A SERVICE PROJECT OF THE KIWANIS CLUB OF KITCHENER -WATERLOO SINCE 1948

In order to register for classes all participants must create a Music Festival Suite profile at kwkmf.musicfestivalsuite.com. For children under the age of 18 parents must first create their own profile and can then create a profile for each of their children. Once your profiles are created you can then start selecting the classes you wish to register for. Parents can add multiple children and classes before paying the final invoice. Registration is complete once the invoice has been paid.

Adults can simply create their own profile at kwkms.musicfestivalsuite.com in order to register for classes. When creating your profile you will be asked to input your age so that you will be recognized as an adult. You will then be given the option to either enter your Teacher's profile ID, or you may select the "Self-Taught" option. Once your profile is created you can start selecting your classes. Registration is complete once you pay your invoice.

No, you do not have to create profile, but it is strongly recommended that you do. By creating your own profile you will be able to link with your students' profiles which will allow you to see all the classes they are registered for, when they are scheduled, and the comments sheets and marks from adjudicators. You will also be included in our mailing list so that you can stay informed about important festival dates, events and other information. Once you create your profile you can send your Profile ID to your students so that they can link their profile with yours. To do this you can click on the Menu and select “Linked Profiles”, then click “Email Your ID To Others”. Enter in the email addresses of your students and click “Send ID

No, but if you study with a private teacher it is highly recommended that you include their ID so that they can stay up to date with your festival class information, and can ensure you have registered for the correct classes. Ask your teacher if they have created their own festival profile - if yes then they can provide you with their ID number. If you do not have a teacher, or if your teacher does not wish to create their own profile, then the Parent must also select the "Entrant's Teacher" role as part of their festival profile. You can check multiple options when creating an account, or add roles later by clicking on “Edit Profile” and check any roles that may apply including “Entrant’s Teacher”.

Yes, but first your students (or their parent) must create their own profile in Music Festival Suite, and enter your Teacher ID number to link your accounts. This step can not be done by the teacher since it requires that parents complete a legal consent form their child. Once your student(s) has set up a profile you can take it from there: · In the drop-down Menu at the top of the main page click on Registrations · Click the “Add a New Registration” button and on the next page click the “I Am Ready to Register” button. · On the registration page select the Discipline and Class using the drop down menus. Then you will see the “Performer” drop down menu where you can select the student you would like to register for (only students who have set up a profile and included your Teacher ID will appear here) · Enter all the required repertoire information. Find the “To Be Paid By” drop down menu – you may select either yourself or the student’s parent. · Once all your registrations are entered you (or the parents) can pay the invoice to complete the registration. All your entries will be saved until you ready to pay. · Invoices can be found by selecting “Accounts” in the drop-down Menu at the top of the page

First you must create your own profile as an "Entrant's Teacher/Group Leader". Any other teachers/leaders involved in your organization may wish to create their own profiles as well to stay informed. Second you must create a profile for each ensemble that will be participating. To do this click on the Menu and select "Linked Profiles", and click on "Create a Group Participant Profile". Once your profiles have been created you may start adding classes for each group. You can choose to assign the class payment to the group or the teacher (in which case the invoice will appear in the teacher's profile). Registration is complete once the invoice is paid.

No, you do not need separate profiles if you are involved in the festival in more than one role. At the time of creating a new profile you may check any roles that apply to you at the time. And you can always add or remove roles from your profile by clicking on “Edit Profile” and (un)check any roles that may apply.

Yes! New this year volunteers will need to create their own profile to stay up to date with festival information, and to see their assigned volunteer roles and schedule. Let us know you are interested by creating your profile at kwkmf.musicfestivalsuite.com, and check "Volunteer or Administrator" on the right side of the screen. The festival schedule will be put together in February and we will start reaching out to volunteers shortly after to confirm their availability. If you have questions about volunteering and what's involved email danielle@kwkiwanismusicfestival.com.

The festival schedule will be created during the month of February after registration closes. The schedule will be posted by March 1st for Ensemble classes. All other class schedules will be posted by March 15th. Festival participants will be notified by email when their class schedules are available, and the schedule will be posted on the website and participants can login to their festival profile to check their own classes.

Repertoire selections must be entered in order to complete your registration. However you will be able to make changes to your repertoire selections up to March 31st. Once registration closes a Change Request Form will be made available to participants. Please try to enter accurate playing times for your repertoire selection, and be mindful when requesting a repertoire change that the new selection should be of a similar length.

For classes based on grade levels (Preparatory, Levels 1-10) participants must enter a grade level that is higher than their most recent examination as of December 31st, 2023. For example, if a student passes a Level 3 exam in December, then they must enter classes at Level 4 or higher. If a student passes a Level 3 exam anytime after January 1, 2024, then they may still enter Level 3 classes.

For class levels that are based on age participants must enter the level based on their age as of December 31st, 2023. For ensemble classes are listed by age groups participants must enter the class that matches the oldest participant based on their age as of December 31st, 2023.

As a general guideline it is suggested that students who have been taking lessons for 1-2 years can register for Beginner level classes, and students who have been taking lessons for 2 or more years can register for Novice level classes. However these classes are meant to be very inclusive for students in their early stages of music learning so teachers and students can use the Preparatory A and Preparatory B lists for guidance here as well. For example if a student has taken lessons for more than 2 years, but is playing repertoire that can be found on the Preparatory A list then they are welcome to join at the Beginner level. Alternately a student who has had only 1 year of lessons but is ready to play repertoire from the Preparatory B list can join at the Novice level.

Diploma classes are for participants who are 1) currently working towards their ARCT, ACCM or an equivalent diploma examination AND 2) have been studying at this level for LESS than 2 years AND 3) have not yet completed a Diploma Level examination. Participants who have earned their ARCT/ACCM or equivalent Diploma, OR who have been studying at the Diploma level for more than 2 years must enter at the Post-Diploma Level.

No, participants are only allowed to play repertoire from the grade level that matches the class they are in for all Solo classes. There are no exceptions to this rule, even when a higher level piece has been approved by the RCM or CC for exam purposes. Recital classes may follow different guidelines - refer to the current KWKMF Syllabus for instrument specific rules.

In the Royal Conservatory of Music or a comparable program the pieces of music that a student can play are divided into different repertoire lists according to genre or style. In a festival class that is "List A", you will need to play a piece that is found under "List A" in the syllabus for your instrument. *Note the Canada Conservatory program refers to repertoire lists as "Group 1" or "Group 2" etc, which correspond to the RCM lists. Refer to the KWKMF Syllabus for links to relevant resources and class details.

"Etude" is French for "study". Etudes feature a challenge in technique. Participants should consult the "Etude" lists in the Royal Conservatory or Conservatory Canada Syllabus for their instrument for a list of accepted pieces. Some etude classes require you to perform two etudes (refer to the current KWKMF Syllabus).

Non-Competitive classes offer the opportunity for students to receive feedback from an adjudicator without the pressure of competition. All participants in a non-competitive class will receive written and verbal comments and a participant ribbon. Adults aged 29+ may only enter Non-Competitive classes. Adult-Child groups may enter non-competitive group classes.

"Popular" classes are meant to include a variety of genres outside of the classical music tradition. Students should consult the current KWKMF Syllabus for instrument specific requirements in Popular classes. Popular selections should be covers from commercial artists in any of the following genres: Pop, Folk, R&B, Soul, Rock, Alternative, Indie, Jazz or Country. Popular selections must be performed with either live accompaniment or an instrumental backing track.

In Recital classes the participant performs two contrasting selections. They can contrast in style, period, tempo, form, or language. Students should consult the class guidelines in the current KWKMF Syllabus for their discipline as some divisions require students follow a syllabus for Recital classes.

Duet, Trio and Quartet class options are available within each instrument division. Duet groups should register in their instrument division (example: String Duets should register in the String division). Trios and Quartets consisting of the same instrument family (ex. 3 brass instruments) should register under their instruments’ division, whereas a Trio consisting of mixed instrumentation should register in the Chamber Music division (ex. a trio with violin, piano and flute).

Most classes in the Brass, Strings, Voice, Woodwinds and Piano Concerto divisions require that participants must perform with live piano accompaniment. Participants should consult their division syllabus carefully regarding accompaniment rules. Performers are responsible for making all arrangements with, and payment to their accompanist. Accompanists may create their own MFS profile which may be linked with the participant’s so that they can receive class updates, but it is still the responsibility of the participant to ensure their accompanist is available. Participants who register for four (4) or more accompanied classes are eligible for a $35 Accompaniment Allowance.

It is recommended that festival participants arrive 20 minutes prior to their scheduled class to allow time to find parking, find your class and to sign in when you arrive. For instruments that need to be put together, tuned and warmed up participants should arrive 30 minutes prior to their class.

For instruments that need to be put together, tuned and warmed up a room will be provided for participants to get ready. They may leave their instrument cases in the room while they are in their festival class. Pianos will not be available to play outside of the festival classes.

Yes! The KW Kiwanis Music Festival is an open public event, so people are welcome to view any class. Audience members will not be allowed to enter during a performance, but may be allowed in at a time that will not disturb the class. Please be aware that photography, recording and cellphone usage is strictly prohibited in all festival performance spaces during classes (except for official KWKMF Media persons). Phones and other devices must be Silenced or set to Do Not Disturb during festival classes.

It is recommended that participants wear attire appropriate for performing. Participants should avoid clothing with visible corporate logos, sports team names or logos, copyrighted images, celebrity names or images (living or dead), cartoon character images, or inappropriate messages or words (for example, profanity).

In accordance with the Canadian Copyright Act participants must provide the adjudicator with a legally purchased copy of the music for all selections, even when the piece is being performed by memory. A purchase receipt must be presented for digital copies. Music that is in the public domain, and therefore available to be downloaded for free, must have the IMSLP listing attached (visit imslp.org to print a screen shot). In etude, duet and ensemble classes, photocopied pages may be used by the performers long as the original score is also provided. Participants who bring photocopied music without the original score or proof of purchase will be disqualified from receiving a class mark or placement.

Yes. Participants should announce their name, the title of their selection(s), which movements they are playing and the name of the composer before performing. If performing more than one selection both pieces should be introduced at the same time. Performers should allow a brief pause between selections.