Syllabus - Fiddle
DEFINITIONS
Fiddle Duet or Trio A fiddle duet or trio is:
- Any duet where either or both performers are playing a fiddle.
- Any trio where at least two performers are playing a fiddle.
Fiddle Ensemble A fiddle ensemble is any ensemble of four or more performers, in which at least half of the performers in the ensemble are playing a fiddle.
RULES & REGULATIONS
Adjudication Classes in this discipline are adjudicated competitively except where otherwise specified.
Eligibility Each category of class in this discipline specifies the eligibility of performer to enter classes within that category.
Instrumentation If a class specifies fiddle duet or trio or fiddle ensemble, the ensemble entering such a class must satisfy the definitions of fiddle duets, trios, or ensembles. Solo performers, duets, trios, and ensembles may be accompanied by collaborative pianists or fiddlers.
Scores Performers and ensembles are encouraged to submit a transcription of the melody line of their selections if no published score exists; they are not, however, required to do so. Including a chord progression is also encouraged.
Performance Procedure Unless directed otherwise in advance by the adjudicator, performers and ensembles should perform their selections without a pause or break in between. They may perform their selections in any order.
Repertoire Each class specifies the quantity of repertoire selections required for that class in its description. If a class permits performance of more than one selection, multiple selections must be contrasting - distinct from one another in style, mood, tempo, and so on. When in doubt, the adjudicator determines the suitability of a repertoire selection for its class.
Difficulty Selections must be suited to the technical proficiency of the performer or performers.
Style Selections may be from any generally-recognised fiddle style, such as Cape Breton, Country, Métis, and so on.
Improvisation Performers may improvise as long as the chord progression and overall structure of the selection is preserved.
Fiddle Duet or Trio
RULES & REGULATIONS
Eligibility Except in adult or all ages classes, the oldest member of a duet or trio determines the class that duet or trio may enter. Any duet or trio containing at least one performer aged 19 or older may enter a class permitting adult performers, while any duet or trio containing at least one performer aged 29 or older may only enter a class permitting adult performers.
| Class | Fee | |
|---|---|---|
| Class:FD109 - Fiddle Duet or Trio 10 Years and Under Repertoire Two selections; Time Limit 8 minutes. | Fee:$35.00 | Closed |
| Class:FD110 - Fiddle Duet or Trio 12 Years and Under Repertoire Two selections; Time Limit 8 minutes. | Fee:$40.00 | Closed |
| Class:FD111 - Fiddle Duet or Trio 14 Years and Under Repertoire Two or three selections; Time Limit 12 minutes. | Fee:$45.00 | Closed |
| Class:FD112 - Fiddle Duet or Trio 16 Years and Under Repertoire Two or three selections; Time Limit 15 minutes. | Fee:$50.00 | Closed |
| Class:FD113 - Fiddle Duet or Trio 18 Years and Under Repertoire Three selections; Time Limit 18 minutes. | Fee:$55.00 | Closed |
| Class:FD114 - Fiddle Duet or Trio 28 Years and Under Repertoire Three selections; Time Limit 20 minutes. | Fee:$60.00 | Closed |
| Class:FD115 - Fiddle Duet or Trio Adult Repertoire Two or three selections; Time Limit 15 minutes. Additional Rules One performer in this ensemble must be an adult performer; any number of other performers may be child performers. | Fee:$50.00 | Closed |
| Class:FD116 - Fiddle Duet or Trio Teacher and Student Repertoire Two selections; Time Limit 15 minutes. Additional Rules One performer in this ensemble must be an adult performer who:
The other performer(s) may be adult or child performers. | Fee:$50.00 | Closed |
| Class:FD117 - Fiddle Duet or Trio All Ages Non-Competitive Repertoire Two selections; Time Limit 10 minutes; Adjudication This class is adjudicated non-competitively | Fee:$45.00 | Closed |
Fiddle Ensemble
RULES & REGULATIONS
Eligibility Except in adult or all-ages classes, the oldest member of an ensemble determines the class that ensemble may enter. Any ensemble containing at least one performer aged 19 or older may enter a class permitting adult performers, while any ensemble containing at least one performer aged 29 or older may only enter a class permitting adult performers.
| Class | Fee | |
|---|---|---|
| Class:FD118 - Junior Fiddle Ensemble Repertoire Two selections; Time Limit 12 minutes. Ensemble An ensemble in this class may consist of:
| Fee:$45.00 | Closed |
| Class:FD119 - Intermediate Fiddle Ensemble Repertoire Two or three selections; Time Limit 15 minutes. Ensemble An ensemble in this class may consist of:
| Fee:$50.00 | Closed |
| Class:FD120 - Senior Fiddle Ensemble Repertoire Three selections; Time Limit 18 minutes. Ensemble An ensemble in this class may consist of:
| Fee:$55.00 | Closed |
| Class:FD121 - Open Fiddle Ensemble Repertoire Three selections; Time Limit 20 minutes. Ensemble An ensemble in this class may consist of:
| Fee:$60.00 | Closed |
| Class:FD122 - Adult Fiddle Ensemble Repertoire Two or three selections; Time Limit 15 minutes. Additional Rules One performer in this ensemble must be an adult performer; any number of other performers may be child performers. | Fee:$50.00 | Closed |
| Class:FD123 - Fiddle Ensemble Teacher and Students Repertoire Two selections; Time Limit 15 minutes. Additional Rules One performer in this ensemble must be an adult performer who:
The other performer(s) may be adult or child performers. | Fee:$50.00 | Closed |
| Class:FD124 - Fiddle Ensemble All Ages Non-Competitive Repertoire Two selections; Time Limit 12 minutes; Adjudication This class is adjudicated non-competitively. Additional Rules Ensembles in this class may include any number of amateur or professional adult performers. | Fee:$45.00 | Closed |