2025 Festival Syllabus - Woodwinds
Woodwind Ensembles
WOODWIND CLASS DESCRIPTIONS
Duets & Trios Participants must perform one (1) selection in the appropriate genre and must enter the age level of the oldest participant based on their age as of December 31st, 2024, for competitive classes.
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.
Non-Competitive Classes Non-Competitive classes will be organized based on registration so that participants of similar ages and levels will be grouped together. Adults ages 29 and above must enter at the non-competitive level, and Adult & Child groups may enter non-competitive ensemble classes.
WOODWIND RULES & REGULATIONS
Duet & Trio Accompaniment Piano accompaniment is not required but should be included if indicated in the score. Ensembles where the piano part plays an equal role, and the pianist is a class participant should enter in the "Chamber Music" division.
Multi-movement Selections One (1) selection may consist of multiple movements, where specified in the RCM or CC Syllabus (ex. Sonatas & Concertos). Participants must perform the movement(s) specified in the syllabus where applicable. For example, the syllabus may require that only one movement of a piece be played, or that two or more specific movements be played.
Time Limit Total performance time must not exceed twenty (20) minutes in total for any class.
Sheet Music Participants must provide the adjudicator with a legally purchased copy of the music for all selections (a purchase receipt or IMSLP listing must be presented for digital copies), even when the piece is being performed by memory. Refer to section 7.14 of the Rules, Regulations & Guidelines for more information about Copyright.
Memorization is not required for Woodwind classes.
OMFA Provincial Requirements
Woodwind Duets & Trios One (1) selection must be performed.
Participants should consult the OMFA Syllabus guidelines (www.omfa.ca) if they are interested in participating.