Rules specific to all Music Disciplines

  1. Important reminder: Cariboo Festival participants may only use published originals or documents available in the public domain. Photocopied music, scores and scripts are not allowed under any circumstances.
  2. Selections must be performed in full, as stated in syllabus of candidate's choice. Please state on the entry form the syllabus used (Conservatory Canada, Royal Conservatory of Toronto, Victoria Conservatory, etc.). Please note that classical sonatas are to be one movement only, even when two are required for the grade level. See Classical section under appropriate grade.
  3. Candidates may also apply to a recognized Conservatory to have a piece graded, and be prepared to supply written documentation of the grading, to satisfy the intent of the above rule (#2) for the Festival Committee, which recognizes that there are many suitable pieces of music not published in a syllabus. The Festival Committee also wishes to promote a celebration of music.
  4. The use of CD accompaniment is not recommended; however, if there is no other alternative, check with the director of the discipline listed in this Syllabus.
  5. Candidates considering the Provincial Festival are reminded that Canadian works are encouraged.

Rules specific to the Choral Discipline

  1. Important reminder: Cariboo Festival participants may only use published originals or documents available in the public domain. Photocopied music, scores and scripts are not allowed under any circumstances.
  2. For Festival purposes, a school choir is made up of chosen voices and may be from several classrooms.
  3. A school chorus is an entire classroom participating as a group to encourage all class members to sing at the festival.
  4. Choirs should prepare two selections, both own choice contrasting in style and tempo.
  5. Original music must be provided for the adjudicator. Accompanists and Directors must have original music as well. No photocopied music is permitted.
  6. Candidates are reminded that the choice of music will be considered, and may affect the final standing.
  7. On the evening of your choir adjudication, there will be a performance featuring all choirs. Awards will be given at this time.
  8. A song may be given to each choir to be used in a final mass choir selection the night of the Choir Concert if enough choirs enter to warrant a concert. Each choir will learn this selection on their own. The adjudicator will conduct this selection at the Choral Concert.
  9. Any enquiries are to be directed to the Vocal/Choral Director.
  10. Performers at the Primary, Intermediate and Senior levels must announce the title of their selection as well as the composer before performing.