2026 Syllabus (still being updated as at 30Sep2026) - Guitar

Provincials requirements: (no solo Ukulele classes)

Classical Guitar 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 1-7: Fifteen (15) min; Levels 8 & 9: Twenty (20) min; Levels 10: Thirty (30) min; Level 10: Thirty (30) min  Adult: Twenty-five (25) min

Classical Guitar 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 Guitar 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 (Classical & Popular): One (1) selection.

Ensembles (Classical only): One (1) or (2) selections