Syllabus - Strings
DEFINITIONS
String Instrument A string instrument is any type of violin, viola, cello (or violoncello), or double bass. Any other instrument qualifies as a string instrument at the adjudicator's sole discretion.
String Duet or Trio A string duet or trio is:
- Any duet where either or both performers are playing a string instrument as defined above.
- Any trio where at least two performers are playing a string instrument as defined above.
String Ensemble A string ensemble is any ensemble of four or more performers, in which at least half of the performers in the ensemble are playing a string instrument as defined above.
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 Each class in this discipline specifies its permitted instrumentation. If a class specifies string instrument, a performer of any such instrument may enter that class. If a class specifies string duet or trio or string ensemble, the ensemble entering such a class must satisfy the definitions of string duets, trios, or ensembles.
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. Selections may be accompanied or unaccompanied. When in doubt, the adjudicator determines the suitability of a repertoire selection for its class.
Classical Repertoire Selections in classical categories must be art music or "classical" repertoire. They may be Conservatory selections drawn from an RCM or CC repertoire list, or they may be the performer's Own Choice. Selections not drawn from a Conservatory list must match any historical or stylistic characteristics of the Conservatory lists specified in a class name, if there is one; otherwise they may be freely chosen unless the class includes some other repertoire restriction. If a class specifies a Conservatory level, selections performed in that class must match or approximately match its level; otherwise, they must be suited to the technical proficiency of the performer or performers.
Popular Repertoire Selections in popular categories may be from any popular genre, such as jazz, pop, rock, hip-hop, country, folk, and so on, instumental works of music theatre, or chosen from film, television, video games, or similar media. They must be suited to the technical proficiency of the performer or performers.
Multi-Movement Works When performing two or more movements from a multi-movement work, you combine such movements into a single selection, and may not perform them as distinct selections. These movements must be contrasting where possible. When performing multiple movements from a multi-movement work in a class, you may combine two or more movements from the work together according to the rules specific to the class's category.
Classical Strings Duet or Trio
RULES & REGULATIONS
Eligibility Except in adult 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.
Multi-Movement Works When performing a multi-movement work, you may combine up to two movements from such a work together into a single selection, as long as the total performance time does not exceed the time limit of your class.
Keyboard Parts A piano or keyboard part may be performed by a professional or by an amateur who is also being adjudicated.
| Class | Fee | |
|---|---|---|
| Class:ST297 - Strings Duet or Trio Age 10 and Under Repertiore One or two selections; Time Limit 8 minutes. | Fee:$45.00 | Closed |
| Class:ST298 - Strings Duet or Trio Age 12 and Under Repertiore One or two selections; Time Limit 10 minutes. | Fee:$50.00 | Closed |
| Class:ST299 - Strings Duet or Trio Age 14 and Under Repertiore One or two selections; Time Limit 12 minutes. | Fee:$55.00 | Closed |
| Class:ST300 - Strings Duet or Trio Age 16 and Under Repertiore One or two selections; Time Limit 15 minutes. | Fee:$60.00 | Closed |
| Class:ST301 - Strings Duet or Trio Age 18 and Under Repertiore Two or three selections; Time Limit 18 minutes. | Fee:$65.00 | Closed |
| Class:ST302 - Strings Duet or Trio Age 28 and Under Repertiore Two or three selections; Time Limit 20 minutes. | Fee:$70.00 | Closed |
| Class:ST303 - Strings Duet or Trio Adult Repertiore One or two 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:$60.00 | Closed |
| Class:ST304 - Strings Duet or Trio Teacher and Student Repertiore One or 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:$60.00 | Closed |
| Class:ST305 - Strings Duet or Trio All Ages Non-Competitive Repertiore One or 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:$55.00 | Closed |
Classical Strings Ensemble
RULES & REGULATIONS
Eligibility Each class specifies the permitted make-up of performers in ensembles entering that class. Ensembles with performers aged 19 or older may enter classes permitting adult performers, while ensembles with performers age 29 or older may only enter classes permitting adult performers.
Multi-Movement Works When performing a multi-movement work, you may combine up to two movements from such a work together into a single selection, as long as the total performance time does not exceed the time limit of your class.
Keyboard Parts A piano or keyboard part may be performed by a professional or by an amateur who is also being adjudicated.
| Class | Fee | |
|---|---|---|
| Class:ST306 - Junior Strings Ensemble Repertiore One or two selections; Time Limit 12 minutes. Ensemble An ensemble in this class may consist of:
| Fee:$55.00 | Closed |
| Class:ST307 - Intermediate Strings Ensemble Repertiore One or two selections; Time Limit 15 minutes. Ensemble An ensemble in this class may consist of:
| Fee:$60.00 | Closed |
| Class:ST308 - Senior Strings Ensemble Repertiore Two or three selections; Time Limit 20 minutes. Ensemble An ensemble in this class may consist of:
| Fee:$65.00 | Closed |
| Class:ST309 - Open Strings Ensemble Repertiore Two or three selections; Time Limit 30 minutes. Ensemble An ensemble in this class may consist of:
| Fee:$70.00 | Closed |
| Class:ST310 - Adult Strings Ensemble Repertiore One or two 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:$60.00 | Closed |
| Class:ST311 - Strings Ensemble Teacher and Student Repertiore One or 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:$60.00 | Closed |
| Class:ST312 - Strings Ensemble All Ages Non-Competitive Repertiore One or 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:$55.00 | Closed |