2026 Syllabus (still being updated as at 30Sep2026) - Brass
Provincials requirements:
Classical Brass Solo Levels 1-10, Adult : Two (2) contrasting selections from the current Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM) or Conservatory Canada (CC) syllabus for their particular instrument. For French Horn, Trombone, and Euphonium competitors, selections not listed in the RCM or CC syllabus will still be accepted if accompanied by a verification of grade/level from a local music teacher or conservatory of music. Maximum performance time -- Level 1-5: Ten (10 ) min; Levels 6 & 7: Fifteen (15) min; Levels 8 & 9: Twenty (20) min; Level 10: Thirty (30) min Adult; Twenty-five (25) min
Classical Brass Solo Open (ARCT and above): minimum of two (2) contrasting pieces are required, however, you may add a third piece if it fits within the maximum time limit. Level 10 pieces and below are not permitted in this category. Pieces do not need to be listed in the RCM or CC syllabi. Maximum performance time -- Forty-five (45) min
Popular Brass Solo All Levels: One (1) selection. Selections from Conservatory Canada (CC) Contemporary Idioms lists and the Royal Conservatory of Music Popular Lists (RCM) are eligible. Rap, Hip Hop and songs listed in the RCM or CC Classical Syllabi are not.
Duets & Trios All levels: One (1) selection
Solo By Years of Study
The year of study is based on when you first started playing your instrument, not when you began individual instruction. Please select accordingly. Selections need not be memorized. Time limit: 7 min
| Class | Earlybird Live | Virtual | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class:10000 - Classical Brass Solo - 1st Year of Study one selection - own choice | Earlybird Live:$24.00 | Virtual:$22.00 | Register |
| Class:10001 - Classical Brass Solo - 2nd Year of Study one selection - own choice | Earlybird Live:$24.00 | Virtual:$22.00 | Register |
| Class:10002 - Classical Brass Solo - 3rd Year of Study one selection - own choice | Earlybird Live:$24.00 | Virtual:$22.00 | Register |
| Class:10003 - Classical Brass Solo - 4th Year of Study one selection - own choice | Earlybird Live:$27.00 | Virtual:$25.00 | Register |
| Class:10004 - Classical Brass Solo - 5th Year of Study or more one selection - own choice | Earlybird Live:$27.00 | Virtual:$25.00 | Register |
Classical Solo #1
Perform a selection from the approved Syllabi. French horn and trombone may perform selections that are at equivalent level but not listed in syllabi. Selections need not be memorized. Time limit: 7 min.
| Class | Earlybird Live | Virtual | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class:10010 - Classical Brass Solo - Introductory one selection - own choice | Earlybird Live:$24.00 | Virtual:$22.00 | Register |
| Class:10011 - Classical Brass Solo - Level 1 - 5 one selection - own choice | Earlybird Live:$24.00 | Virtual:$22.00 | Register |
| Class:10012 - Classical Brass Solo - Level 6 - 9 one selection - own choice | Earlybird Live:$27.00 | Virtual:$25.00 | Register |
| Class:10013 - Classical Brass Solo - Level 10 one selection - own choice | Earlybird Live:$29.00 | Virtual:$27.00 | Register |
| Class:10014 - Classical Brass Solo - Open - ARCT two consecutive mvts | Earlybird Live:$29.00 | Virtual:$27.00 | Register |
| Class:10015 - Classical Brass Solo - Later Stages (Ages 29 & Over) one selection - own choice | Earlybird Live:$27.00 | Virtual:$25.00 | Register |
Classical Solo #2
| Class | Earlybird Live | Virtual | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class:10020 - Classical Brass Solo - Introductory one selection - own choice | Earlybird Live:$24.00 | Virtual:$22.00 | Register |
| Class:10021 - Classical Brass Solo - Level 1 - 5 one selection - own choice | Earlybird Live:$24.00 | Virtual:$22.00 | Register |
| Class:10022 - Classical Brass Solo - Level 6 - 9 one selection - own choice | Earlybird Live:$27.00 | Virtual:$25.00 | Register |
| Class:10023 - Classical Brass Solo - Level 10 one selection - own choice | Earlybird Live:$29.00 | Virtual:$27.00 | Register |
| Class:10024 - Classical Brass Solo - Open - ARCT two consecutive mvts | Earlybird Live:$29.00 | Virtual:$27.00 | Register |
| Class:10025 - Classical Brass Solo - Later Stages (Ages 29 & Over) one selection - own choice | Earlybird Live:$27.00 | Virtual:$25.00 | Register |
Other (Jazz, Light Music, Pop)
| Class | Earlybird Live | Virtual | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class:10030 - Brass Other Solo - Introductory one selection - own choice (time limit: 8 min.) | Earlybird Live:$24.00 | Virtual:$22.00 | Register |
| Class:10031 - Brass Other Solo (Jazz, Light Music, Pop) - Level 1 - 5 one selection - own choice (time limit: 8 min.) | Earlybird Live:$24.00 | Virtual:$22.00 | Register |
| Class:10032 - Brass Other Solo (Jazz, Light Music, Pop) - Level 6 - 9 one selection - own choice (time limit: 8 min.) | Earlybird Live:$27.00 | Virtual:$25.00 | Register |
| Class:10033 - Brass Other Solo (Jazz, Light Music, Pop) - Level 10 one selection - own choice (time limit: 10 min.) | Earlybird Live:$29.00 | Virtual:$27.00 | Register |
| Class:10034 - Brass Other Solo (Jazz, Light Music, Pop) - Open - ARCT one selection - own choice (time limit: 10 min.) | Earlybird Live:$29.00 | Virtual:$27.00 | Register |
| Class:10035 - Brass Other Solo (Jazz, Light Music, Pop) - Later Stages (Ages 29 & Over) one selection - own choice (time limit: 10 min.) | Earlybird Live:$27.00 | Virtual:$25.00 | Register |
Recital
Perform three contrasting pieces from the approved syllabi at your current level of
study. Performers will be assessed on selection and program arrangement as well as technique and interpretation. These selections may not be played in any other classes. Selections need not be memorized. Please indicate instrument on your entry. Time limit: 15 min
| Class | Earlybird Live | Virtual | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class:10040 - Brass Recital - Level 1 - 5 three selections - own choice | Earlybird Live:$54.00 | Virtual:$52.00 | Register |
| Class:10041 - Brass Recital - Level 6 - 9 three selections - own choice | Earlybird Live:$54.00 | Virtual:$52.00 | Register |
| Class:10042 - Brass Recital - Level 10 three selections - own choice | Earlybird Live:$65.00 | Virtual:$63.00 | Register |
| Class:10043 - Brass Recital - Open - ARCT three selections - own choice | Earlybird Live:$65.00 | Virtual:$63.00 | Register |
| Class:10044 - Brass Recital - Later Stages (Ages 29 & Over) three selections - own choice | Earlybird Live:$61.00 | Virtual:$59.00 | Register |