

Class 42048 – Cello Solo – Grade 9 – LIST D – Unaccompanied Repertoire (“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 9 syllabus.

Class 42049 – Cello Solo – Grade 9 – Studies (“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 9 syllabus.

Class 42050 – Cello Solo – Grade 8 – LIST A – Concertos (“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 8 syllabus.

Class 42051 – Cello Solo – Grade 8 – LIST B – Sonatas and Suites (“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 8 syllabus.

Class 42052 – Cello Solo – Grade 8 – LIST C – Concert Repertoire (“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 8 syllabus.

Class 42053 – Cello Solo – Grade 8 – LIST D – Unaccompanied Repertoire (“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 8 syllabus.

Class 42054 – Cello Solo – Grade 8 – Studies (“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 8 syllabus.

Class 42055 – Cello Solo – Grade 7 – LIST A – Concertos, Sonatas and Suites (“P”)
Fee: $45.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 7 syllabus.

Class 42056 – Cello Solo – Grade 7 – LIST B – Concert Repertoire (“P”)
Fee: $45.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 7 syllabus.

Class 42057 – Cello Solo – Grade 7 – LIST C – Unaccompanied Repertoire (“P”)
Fee: $45.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 7 syllabus.

Class 42058 – Cello Solo – Grade 7 – Studies (“P”)
Fee: $45.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 7 syllabus.

Class 42059 – Cello Solo – Grade 6 – LIST A – Concertos, Sonata and Suites (“P”)
Fee: $45.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 6 syllabus.

Class 42060 – Cello Solo – Grade 6 – LIST B – Concert Repertoire (“P”)
Fee: $45.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 6 syllabus.

Class 42061 – Cello Solo – Grade 6 – LIST C – Unaccompanied Repertoire (“P”)
Fee: $45.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 6 syllabus.

Class 42062 – Cello Solo – Grade 6 – Studies (“P”)
Fee: $45.00
Own choice of TWO selections from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 6 syllabus.

Class 42063 – Cello Solo – Grade 5 – LIST A – Baroque and Classical Repertoire (“P”)
Fee: $45.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 5 syllabus.

Class 42064 – Cello Solo – Grade 5 – LIST B – Traditional and Romantic Repertoire (“P”)
Fee: $45.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 5 syllabus.

Class 42065 – Cello Solo – Grade 5 – LIST C – 20th and 21st Century Repertoire (“P”)
Fee: $45.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 5 syllabus.

Class 42066 – Cello Solo – Grade 5 – Studies (“P”)
Fee: $45.00
Own choice of TWO selections from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 5 syllabus.

Class 42067 – Cello Solo – Grade 4 – LIST A – Baroque and Classical Repertoire (“P”)
Fee: $44.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 4 syllabus.

Class 42068 – Cello Solo – Grade 4 – LIST B – Traditional and Romantic Repertoire (“P”)
Fee: $44.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 4 syllabus.

Class 42069 – Cello Solo – Grade 4 – LIST C – 20th and 21st Century Repertoire (“P”)
Fee: $44.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 4 syllabus.

Class 42070 – Cello Solo – Grade 4 – Studies (“P”)
Fee: $44.00
Own choice of TWO selections from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 4 syllabus.

Class 42071 – Cello Solo – Grade 3 – LIST A – Baroque and Classical Repertoire (“P”)
Fee: $44.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 3 syllabus.

Class 42072 – Cello Solo – Grade 3 – LIST B – Traditional and Romantic Repertoire (“P”)
Fee: $44.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 3 syllabus.

Class 42073 – Cello Solo – Grade 3 – LIST C – 20th and 21st Century Repertoire (“P”)
Fee: $44.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 3 syllabus.

Class 42074 – Cello Solo – Grade 3 – Studies (“P”)
Fee: $44.00
Own choice of TWO selections from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 3 syllabus.

Class 42075 – Cello Solo – Grade 2 – LIST A – Pieces in a Slower Tempo (“P”)
Fee: $42.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 2 syllabus.

Class 42076 – Cello Solo – Grade 2 – LIST B – Pieces in a Faster Tempo (“P”)
Fee: $42.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 1 syllabus.

Class 42077 – Cello Solo – Grade 2 – Studies (“P”)
Fee: $42.00
Own choice of TWO selections from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 2 syllabus.

Class 42078 – Cello Solo – Grade 1 – LIST A – Pieces in a Slower Tempo (“P”)
Fee: $42.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 1 syllabus.

Class 42079 – Cello Solo – Grade 1 – LIST B – Pieces in a Faster Tempo (“P”)
Fee: $42.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 2 syllabus.

Class 42080 – Cello Solo – Grade 1 – Studies (“P”)
Fee: $42.00
Own choice of TWO selections from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 1 syllabus.

Class 42081 – Cello Solo – Introductory
Fee: $42.00
Own choice of two selections from any introductory Cello Syllabus.

Section 90: Double Bass – Open – ARCT & Above

Section Notes

1. 1. Refer to Rules 11, 12, 13, 18, 19, 22, 24, 49, 52, 64 and 80. Read all Syllabus rules with care.
   2. All music in this section must be of at least ARCT or equivalent level (not necessarily on current lists). Grade 10 or lower not acceptable. Competitors to check Current RCM and Conservatory Canada lists.  Competitors may not enter Advanced or Graded classes.
   3. All selections must be played from memory except in classes 43004.
   4. A piece cannot be used by a competitor in more than one class. Repertoire which does not coincide with stated categories will result in disqualification. See Rule 24.
      
   5. To be eligible for a scholarship, competitors must enter a minimum of two classes and receive a minimum mark of 85.
   6. Performance times MUST be included on the entry form.
      
   7. Participants have the option to participate either “in person” or “virtually”.  This decision must be made at the time of registration.
   8. Participants who choose the virtual option will be responsible for arranging to have a video recording made of their performance and for creating a YouTube channel that can be shared with the Toronto Kiwanis Festival Office via the online registration system.
   9. All classes (except 43001) in this section are eligible to proceed to the Provincial level of competition (June, 2024) upon adjudicator recommendation.  Participants should be aware that a minimum of 3 pieces are required for the Provincial Finals and that the Provincial’s registration deadline will be March 25, 2024.

Class 43001 – Double Bass Solo – Concert Group – ARCT & Above
Fee: $95.00
Two unrelated selections (multiple movements not permitted).
Time limit: 25 minutes.
No repeats are to be played.

Class 43002 – Concerto for Double Bass & Orchestra – Romantic or Modern – ARCT & Above (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
One or two consecutive movements from a romantic or modern concerto written for double bass.
Time limit: 25 minutes
No repeats are to be played.

Class 43003 – Concerto for Double Bass & Orchestra – Classical – ARCT & Above (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
One or two consecutive mvts. from a classical concerto written for double bass.
Time limit: 25 minutes
No repeats are to be played.

Class 43004 – Double Bass Solo – Sonata – ARCT & Above (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
One or two movements of a Sonata.
Time limit: 25 minutes

Class 43005 – Double Bass Solo – ARCT & Above (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
Own choice of one selection.
Time limit: 20 minutes

Class 43006 – Double Bass Solo – Unaccompanied Repertoire – ARCT & Above (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
Own choice of one selection.
Time limit: 20 minutes

Class 43007 – Double Bass Solo – Unaccompanied Bach – ARCT & Above (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
Two contrasting movements or the Chaconne from an unaccompanied Sonata, Partita or Suite.
Time limit: 20 minutes

Class 43008 – Double Bass Solo – Canadian or Indigenous Composers – ARCT & Above (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
Own choice of one selection.
Time limit: 20 minutes

Class 43009 – Double Bass Solo – BIPOC Composers – ARCT & Above (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
Own choice of one selection.
Time limit: 20 minutes

Class 43010 – Double Bass Solo – Women Composers – ARCT & Above (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
Own choice of one selection.
Time limit: 20 minutes

Section 91: Double Bass – Advanced – ARCT

Section Notes

1. Refer to Rules 11, 12, 13, 18, 19, 22, 24, 49, 52, 64 and 80. Read all Syllabus rules with care.
2. Advanced classes are offered for competitors who are studying at the Conservatory Associate Level but have NOT completed the Associate Diploma as of December 31st, 2023.  Competitors entering the Advanced section can only have been studying at the ARCT/A.Mus. level for 2 years or less.  If the competitor has been studying at this level longer than 2 years they must enter the Open Class.
3. All music used in this section must be as listed in the ARCT syllabus.  Grade 10 or lower not acceptable.
4. Competitors entering Advanced classes may not enter Open classes (Section 90).
5. All selections must be played from memory except in class 43018.
6.  A piece cannot be used by a competitor in more than one class. Repertoire which does not coincide with stated categories will result in disqualification. See Rule 24.
7. To be eligible for a scholarship, competitors must enter a minimum of two classes and receive a minimum mark of 85.
8. Performance times MUST be included on the entry form.
   
9. Participants have the option to participate either “in person” or “virtually”.  This decision must be made at the time of registration.
10. Participants who choose the virtual option will be responsible for arranging to have a video recording made of their performance and for creating a YouTube channel that can be shared with the Toronto Kiwanis Festival Office via the online registration system.
11. All classes (except 43015) in this section are eligible to proceed to the Provincial level of competition (June, 2024) upon adjudicator recommendation.  Participants should be aware that 2 pieces are required for the Provincial Finals and that the Provincial’s registration deadline will be March 25, 2024.

Class 43015 – Double Bass Solo – Concert Group – ARCT
Fee: $95.00
Two unrelated selections (multiple movements not permitted).
Time limit: 25 minutes
No repeats are to be played.

Class 43016 – Concerto for Double Bass & Orchestra – Romantic or Modern – ARCT (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
One or two consecutive movements from a romantic or modern concerto written for double bass.
Time limit: 25 minutes
No repeats are to be played.

Class 43017 – Concerto for Double Bass & Orchestra – Classical – ARCT (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
One or two consecutive movements from a classical concerto written for double bass.
Time limit: 25 minutes
No repeats are to be played.

Class 43018 – Double Bass Solo – Sonata – ARCT List C (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
One or two consecutive movements of a Sonata.
Time limit: 25 minutes

Class 43019 – Double Bass Solo – ARCT (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
Own choice of one selection.
Time limit: 20 minutes

Class 43020 – Double Bass Solo – Unaccompanied Repertoire – ARCT (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
Own choice of one selection.
Time limit: 20 minutes

Class 43021 – Double Bass Solo – Unaccompanied Bach – ARCT (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
Two contrasting movements or the Chaconne from an unaccompanied Sonata, Partita or Suite.
Time limit: 20 minutes

Class 43022 – Double Bass Solo – Canadian or Indigenous Composers – ARCT (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
Own choice of one selection.
Time limit: 20 minutes

Class 43023 – Double Bass Solo – BIPOC Composers – ARCT (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
Own choice of one selection.
Time limit: 20 minutes

Class 43024 – Double Bass Solo – Women Composers – ARCT (“P”)
Fee: $50.00
Own choice of one selection.
Time limit: 20 minutes

Section 92: Double Bass Solos – Graded Classes – Introductory to Grade 10

Section Notes

1. Refer to Rules 11, 12, 13, 18, 19, 22, 24, 49, 52, 64 and 80. Read all Syllabus rules with care.
2. All selections must be played from memory, except Sonatas.
3. To be eligible for a scholarship, competitors must enter a minimum of two classes and receive a minimum mark of 85.
4. A piece cannot be used by a competitor in more than one class. Repertoire which does not coincide with stated categories will result in disqualification. See Rule 24.
5. Participants have the option to participate either “in person” or “virtually”.  This decision must be made at the time of registration.
6. Participants who choose the virtual option will be responsible for arranging to have a video recording made of their performance and for creating a YouTube channel that can be shared with the Toronto Kiwanis Festival Office via the online registration system.
7. All classes in this section are eligible to proceed to the Provincial level of competition (June, 2024) upon adjudicator recommendation.  Participants should be aware that 2 pieces are required for the Provincial Finals and that the Provincial’s registration deadline will be March 25, 2024.
8.  

Class 43030 – Double Bass Solo – Grade 10 – LIST A – Solo Works (“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 10 syllabus.

Class 43031 – Double Bass Solo – Grade 10 – LIST B – Sonatas (“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 10 syllabus.

Class 43032 – Double Bass Solo – Grade 10 – LIST C – Concertos (“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 10 syllabus.

Class 43033 – Double Bass Solo – Grade 10 – LIST D – Concert Pieces (“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 10 syllabus.

Class 43034 – Double Bass Solo – Grade 10 – Studies (“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 10 syllabus.

Class 43035 – Double Bass Solo – Grade 9 – LIST A – Solo Works (“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 9 syllabus.

Class 43036 – Double Bass Solo – Grade 9 – LIST B – Sonatas (“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 9 syllabus.

Class 43037 – Double Bass Solo – Grade 9 – LIST C – Concertos (“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 9 syllabus.

Class 43038 – Double Bass Solo – Grade 9 – LIST D – Concert Pieces (“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 9 syllabus.

Class 43039 – Double Bass Solo – Grade 9 – Studies (“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 9 syllabus.

Class 43040 – Double Bass Solo – Grade 8 – LIST A – Solo Works (“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 8 syllabus.

Class 43041 – Double Bass Solo – Grade 8 – LIST B – Sonata and Concertos (“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 8 syllabus.

Class 43042 – Double Bass Solo – Grade 8 – LIST C – Concert Pieces(“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 8 syllabus.

Class 43043 – Double Bass Solo – Grade 8 – Studies (“P”)
Fee: $46.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 8 syllabus.

Class 43044 – Double Bass Solo – Grade 7 – LIST A – Baroque and Classical Repertoire (“P”)
Fee: $45.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 7 syllabus.

Class 43045 – Double Bass Solo – Grade 7 – LIST B – Sonatinas and Sonatas (“P”)
Fee: $45.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 7 syllabus.

Class 43046 – Double Bass Solo – Grade 7 – LIST C – Romantic and 20th-Century Repertoire (“P”)
Fee: $45.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 7 syllabus.

Class 43047 – Double Bass Solo – Grade 7 – Studies (“P”)
Fee: $45.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 7 syllabus.

Class 43048 – Double Bass Solo – Grade 6 – LIST A – Baroque Repertoire (“P”)
Fee: $45.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 6 syllabus.

Class 43049 – Double Bass Solo – Grade 6 – LIST B – Classical Repertoire (“P”)
Fee: $45.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 6 syllabus.

Class 43050 – Double Bass Solo – Grade 6 – LIST C – Romantic and 20th-Century Repertoire (“P”)
Fee: $45.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 6 syllabus.

Class 43051 – Double Bass Solo – Grade 6 – Studies (“P”)
Fee: $45.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 6 syllabus.

Class 43052 – Double Bass Solo – Grade 5 (“P”)
Fee: $45.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 5 syllabus.

Class 43053 – Double Bass Solo – Grade 5 – Studies (“P”)
Fee: $45.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 5 syllabus.

Class 43054 – Double Bass Solo – Grade 4 (“P”)
Fee: $44.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 4 syllabus.

Class 43055 – Double Bass Solo – Grade 4 – Studies (“P”)
Fee: $44.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 4 syllabus.

Class 43056 – Double Bass Solo – Grade 3 (“P”)
Fee: $44.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 3 syllabus.

Class 43057 – Double Bass Solo – Grade 3 – Studies (“P”)
Fee: $44.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 3 syllabus.

Class 43058 – Double Bass Solo – Grade 2 (“P”)
Fee: $42.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 2 syllabus.

Class 43059 – Double Bass Solo – Grade 2 – Studies (“P”)
Fee: $42.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 2 syllabus.

Class 43060 – Double Bass Solo – Grade 1  (“P”)
Fee: $42.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 1 syllabus.

Class 43061 – Double Bass Solo – Grade 1 – Studies (“P”)
Fee: $42.00
Own choice of one selection from Current RCM or Conservatory Canada Grade 1 syllabus.

Class 43062 – Double Bass Solo – Introductory
Fee: $42.00
Own choice of one selection from any introductory Double Bass Syllabus.

Section 93: Cello and Double Bass Solos – Women Composers

Section Notes

1. Refer to Rules 11, 12, 13, 18, 19, 22, 24, 49, 52, 64 and 80​. Read all Syllabus rules with care.
2. Performance times MUST be included on the entry form.
3. To be eligible for a scholarship, competitors must enter a minimum of two classes and receive a minimum mark of 85.
4. A piece cannot be used by a competitor in more than one class. Repertoire which does not coincide with stated categories will result in disqualification. See Rule 24.
5. Participants have the option to participate either “in person” or “virtually”.  This decision must be made at the time of registration.
6. Participants who choose the virtual option will be responsible for arranging to have a video recording made of their performance and for creating a YouTube channel that can be shared with the Toronto Kiwanis Festival Office via the online registration system.

Class 43065 – Cello and Double Bass Solos – Women Composers – Senior – Ages 17-18
Fee: $46.00
One choice of one selection written by a female composer.
Time limit: 20 minutes.

Class 43066 – Cello and Double Bass Solos – Women Composers – Intermediate – Ages 15-16
Fee: $45.00
One choice of one selection written by a female composer.
Time limit: 15 minutes.

Class 43067 – Cello and Double Bass Solos – Women Composers – Junior – Ages 13-14
Fee: $44.00
One choice of one selection written by a female composer.
Time limit: 10 minutes.

Class 43068 – Cello and Double Bass Solos – Women Composers – Elementary – Ages 11-12
Fee: $44.00
One choice of one selection written by a female composer.
Time limit: 10 minutes.

Class 43069 – Cello and Double Bass Solos – Women Composers – Primary – Ages 9-10
Fee: $43.00
One choice of one selection written by a female composer.
Time limit: 8 minutes.

Class 43070 – Cello and Double Bass Solos – Women Composers – Primary – Ages 6-8
Fee: $42.00
One choice of one selection written by a female composer.
Time limit: 5 minutes.

Section 94: Cello & Double Bass Solos – BIPOC Composers

Section Notes

1. Refer to Rules 11, 12, 13, 18, 19, 22, 24, 49, 52, 64 and 80​. Read all Syllabus rules with care.
2. Performance times MUST be included on the entry form.
3. To be eligible for a scholarship, competitors must enter a minimum of two classes and receive a minimum mark of 85.
4. A piece cannot be used by a competitor in more than one class. Repertoire which does not coincide with stated categories will result in disqualification. See Rule 24.
5. Participants have the option to participate either “in person” or “virtually”.  This decision must be made at the time of registration.
6. Participants who choose the virtual option will be responsible for arranging to have a video recording made of their performance and for creating a YouTube channel that can be shared with the Toronto Kiwanis Festival Office via the online registration system.

Class 43075 – Cello & Double Bass Solos – BIPOC Composers – Senior – Ages 17-18
Fee: $46.00
One choice of one selection written by a BIPOC composer.
Time limit: 20 minutes.

Class 43076 – Cello & Double Bass Solos – BIPOC Composers – Intermediate – Ages 15-16
Fee: $45.00
One choice of one selection written by a BIPOC composer.
Time limit: 15 minutes.

Class 43077 – Cello & Double Bass Solos – BIPOC Composers – Junior – Ages 13-14
Fee: $44.00
One choice of one selection written by a BIPOC composer.
Time limit: 10 minutes.

Class 43078 – Cello & Double Bass Solos – BIPOC Composers – Elementary – Ages 11-12
Fee: $44.00
One choice of one selection written by a BIPOC composer.
Time limit: 10 minutes.

Class 43079 – Cello & Double Bass Solos – BIPOC Composers – Primary – Ages 9-10
Fee: $43.00
One choice of one selection written by a BIPOC composer.
Time limit: 8 minutes.

Class 43080 – Cello & Double Bass Solos – BIPOC Composers – Beginner – Ages 6-8
Fee: $42.00
One choice of one selection written by a BIPOC composer.
Time limit: 5 minutes.

Section 95: Cello and Double Bass Solos – Later Tuition

Section Notes

1. Refer to Rules 11, 12, 13, 18, 19, 22, 24, 49, 52, 64 and 80​​. Read all Syllabus rules with care.
2. Own choice of two or more contrasting selections.
3. All classes in section 85 qualify to proceed to the Provincial Music Festival (June, 2023) upon adjudicator recommendation.
4. Performance times MUST be included on the entry form.
5. Participants have the option to participate either “in person” or “virtually”.  This decision must be made at the time of registration.
6. Participants who choose the virtual option will be responsible for arranging to have a video recording made of their performance and for creating a YouTube channel that can be shared with the Toronto Kiwanis Festival Office via the online registration system.
7. All classes in this section are eligible to proceed to the Provincial level of competition (June, 2024) upon adjudicator recommendation.  Participants should be aware that a minimum of 3 pieces are required for the Provincial Finals and that the Provincial’s registration deadline will be March 25, 2024.

Class 41120 – Cello and Double Bass – Later Tuition – Adult – 21 or over – 5 Years of Training or Less (“P”)
Fee: $55.00
Own choice of two or more contrasting selections.
Time limit: 15 minutes

Class 41121 – Cello and Double Bass – Later Tuition – Adult – 21 or over – 6 to 9 Years of Training (“P”)
Fee: $60.00
Own choice of two or more contrasting selections.
Time limit: 20 minutes

Class 41122 – Cello and Double Bass – Later Tuition – Adult – 21 or over – 10 Years of Training or More (“P”)
Fee: $60.00
Own choice of two or more contrasting selections.
Time limit: 25 minutes

Section 96: Suzuki Strings – Non-Competitive

Section Notes

1. 1. 1. Refer to Rules 11, 12, 13, 18, 19, 22, 24, 49, 52, 64 and 80. Read all Syllabus rules with care.
      2. Memorization is optional but recommended. Bonus points will be award for memorization.
      3. To be eligible for a scholarship, competitors must enter a minimum of two classes and receive a minimum mark of 85.
      4. Da capo and dal segno signs must be played. Repeats should NOT be played unless otherwise indicated in either the RCM or CC Syllabus.
      5. All suzuki classes are non-competitive in nature and therefore do not qualify to proceed to the Provincial Finals in June 2024.
      6. Performance times MUST be included on the entry form.
      7. Participants have the option to participate either “in person” or “virtually”.  This decision must be made at the time of registration.
      8. Participants who choose the virtual option will be responsible for arranging to have a video recording made of their performance and for creating a YouTube channel that can be shared with the Toronto Kiwanis Festival Office via the online registration system

   
   Class 44001 – Suzuki Strings Book 6 and Above
   Own choice of one selection.
   Fee: $46.00

   Class 44002 – Suzuki Strings Book 5
   Own choice of one selection.
   Fee: $44.00

   Class 44003 – Suzuki Strings Book 4
   Own choice of one selection.
   Fee: $44.00

   Class 44004 – Suzuki Strings Book 3
   Own choice of one selection.
   Fee: $43.00

   Class 44005 – Suzuki Strings Book 2
   Own choice of one selection.
   Fee: $42.00

   Class 44006 – Suzuki Strings Book 1
   Own choice of one selection.
   Fee: $42.00

   Class 44007 – Suzuki String Duets and Trios
   Own choice of one selection.
   Fee: $60.00

   Class 44008 – Suzuki String Quartets and Quintets
   Own choice of one selection.
   Fee: $70.00

Section 97: Popular Strings

Section Notes

1. Refer to Rules 11, 12, 13, 18, 19, 22, 24, 49, 52, 64 and 80​.  Read all Syllabus rules and regulations with care.
2. Performance times MUST be included on the entry form.
3. Maximum performance time – 6 Minutes.
4. Music choices DO NOT have to be from RCM or Conservatory Canada Popular Lists.
5. Fiddle pieces are permitted.
6. Sheet music must be provided to the adjudicators (No charts or tabs permitted).
7. Repeats can be played as long as performance time remains within the maximum allotted.
8. Participants have the option to participate either “in person” or “virtually”.  This decision must be made at the time of registration.
9. Participants who choose the virtual option will be responsible for arranging to have a video recording made of their performance and for creating a YouTube channel that can be shared with the Toronto Kiwanis Festival Office via the online registration system.
10. All classes in this section are eligible to proceed to the Provincial level of competition (June, 2024) upon adjudicator recommendation.  Participants should be aware that a minimum of 3 pieces are required for the Provincial Finals and that the Provincial’s registration deadline will be March 25, 2024.

Class 44050 – Popular Strings Solo – 1950-1965 – Ages 29 & Over (“P”)
Own choice of one selection.
Fee: $46.00

Class 44051 – Popular Strings Solo – 1966-1970 – Ages 29 & Over (“P”)
Own choice of one selection.
Fee: $46.00

Class 44052 – Popular Strings Solo – 1971-1985 – Ages 29 & Over (“P”)
Own choice of one selection.
Fee: $46.00

Class 44053 – Popular Strings Solo – 1986-1999 – Ages 29 & Over (“P”)
Own choice of one selection.
Fee: $46.00 

Class 44054 – Popular Strings Solo – 2000-2010 – Ages 29 & Over (“P”)
Own choice of one selection.
Fee: $46.00

Class 44055 – Popular Strings Solo – 2011-Present – Ages 29 & Over (“P”)
Own choice of one selection.
Fee: $46.00

Class 44056 – Popular Strings Solo – 1950-1965 – Ages 19-28 (“P”)
Own choice of one selection.
Fee: $46.00

Class 44057 – Popular Strings Solo – 1966-1970 – Ages 19-28 (“P”)
Own choice of one selection.
Fee: $46.00

Class 44058 – Popular Strings Solo – 1971-1985 – Ages 19-28 (“P”)
Own choice of one selection.
Fee: $46.00

Class 44059 – Popular Strings Solo – 1986-1999 – Ages 19-28 (“P”)
Own choice of one selection.
Fee: $46.00

Class 44060 – Popular Strings Solo – 2000-2010 – Ages 19-28 (“P”)
Own choice of one selection.
Fee: $46.00 

Class 44061 – Popular Strings Solo – 2011-Present – Ages 19-28 (“P”)
Own choice of one selection.
Fee: $46.00

Class 44062 – Popular Strings Solo – 1950-1965 – Ages 17-18 (“P”)
Own choice of one selection.
Fee: $45.00

Class 44063 – Popular Strings Solo – 1966-1970 – Ages 17-18 (“P”)
Own choice of one selection.
Fee: $45.00 

Class 44064 – Popular Strings Solo – 1971-1985 – Ages 17-18 (“P”)
Own choice of one selection.
Fee: $45.00

Class 44065 – Popular Strings Solo – 1986-1999 – Ages 17-18 (“P”)
Own choice of one selection.
Fee: $45.00

Class 44066 – Popular Strings Solo – 2000-2010 – Ages 17-18 (“P”)
Own choice of one selection.
Fee: $45.00

Class 44067 – Popular Strings Solo – 2011-Present – Ages 17-18 (“P”)
Own choice of one selection.
Fee: $45.00

Class 44068 – Popular Strings Solo – 1950-1965 – Ages 15-16 (“P”)
Own choice of one selection.
Fee: $45.00 

Class 44069 – Popular Strings Solo – 1966-1970 – Ages 15-16 (“P”)
Own choice of one selection.
Fee: $45.00

Class 44070 – Popular Strings Solo – 1971-1985 – Ages 15-16 (“P”)
Own choice of one selection.
Fee: $45.00

Class 44071 – Popular Strings Solo – 1986-1999 – Ages 15-16 (“P”)
Own choice of one selection.
Fee: $45.00 

Class 44072 – Popular Strings Solo – 2000-2010 – Ages 15-16 (“P”)
Own choice of one selection.
Fee: $45.00 

Class 44073 – Popular Strings Solo – 2011-Present – Ages 15-16 (“P”)
Own choice of one selection.
Fee: $45.00 

Class 44074 – Popular Strings Solo – 1950-1965 – Ages 13-14 (“P”)
Own choice of one selection.
Fee: $44.00

Class 44075 – Popular Strings Solo – 1966-1970 – Ages 13-14 (“P”)
Own choice of one selection.
Fee: $44.00 

Class 44076 – Popular Strings Solo – 1971-1985 – Ages 13-14 (“P”)
Own choice of one selection.
Fee: $44.00

Class 44077 – Popular Strings Solo – 1986-1999 – Ages 13-14 (“P”)
Own choice of one selection.
Fee: $44.00 

Class 44078 – Popular Strings Solo – 2000-2010 – Ages 13-14 (“P”)
Own choice of one selection.
Fee: $44.00 

Class 44079 – Popular Strings Solo – 2011-Present – Ages 13-14 (“P”)
Own choice of one selection.
Fee: $44.00

Class 44080 – Popular Strings Solo – 1950-1965 – Ages 11-12 (“P”)
Own choice of one selection.
Fee: $43.00

Class 44081 – Popular Strings Solo – 1966-1970 – Ages 11-12 (“P”)
Own choice of one selection.
Fee: $43.00

Class 44082 – Popular Strings Solo – 1971-1985 – Ages 11-12 (“P”)
Own choice of one selection.
Fee: $43.00 

Class 44083 – Popular Strings Solo – 1986-1999 – Ages 11-12 (“P”)
Own choice of one selection.
Fee: $43.00

Class 44084 – Popular Strings Solo – 2000-2010 – Ages 11-12 (“P”)
Own choice of one selection.
Fee: $43.00 

Class 44085 – Popular Strings Solo – 2011-Present – Ages 11-12 (“P”)
Own choice of one selection.
Fee: $43.00 

Class 44086 – Popular Strings Solo – 1950-1965 – Ages 9-10 (“P”)
Own choice of one selection.
Fee: $42.00

Class 44087 – Popular Strings Solo – 1966-1970 – Ages 9-10 (“P”)
Own choice of one selection.
Fee: $42.00 

Class 44088 – Popular Strings Solo – 1971-1985 – Ages 9-10 (“P”)
Own choice of one selection.
Fee: $42.00 

Class 44089 – Popular Strings Solo – 1986-1999 – Ages 9-10 (“P”)
Own choice of one selection.
Fee: $42.00 

Class 44090 – Popular Strings Solo – 2000-2010 – Ages 9-10 (“P”)
Own choice of one selection.
Fee: $42.00 

Class 44091 – Popular Strings Solo – 2011- Present – Ages 9-10 (“P”)
Own choice of one selection.
Fee: $42.00 

Class 44092 – Popular Strings Solo – 1950-1965 – Ages 8 & Under (“P”)
Own choice of one selection.
Fee: $42.00 

Class 44093 – Popular Strings Solo – 1966-1970 – Ages 8 & Under (“P”)
Own choice of one selection.
Fee: $42.00

Class 44094 – Popular Strings Solo – 1971-1985 – Ages 8 & Under (“P”)
Own choice of one selection.
Fee: $42.00

Class 44095 – Popular Strings Solo – 1986-1999 – Ages 8 & Under (“P”)
Own choice of one selection.
Fee: $42.00 

Class 44096 – Popular Strings Solo – 2000-2010 – Ages 8 & Under (“P”)
Own choice of one selection.
Fee: $42.00 

Class 44097 – Popular Strings Solo – 2011-Present – Ages 8 & Under (“P”)
Own choice of one selection.
Fee: $42.00