2024 Syllabus - Woodwinds

This section includes clarinets, flutes, recorders, oboes, bassoons and saxophones.

Provincial Qualifying

Perform two musically contrasting selections from the approved syllabi. Both selections must be at the same level and at the level at which the competitor is currently studying. If the competitor has passed an exam prior to December 31st, 2022, then they cannot enter that level. Please note, unlike the RCM and CC, all selections must be the same grade/level. The Adjudicator will take choice of material into consideration. Memorization is not required but is highly recommended.
Time limits:
Level 1 to Level 7 – Fifteen (15) minutes
Level 8 & Level 9 – Twenty (25) minutes
Level 10 – Thirty-Five (35) minutes
Adjudicator will stop the competitor after the maximum time.

Solo - By Level

Perform a selection from the approved syllabi, playing the number of movements specified. Diploma plays two contrasting movements from the approved Diploma Syllabi. Selections need not be memorized. Time limit: 7 min

Solo - Canadian Composer

Perform one selection by a Canadian Composer. Selections need not be memorized. Please indicate your instrument on your entry.

Solo - Jazz

Perform one or two selections of your own choosing. Selections need not be memorized. Time limit:7 min

Solo - Light Music

Perform a selection of your choice from this mainly British style of orchestral music, less solemn and usually shorter than other Western classical compositions. Composers such as Leroy Anderson, Albert Ketelbey, Roger Quilter, John Rutter.

Solo - Popular

Perform a selection in one or more of the following genres: pop, R & B, soul, rock, alternative, indie, jazz, pop folk or country.

Solo - Recital

Perform two contrasting selections at your current level of study. Selections need not be memorized. Please indicate your instrument on your entry.