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2015

Syllabus for

Piano Strings Guitar

Voice

Festival Dates: May 1th - May 30th

Entry Closing Date: March 7th 2015

Application forms may be completed and sent online.www.bccmusic.ca

2014 Award s

Category Award RecipientPreliminary, Highest Mark $50 scholarship & personal trophy Rebecca YangGrade 1, Highest Average Mark $50 scholarship & personal trophy, provided by Angela Yu-Chan Andrei KooGrade 2, Highest Average Mark $50 scholarship & personal trophy Sarah YuGrade 3, Highest Average Mark $50 scholarship & personal trophy, provided by Angela Yu-Chan Derek YuGrade 4, Highest Average Mark $50 scholarship & personal trophy Caitlyn BergGrade 5, Highest Average Mark $50 scholarship & personal trophy, provided by Angela Yu-Chan Ivy JiangGrade 6, Highest Average Mark $50 scholarship & personal trophy Callista BergGrade 7, Highest Average Mark $50 scholarship & personal trophy, provided by Angela Yu-Chan Emma Yu

Grace Xie

Grade 8, Highest Average Mark $50 scholarship & personal trophy Lori KullahianGrade 9, Highest Average Mark $50 scholarship & personal trophy, provided by Angela Yu-Chan Mina McKenzieGrade 10, Highest Average Mark $50 scholarship & personal trophy Hamilton LauDiploma level, Highest Average Mark $100 & personal trophy provided by Keiko & Jeff Alexander Nick Nelson

Canadian Composers $50 scholarship & personal trophy Eric PetersenCallista Berg

Adult Group, Highest Mark $100 & personal trophy provided by Keiko & Jeff Alexander Derek Smith

Concert Group Junior, Highest Mark $50 scholarship & personal trophy Derek YuConcert Group Intermediate, Highest Mark $50 scholarship & personal trophy Callista BergConcert Group Advanced, Highest Mark $50 scholarship & personal trophy Cali Heung

Nathan Chan

Intermediate Concerto Class, Highest Mark $50 scholarship & personal trophy Emma WeiAdvanced Concerto Class, Highest Mark $50 scholarship & personal trophy Albie Chan

Junior Piano Ensemble, Highest Mark $50 scholarship & personal trophy Annette YuClarisse Choy& Caitlin Choy

Intermediate Piano Ensemble, Highest Mark $50 scholarship & personal trophy Phoebe Cheng& Kathryn Wei

Post – Diploma Class 1st Place $300 scholarship & personal trophy Catherine Xu 2nd Place $200 scholarship & personal trophy Vivian Chow

Strings CategoriesJunior, Highest Average Mark $100 & personal trophy provided by Keiko & Jeff Alexander Gabrielle TangIntermediate, Highest Average Mark $50 scholarship & personal trophy Jonathan HaoAdvanced, Highest Average Mark $50 scholarship & personal trophy Robin Neuvonen

Voice CategoriesHighest Average Mark $50 scholarship & personal trophy Mikaela HaeusserHighest Mark in Musical Theatre $50 scholarship & personal trophy Demetra Maragos

Guitar CategoriesHighest Average Mark $50 scholarship & personal trophy Arek Bechrikian

NOTE: The funds received as scholarships may be used at the discretion of the recipient and are not tied to any institution or organization.

Table of Contents

BCCM Organizational Structure ......................................................................................................................................................................... 42015 Adjudicators .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 7Procedures and Regulations ..............................................................................................................................................................................10Entry Forms and Payment of Fees ..................................................................................................................................................................10Festival Awards, Marks and Scholarships ........................................................................................................................................................11Repertoire and Adjudicator Comments ...........................................................................................................................................................12

Class Details for Piano ........................................................................................................................................................................................12Pre Grade 1.....................................................................................................................................................................................................12Junior: Grade 1 to 4.......................................................................................................................................................................................13Intermediate: Grade 5 to 8 …. ....................................................................................................................................................................14Senior: Grade 9 to Diploma.........................................................................................................................................................................14Candian Composers ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 15Popular Repertoire Classes .......................................................................................................................................................................... 15Concert Group Class.....................................................................................................................................................................................15Piano Ensemble .............................................................................................................................................................................................16Concerto for Piano & Orchestra ...............................................................................................................................................................16Adult Class ......................................................................................................................................................................................................17Post-Diploma Class - Open.........................................................................................................................................................................17

Class Details for Strings ......................................................................................................................................................................................18Classes and Fees.............................................................................................................................................................................................19Baroque & Classical Era Composers .........................................................................................................................................................19Concerto..........................................................................................................................................................................................................19Romantic, Post-Romantic Style, Twentieth Century and Canadian Composers................................................................................19

Class Details for Guitar....................................................................................................................................................................................... 20Classes and Fees............................................................................................................................................................................................. 21Baroque & Classical Era Composers ......................................................................................................................................................... 21Romantic, Post-Romantic Style, Twentieth Century and Canadian Composers................................................................................21

Class Details for Voice ........................................................................................................................................................................................22Classes and Fees.............................................................................................................................................................................................22Voice Class Category.....................................................................................................................................................................................22Rules for Voice Candidates..........................................................................................................................................................................23

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British Columbia Conservatory of Music Organizational Structure

Board of Advisors

Keiko Alexander, Artist Diploma, Julliard International Clinician, Jurist and Adjudicator

Amanda Chan, M. Music., U.S.C.International Pianist and Lecturer of Piano at UBC

Dr. Terence Dawson, Professor of Piano and Chamber Music/Keyboard Division at UBC

David McCoy, M. Music., UBC.Professor of Piano at Capilano University, Lecturer at UBC

Winfried Rompf, B.Com., A.R.C.T.Program Director and Instructor of Senior Piano at BCCM

Ellen Silverman, M. Mus., EastmanInternational Pianist, Former Head of the Keyboard Division at Douglas College

Dr. Betty Suderman, Piano; M. A. Western WashingtonHochschule fur Musik and Theatre, Hanover, Germany, D.M.A. British Columbia

Administration

Christian G. Meyers, PresidentWinfried Rompf, Vice - President

Clara Tang, Office ManagerVictoria Liu, Administrative AssistantNatalie Tam, Administrative AssistantSi Jia Wen, Administrative Assistant

Brenda Wai Tai Ho, Bookkeeper

Department Heads

Rita Attrot, PianoAdolf Liu, Winds

Tiffany Lee, Theory Lambroula Pappas, Voice

Linda Musaraj, StringsRobert Rozek, Director of Strings

and International relations

BCCM Foundation Board Members

Christian G. Meyers, ChairmanWinfried Rompf, Secretary/Treasurer

Tiffany Lee, DirectorBrenda Wai Tai Ho, Director

Rita Attrot, DirectorAngela Yu-Chan, Director

Josef Otto, Director

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British Columbia Conservatory of Music

Adjudicators, Examiners and Clinicians

Melanie Adams, VoiceKeiko Alexander, PianoRachel Anderson, Piano

Rita Attrot, PianoGeorge Bayntun, PianoAndrea Brown, Piano

Marie Cahill, PianoMary Ann Cayetano, Piano

Grace Chan, VoicePavel Chiriac, Violin

Bernie Duerksen, PianoJoseph Elworthy, Cello

Cynthia Goddard, PianoSheila Hardy, Piano

Phyllis Heppner, PianoMadeline Hope, PianoMarla Mayson, Voice

Ian Parker, PianoEllen Silverman, Piano

April Smith, PianoMeijane Quong, Piano

Win Rompf, PianoDr. Rudy Rozanski, Piano

Raul Velasco, PianoDavid Warwick, Piano

Barbara Whiticar, PianoYuri Zaidenberg, Violin

Instructors

Iris An, Violin/ViolaRita Attrot, Piano / Pedagogy

Rachel Anderson, PianoSalvo Barrale, Violin/Viola

Jan Baxendale, PianoAndrea Brown, PianoéTheoryMary Ann Cayetano, Piano

Darya Chalubeyeva, Violin/Viola/TheoryLeona Cheveldave, Piano

Pavel Chiriac, Violin/ViolaJennifer Cyr, VoiceQuyen Dao, Piano

Libby Donald, VoiceBernie Duerksen, PianoAida Gabitova, Piano

Shantha Gunasekera, PianoIan Funk, Voice

Tamara Hummel, VoiceLena Ji, Piano

Denis Khvatov, PianoElvira Lagji, Cello

Tiffany Lee, TheoryAdolf Liu, Flute

Laurie MacArthur, Piano/TheorySylvia Maltby, Piano/ Theory

Andrea Marek, Piano / TheoryChristian Meyers, Piano/TheoryLinda Musaraj, Violin/Viola

Eric North, PianoKeiko Nukui, PianoMarie Otto, Guitar

Josef Otto, Guitar EnsembleSusan Ouyang, Piano

Lambroula Pappas, VoiceGina Peck, Piano

Robyn Reekie, Double BassElisa Rolston, PianoWin Rompf, Piano

Dr. Rudy Rozanski, PianoRobert Rozek, ViolinStella Rozek, Voice

Carly Sigurdson, PianoDavid Sossa, Guitar

Leona Steynen, Piano/TheoryKarin Wang, Piano

Christina Wong, PianoLawrence Woodall, Woodwinds

Angela Yu-Chan, PianoJessica Zuch, Jazz Piano/Voice


Music Festival 2014Volunteer Students

Jared Chiu Mandy He Joshua Jang Jake KimPalig Kochkrian Angelina Lagunzad Mary Lai Amber LeJennifer Leung Sharon Li Debby Lo Shyla MaharajDaniel Nguyen Kiryall Parfyonov Raven Ren

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Thank you!to all participating teachers…


Music Festival Participating Teachers

Keiko AlexanderGaye AlcottLorraine AmbroseIris AnRita AttrotJohnson AnbrinaRachel AndersonMark AndersonSalvo BarraleJan BaxendaleGeorge BayntunLori BennettAndrea BiedermannMarianna BiloborodovaKathleen BjorsethDunja BohincMartha BrickmanJean BrownCatherine BundtSunny ByunMary Ann CayetanoTiffany ChanBetty ChanVivian ChanIsabelle Chan-EmeryJennie ChenMargaret ChenVanessa CheungLeona CheveldavePavel ChiriacCandice ChiuConnie ChiuKaren ChiuRoseanna ChuJennifer CyrQuyen DaoNancy Di NovoSvjetlana DjordanCarla DodekErin DorferCynthia DengBernie Duerksen

Kevin DugganGlaucia FadigasIrina FaletskiBetty FengCarolyn FinlayBlair GalstonAida GabitovaShantha GunasekeraHelen HallTed HeskethMiMi HoRosa HongMadeline HopeMei Yee HuiRuth Huang-SuzukiMing HuangSherry HsuJoan HurstDaphne HwangDomagoj IvanovicRachel IwaasaStanton JackIsaac Juarez-FloresAnbrina JohnsonRick JohnsonSamantha JohnsonDenis KhvatovJoy KimHyeYoung KimSylvia KimYuan KongChristopher LamCatherine LaubMabel LawCharles LeeHilda LeeLiz LeeMonica LeeTiffany LeeKaren Lee-MorlangCarrie LeungCindy Leung

Jamie LeungKristy LewisXiao LiVincent LiSusan LimCharlene LinSabrina LinCharmaine LiuKaren LouieLaurie MacArthurChristina MadaraszSylvia MaltbyAndrea MarekRalph MarkhemChristian MeyersYoonLee Moon Linda MusarajChristina NguyenMarie OttoLambroula PappasHyeajung ParkKarin PlatoManti PoonColin PridyMaureen RamsbottomAlina RaskinTeresa RichertPatricia RolstonWin RompfKathryn RoweRudy RozanskiAnna ShishkovJennifer SilverEllen SilvermanDarian SimmonsEugene SkovorodnikovRaya SmertinaVictoria SmusDerek SterlingDonna SymonsDiane SzarapkaMonica Tam

LayTuan TanMary TicknerGloria ToTatiana TyulenevaDorothy UytengsuDavid VandereykErin VanKootenAgnes WanJane WangJoanne Wang Karin WangShuana WangJuan WangHelen WardDan Wardrope Yelena WatsonBarry WaterlowLois WeningerHailey WongJoyce Wong Karen Wong Praise WongChristina WongClarie WuKaren WuWendy WuLi XiaoCecilia XuRyo YanagitaniLydia YangJessica YeTerry YehAouda YenRebecca YewWan Na YinAnna YinWan Na YinPeggy YipAngela Yu Judy Zhao

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Andrea Brown –Andrea Brown, ARCT, BCRMTA, is an associate piano teacher of the Royal Conservatory of Music of Toronto, and is a registered teacher of British Columbia. Ms Brown has been teaching for the past 25 years, andstudents have achieved outstanding results in piano competitions and examinations.teaching piano classes for preschool children and holds a specialist diploma for the Kelly Kirby Method. After receiving her ARCT, AndMaster Classes with some of Vancouver’s most gifted pedagogues. Some of these include, Edward Parker, Win Rompf, Ellen Silverman, Ian Parker, among others. Her love her studies, furthering her learning of advanced repertoire and pedagogy. Active throughout the province, Andrea

has had the pleasure of judging for Scholarships at the Kelowna Community Music School asdisciplines of piano, strings, and voice. Also, she has adjudicated for many years for the Chancellor Music Festival, KiwanisFestival (Penticton), and BCCM. Currently Andrea maintains a very busy private studio iKelowna Community Music School. Always happy to visit her home town, Andrea is excited to share her experstise with the BCCM participants.

Jonathan Der Jonathan Der, violinist, conductor, chamber musvarious orchestras, giving chamber and solo recitals in Vancouver, Toronto, Montreal, New York, Japan, Hong Kong, and Taiwan. He has given master classes in respected Universities such as Wilfrid LauriMcGill and Indiana. He has served as conductor of the Royal Conservatory Chamber Orchestra in Toronto, Indiana University Summer String Festival Orchestra, Maine Symphony Orchestra, Richmond Orchestra. A Graduate with a Masters Degree in Violin Perform

was appointed Assistant Instructor of Prof. Mauricio Fuks (at I.U.) where he gave regular technique classes and master classes to undergraduate and graduate students. His interest in chamber music has led him to studymusicians such as Prof. Rostislav Dubinsky (first violinist of Borodin Quartet) and Prof. Gyorgy Sebok. Jonathan has played as concertmaster in several orchestras under world renowned conductors such as Maestro Kurt Mazur, Christophe Eschenbach and Myung-Whun Chung. He has served as the string department head of the Merriam School of Music in Oakville, Ontario, the music director of St. Alban’s Anglican Church in Richmond, BC and the conductor of Maine Symphony Orchestra at the Medomak Summer Conducting Festival in 2010. He is currently the assistant conductor of the Delta Youth Orchestra, String Coach and Chamber Coach.

Bernard Duerksen Mr. Duerksen’s training included studies with Hilda Reimer, Peter KatinBracey, and composers Peterconcerto work. Performance highlights include numerous solo recitals at the Vancouver Art Gallery where he played the Preludes of Messiaen, Visions Fugitives by Prokofiev, and Tippett Sonata No.2. In 1991 he was honoured to work with Jean Coulthard in preparation for the world premiere performance of Image Terrestre. In the mid 1990's, Mr. Duerksen learned the 32 sonataconcertos 3 and 4. His six

Schubert's Die Winterreise at the 1993 International Schubert Conference and Festivfounded, directed and performed in "Simply Piano Recitals", a series of eight piano recitals with Martin Humphreys. In 2003 he played piano duos of Rachmaninov Symphonic Dances, Brahms Haydn Variatrecordings for CBC radio and is also an accomplished organist.Music where he played quintets by Brahms, Dvorak, Schumann and Martinu witseason he will play Trios by Beethoven and Schumann at Douglas College and again for West Coast Chamber Music.is a graduate of UBC with a MMus degree. He has been actively teaching and athe January 2013 New York International Artists’ Association Competition (Age 15in February. Mr. Duerksen is also recently the hand double for

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Andrea Brown, ARCT, BCRMTA, is an associate piano teacher of the Royal Conservatory of Music of Toronto, and is a registered teacher of British Columbia. Ms Brown has been teaching for the past 25 years, andstudents have achieved outstanding results in piano competitions and examinations.teaching piano classes for preschool children and holds a specialist diploma for the Kelly Kirby Method. After receiving her ARCT, Andrea continued to receive extensive training for many years through private instruction and Master Classes with some of Vancouver’s most gifted pedagogues. Some of these include, Edward Parker, Win Rompf, Ellen Silverman, Ian Parker, among others. Her love of teaching and passion for music led her to continue her studies, furthering her learning of advanced repertoire and pedagogy. Active throughout the province, Andrea

has had the pleasure of judging for Scholarships at the Kelowna Community Music School as well the Vernon Music School in the disciplines of piano, strings, and voice. Also, she has adjudicated for many years for the Chancellor Music Festival, KiwanisFestival (Penticton), and BCCM. Currently Andrea maintains a very busy private studio in Kelowna BC, and is a faculty member at the Kelowna Community Music School. Always happy to visit her home town, Andrea is excited to share her experstise with the BCCM

Jonathan Der – ViolinJonathan Der, violinist, conductor, chamber musician and church organist has appeared as soloist with various orchestras, giving chamber and solo recitals in Vancouver, Toronto, Montreal, New York, Japan, Hong Kong, and Taiwan. He has given master classes in respected Universities such as Wilfrid LauriMcGill and Indiana. He has served as conductor of the Royal Conservatory Chamber Orchestra in Toronto, Indiana University Summer String Festival Orchestra, Maine Symphony Orchestra, Richmond Orchestra. A Graduate with a Masters Degree in Violin Performance from Indiana University, Mr. Der

was appointed Assistant Instructor of Prof. Mauricio Fuks (at I.U.) where he gave regular technique classes and master classes to undergraduate and graduate students. His interest in chamber music has led him to studymusicians such as Prof. Rostislav Dubinsky (first violinist of Borodin Quartet) and Prof. Gyorgy Sebok. Jonathan has played as concertmaster in several orchestras under world renowned conductors such as Maestro Kurt Mazur, Christophe

Whun Chung. He has served as the string department head of the Merriam School of Music in Oakville, Ontario, the music director of St. Alban’s Anglican Church in Richmond, BC and the conductor of Maine

ummer Conducting Festival in 2010. He is currently the assistant conductor of the Delta Youth Orchestra, String Coach and Chamber Coach.

Bernard Duerksen – PianoMr. Duerksen’s training included studies with Hilda Reimer, Peter Katin, Jane Coop, Robin Wood, JohnBracey, and composers Peter-Paul Koprowski and Gerhard Wuensch. He is experienced in solo, chamber and concerto work. Performance highlights include numerous solo recitals at the Vancouver Art Gallery where he

Preludes of Messiaen, Visions Fugitives by Prokofiev, and Tippett Sonata No.2. In 1991 he was honoured to work with Jean Coulthard in preparation for the world premiere performance of Image Terrestre. In the mid 1990's, Mr. Duerksen learned the 32 sonatas of Beethoven and performed many of them, as well as piano concertos 3 and 4. His six-year collaboration with baritone Glen Harder culminated with an invitation to perform

Schubert's Die Winterreise at the 1993 International Schubert Conference and Festival at the University of Victoria. In 2001 he cofounded, directed and performed in "Simply Piano Recitals", a series of eight piano recitals with Martin Humphreys. In 2003 he played piano duos of Rachmaninov Symphonic Dances, Brahms Haydn Variations, Lutoslawski Paganini Variations. He has made recordings for CBC radio and is also an accomplished organist. Mr. Duerksen performed on the last 4 seasons of West Coast Chamber Music where he played quintets by Brahms, Dvorak, Schumann and Martinu with members of the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra. This season he will play Trios by Beethoven and Schumann at Douglas College and again for West Coast Chamber Music.is a graduate of UBC with a MMus degree. He has been actively teaching and adjudicating for 31 years. His student Ben Su placed 1st in the January 2013 New York International Artists’ Association Competition (Age 15-17 Category), and will be performing in Carnegie Hall in February. Mr. Duerksen is also recently the hand double for John Lithgow playing Bach in the movie Rise of the Planet of the Apes.

2014 Adjudicators

Andrea Brown, ARCT, BCRMTA, is an associate piano teacher of the Royal Conservatory of Music of Toronto, and is a registered teacher of British Columbia. Ms Brown has been teaching for the past 25 years, and many of her students have achieved outstanding results in piano competitions and examinations. Ms Brown began her career teaching piano classes for preschool children and holds a specialist diploma for the Kelly Kirby Method. After

rea continued to receive extensive training for many years through private instruction and Master Classes with some of Vancouver’s most gifted pedagogues. Some of these include, Edward Parker, Win

of teaching and passion for music led her to continue her studies, furthering her learning of advanced repertoire and pedagogy. Active throughout the province, Andrea

well the Vernon Music School in the disciplines of piano, strings, and voice. Also, she has adjudicated for many years for the Chancellor Music Festival, Kiwanis Music

n Kelowna BC, and is a faculty member at the Kelowna Community Music School. Always happy to visit her home town, Andrea is excited to share her experstise with the BCCM

ician and church organist has appeared as soloist with various orchestras, giving chamber and solo recitals in Vancouver, Toronto, Montreal, New York, Japan, Hong Kong, and Taiwan. He has given master classes in respected Universities such as Wilfrid Laurier, McGill and Indiana. He has served as conductor of the Royal Conservatory Chamber Orchestra in Toronto, Indiana University Summer String Festival Orchestra, Maine Symphony Orchestra, Richmond

ance from Indiana University, Mr. Der was appointed Assistant Instructor of Prof. Mauricio Fuks (at I.U.) where he gave regular technique classes and master classes to undergraduate and graduate students. His interest in chamber music has led him to study with distinguished musicians such as Prof. Rostislav Dubinsky (first violinist of Borodin Quartet) and Prof. Gyorgy Sebok. Jonathan has played as concertmaster in several orchestras under world renowned conductors such as Maestro Kurt Mazur, Christophe

Whun Chung. He has served as the string department head of the Merriam School of Music in Oakville, Ontario, the music director of St. Alban’s Anglican Church in Richmond, BC and the conductor of Maine

ummer Conducting Festival in 2010. He is currently the assistant conductor of the

, Jane Coop, Robin Wood, John-Paul He is experienced in solo, chamber and

concerto work. Performance highlights include numerous solo recitals at the Vancouver Art Gallery where he Preludes of Messiaen, Visions Fugitives by Prokofiev, and Tippett Sonata No.2. In 1991 he was

honoured to work with Jean Coulthard in preparation for the world premiere performance of Image Terrestre. In s of Beethoven and performed many of them, as well as piano

year collaboration with baritone Glen Harder culminated with an invitation to perform al at the University of Victoria. In 2001 he co-

founded, directed and performed in "Simply Piano Recitals", a series of eight piano recitals with Martin Humphreys. In 2003 and 2004 ions, Lutoslawski Paganini Variations. He has made

Mr. Duerksen performed on the last 4 seasons of West Coast Chamber h members of the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra. This

season he will play Trios by Beethoven and Schumann at Douglas College and again for West Coast Chamber Music. Bernard Duerksen djudicating for 31 years. His student Ben Su placed 1st in

and will be performing in Carnegie Hall John Lithgow playing Bach in the movie Rise of the Planet of the Apes.

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2014 Adjudicators

Dr. Rudy Rozanski – PianoRudy Mark Rozanski has performed solo and chamber music concerts in Canada and the United States. He has been the concerto soloist with conductors such as Kazuyoshi Akiyama, Bruce Dunn and David Hoyt. His broadcast performances include Tchaikovsky's Concerto in Bb, Rachmaninoff's Second Piano Concerto, and Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue. He has also released a CD of piano miniatures entitled Reflections of Childhood. Rozanski was the first artist to receive a Doctorate of Music (Piano) from a Canadian University. His teachers included Gyorgy Sebok, Menahem Pressler, Harold Zabrack, John Perry, Robert Silverman and Henry Waack. He also worked with George Crumb, Toru Takemitsu, Elly Ameling, Maureen Forester, Daniel Pollak, Judith Forst and Janos Starker. In the course of his studies he received numerous awards, including several Banff Centre Scholarships and Killam Pre-doctoral

scholarships. Rudy Mark Rozanski is also a composer and arranger of acoustic and electronic music. His work in video and short film includes the films Belated and The Golden Smile, the environmental documentary Estuaries of the Georgia Strait, and the historical program Tsitslatsa. Rozanski's music also provides the underscoring to the Touch the Sky Project. Rudy Rozanski is currently a piano and theory instructor at Capilano University and Director of Examinations for the British Columbia Conservatory. He adjudicates throughout Canada and continues to give piano master classes and composition workshops.

Ellen Silverman – PianoEllen Silverman, pianist, has concertized throughout North America, including New York, Pittsburgh, Rochester, Syracuse and Milwaukee. She has performed often in Vancouver as soloist and chamber player and has been heard on the CBC in both capacities. She has appeared with her husband, Robert Silverman, performing the four‑hand and two‑piano literature throughout British Columbia, in the Far East and recently with the Northeastern Philharmonic Orchestra of Pennsylvania. She also is a frequent collaborator of French flutist Isabelle Chapuis. A graduate of the renowned Eastman School of Music, Ellen Silverman holds a Master’s degree from Syracuse University. Her teachers have included Leonard Shure, Eugene List and Frank Glazer. She is now retired after 30

years but was the Coordinator of the Piano Department at Douglas College in New Westminster, B.C. She has served on the summer faculty of the University of British Columbia, and for many years chaired the piano faculty of the Courtenay Youth Music Centre. She also maintains an active private studio in Vancouver, and has adjudicated virtually every music festival in the province. She and renowned trumpeter Ed Lewis have just released a CD entitled Contemporary Music for Trumpet and Piano.

Donna Symons – PianoDonna Symons began her formal piano studies with Glen Geary in Vancouver and had further training with pianists Lee Kum Sing, Enrica Cavallo-Gulli, Zadel Skolovsky, and Leonard Hokanson. She completed her Doctor of Musical Arts studies in piano, chamber music and pedagogy at the Indiana University School of Music where she also earned a Master of Music in piano performance. Her Bachelor of Music is from the University of British Columbia. Dr. Symons has performed in numerous Master Classes given by acclaimed artists such as Guido Agosti, Gyorgy Sebok, Pinchas Zukerman and Isaac Stern. As a chamber pianist her extensive collaborations have included recitals with Joseph Gingold, and the Audubon and Purcell String

Quartets. She has recorded for CBC in Canada and PBS and NPR in the United States. Her adjudicating has encompassed competitions and festivals in Western Canada and in the Mid-West and Southern United States, including the Bartok International Piano Competition. She has been an associate instructor at Indiana University School of Music. She currently teaches piano and is active as an adjudicator, examiner and clinician.

Tatiana Tyuleneva – PianoShe began her studies early in life in her native Russia, completing her Bachelor degree at the Simferopol College of music, being recognized as the best graduate student of the year. After successfully completing her Master’s Degree at Nizhny Novgorod State Conservatory of Music , where she received the highest marks of her class, she became a sought after pianist and piano collaborator and teacher in Moscow. In 2005 she moved to Vancouver. She enjoys working with children of all ages and abilities, mentoring them to develop their talent and inspiring their love of music. Many of her students have participated in festivals and competitions in both

Canada and USA, winning many awards and prizes. She is a core member of the Vancouver Piano Ensemble and has performed in North America, Europe and Asia to wide acclaim. Her love for the piano and for collaborative involvement in various musical forms is evident. She welcomes any opportunity to share her art with students, colleagues and audiences.

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2014 Adjudicators

Raul Velasco – PianoRaul Velasco attended the Indiana University School of Music, where he obtained his Bachelor of Music and Master of Music degrees in pianoperformance and his Doctorate in piano and pedagogy. His primary teachers have included South American pianist Teresa Quesada, and American pianists Zadel Skolovsky and Leonard Hokanson. Dr. Velasco has performed in masterclasses and workshops given by renowned artists such as Gyorgy Sandor, Emanual Ax, Isaac Stern, and Jean-Pierre Rampal, among others. His orchestral engagements and solo recitals in South and Central America and in the United States include television appearances and radio broadcasts. As a clinician, Dr. Velasco has given numerous workshops and master classes and he has

adjudicated festivals and competitions in Canada and the United States. Raul is currently active as an examiner and teacher as well as an adjudicator in music competitions.

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Procedures and Regulations

General

The BCCM Music Festival is open to the public.

Complete only one entry form for each candidate and list all the classes on the same entry form.

Candidates are permitted to enter one piece that is up to two grades higher than their current grade level.

Each participating teacher will be mailed a hard copy of the program, for which there is no charge. The program will also be available online.

Entry forms may be faxed or mailed to the BCCM office. Any entry form that is postmarked or faxed on orbefore the closing date will be accepted.

Once entry forms are received by BCCM they may not be withdrawn.

No refunds are issued to a performer who fails to appear for their scheduled performance.

Fee extensions may be granted in the cases of a medical emergency, however a letter from a physician is required.

There will be a charge of $35.00 for NSF cheques.

Late entries are accepted at the discretion of BCCM Music Festival.

With the exception of the concert group, students may enter only one composition per class.

Special requests will be accommodated wherever possible but such accommodation cannot be guaranteed.

Photocopies of © copywritten music will not be accepted. Downloaded sheet music that is in the PUBLICDOMAIN is acceptable provided it is presented in a three-ring binder or other similar form of binding

All music must include printed or handwritten measure numbers.

Entry Forms and Payment of Fees

“Direct Entry” online application system

Registration for the festival may be completed entirely online including student and teacher information, all pieces to be performed and fee payment, go to: www.bccmusic.ca

ORMail, Bring or Fax Entry Forms

Download and print the PDF application form. The entry form and full payment can be mailed to, faxed(604-299-6418) or dropped off at the BCCM office.

Payment Information

Payment may be made via Cash, Visa, Master Card, or Cheque payable to BCCM. DO NOT Mail Cash . Full payment must be included with the entry form.

Cheques should be dated the day the entry form is submitted. Postdated cheques will not be accepted. If there is more than ONE performer per family entering the festival, ONE payment may be issued to cover the combined total amount required.

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Festival Awards, Marks & Scholarships

Certificates and Medallions

A Gold, Silver, or Bronze certificate is issued to all participants of any given class.

Gold 88 and Above Silver 84 - 87 Bronze 80 - 83

The certificates represent a performance achievement.The Gold, Silver and Bronze certificates do not indicate a 1st, 2nd, or 3rd place standing in a class.

Certificates and Medallions

There is no set number of Gold, Silver, or Bronze certificates allotted for each class. By way of example: in a class of ten students, five may receive Gold certificates and the remainder may receive Silver and Bronze. The student with the highest Gold wins the class and the “winner” will receive a medallion in recognition of their achievement. In the event there is no Gold certificate awarded in the class, there will be no winner.

A medallion is awarded to each class winner. If a student is the winner in more than one class, the number of classes won will be indicated on the medallion. Medallions are awarded at the Honors Recital and Awards Ceremony held at the conclusion of the Festival.

Scholarships

The funds received by scholarship winners may be used at the discretion of the recipient. The recipient is not required to use the funds at a designated institution or organization.

IMPORTANT

Scholarship recipients are determined by averaging the two highest marks obtained in all classes entered.

Marks will not be announced. The marks awarded during the class will be indicated on the comment sheet that is given to each performer at the conclusion of the class. Marks will be kept privately by the adjudicator on a tabulation sheet, which in turn will be submitted to the BCCM Music Festival Office where they will be held in confidence. The marks will be subsequently averaged for each student from each class to determine the Scholarship winner. The class winner will be posted on the BCCM festival website within 24 hours of the completion of each class.

Keeper Trophy

Scholarship recipients will be awarded a personal keeper trophy for display in their homes.

Perpetual Trophy

The name of the winner for each category will be placed on a perpetual trophy which will remain on display at the Conservatory.

In order to qualify for a scholarship a student must entera minimum of THREE solo classes or

ONE concert group class and ONE solo class

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Piano

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Repertoire and Adjudicator Comments

Repertoire Repertoire may be chosen from the British Columbia Conservatory of Music, Royal Conservatory of Music or

Conservatory Canada Syllabus. Participants are allowed one piece of their own choice that is not listed in the above mentioned sources;

suitability of era and difficulty is expected. All performers must bring an original score and present it to the adjudicator when they are called. Photocopies of © copywritten music will not be accepted. Downloaded sheet music that is in the

PUBLIC DOMAIN is acceptable provided it is presented in a three-ring binder or another similar form of binding and, the music must include printed or handwritten measure numbers.

Memorization is required for all Repertoire. With the exception of diploma level etudes, studies do not need to be memorized.

Adjudicator Comments Each candidate will receive a written critique of their performance and verbal comments will

take place at the conclusion of each class.

Age of Participants for Piano Classes Participants in Pre Grade 1 to Diploma classes must be under 20 years of age as of May 1st 2015. Participants who are 20 years old and above, as of May 1st 2015, must participate in the

Adult class – ADULT300 (see page 17)

Pre Grade 1 Time Limit Fee

Class 100A 5 mins 20.00

This class will take the form of a “mini-recital” or Concert Group. Performers are required to play a minimum of three to a maximum of five selections.

Performers will be judged on all pieces played and given ONE overall performance mark and will be awarded ONE certificate.

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PianoJunior: Grades 1 - 4

Class Time Limit Fee Class Time Limit Fee

Class 101A 3 mins 21.00 Class 103A 3 mins 21.00Grade 1 List A Grade 3 List A

Class 101B 3 mins 21.00 Class 103B 3 mins 21.00Grade 1 List B Grade 3 List B

Class 101C 3 mins 21.00 Class 103C 3 mins 21.00Grade 1 List C Grade 3 List C

Class 101S 3 mins 21.00 Class 103S 3 mins 21.00Grade 1 Study Grade 3 Study





Intermediate: Grades 5 – 8









Class 106S 4 mins 22.00 Class 108D 5 mins 23.00Grade 6 Study Grade 8 List D

Class 108S 5 mins 23.00Grade 8 Study

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PianoSenior: Grade 9 - Diploma


Class 109A 6 mins 24.00 Class 110E 12 mins 24.00Grade 9 List A Grade 10 List E* See notes belowClass 109B 12 mins 24.00 Class 110S 12 mins 24.00Grade 9 List B Grade 10 Study

Class 109C 10 mins 24.00Grade 9 List C

Class 109D 10 mins 24.00 DiplomaGrade 9 List D Class 200A

Diploma Level List A 12 mins 26.00Grade 109S 10 mins 24.00 * See notes belowGrade 9 Study

Class 201BDiploma Level List B 22 mins 26.00

Class 110A 10 mins 24.00 ** See notes belowGrade 10 List A* See notes below Class 202C

Diploma Level List C 12 mins 26.00Class 110B 18 mins 24.00Grade 10 List B Class 203D ** See notes below Diploma Level List D 12 mins 26.00

Class 110C 12 mins 24.00Grade 10 List C Class 204E

Diploma Level List E 12 mins 26.00Class 110D 12 mins 24.00Grade 10 List D Class 204S

Diploma Level Etude 12 mins 26.00

** Sonatas The combination and number of movements to be played in ANY Sonata class are the same as those

listed in the BCCM or RCM Piano Syllabus and must be adhered to in order for the student to be eligible to “win” the class or qualify for a scholarship.

A student may enter this class and play only one movement and receive a full critique of their performance like all of the other performers however, the candidate will not qualify to “win” the class nor will the mark received be eligible for inclusion in the tabulation of marks for scholarship.

* Bach Prelude and Fugue If a performer has chosen a selection from the Well Tempered Clavier by J.S. Bach for this class, both the

Prelude and the Fugue must be played to qualify to “win” the class or to qualify for a scholarship. A student may enter this class and play only the Prelude or the Fugue and receive a full critique of their

performance however, the candidate will not qualify to “win” the class nor will the mark received be eligible for inclusion in the tabulation of marks for scholarship.

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PianoCanadian Composers

Grade Class Time Limit Fee 1 - 2 CCOM701 3 mins 21.003 - 4 CCOM702 3 mins 21.005 - 6 CCOM703 4 mins 22.007 - 8 CCOM704 6 mins 23.009 -10 CCOM705 10 mins 24.00Diploma CCOM706 12 mins 26.00

Popular Repertoire Classes

Popular Repertoire may be chosen from the RCM Popular List. Arrangements are accepted and must be placed in the appropriate grade/class.

Grade Class Time Limit Fee 3 - 4 Pop 134 4 mins 21.005 - 6 Pop 156 5 mins 22.007 - 8 Pop 178 5 mins 23.009 Pop 109 6 mins 24.00

Concert Group Class


Class 101CG Class 107CGGrade 1 8 mins 34.00 Grade 7 12 mins 40.00

Class 102CG Class 108CGGrade 2 8 mins 34.00 Grade 8 12 mins 40.00 Class 103CG Class 109CGGrade 3 8 mins 36.00 Grade 9 18 mins 44.00

Class 104CG Class 110CGGrade 4 8 mins 36.00 Grades 10 24 mins 48.00

*** See notes belowClass 105CG Grade 5 10 mins 38.00 Class 200CG

Diploma 26 mins 52.00Class 106CG *** See notes belowGrade 6 10 mins 38.00

Studies are NOT accepted in any concert group, except at the diploma level.

*** Grade 10 and Diploma Level Concert Group ClassesFor Grade 10 and Diploma Level Group Classes, one or more movements of a sonata or multi-movement works may be omitted in order to remain within the time limits for the class.

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PianoPiano Ensemble

(2 to 4 performers at one or two pianos)++ See notes below

Junior JR706 PEGrade 1 – 4 7 mins 40.00

Intermediate INT706 PEGrade 5 – 8 9 mins 42.00

Advanced Sr706 PE Grades 9 to Diploma 11 mins 44.00

++ Piano Ensemble This class will encourage piano students to enjoy repertoire available when playing together with one or moreother students. Available repertoire is plenty; pieces chosen should be originally written for either piano duets or trios. Arrangements are not to be used.

Since most ensemble repertoire is not clearly graded, careful consideration when choosing the class level is advised.

Concerto for Piano & Orchestra (Second Piano)

Age Class Time Limit Fee 10 & Under PCON501 15 mins 32.0011 – 12 PCON502 15 mins 32.0013 – 14 PCON503 20 mins 36.0015 – 16 PCON504 20 mins 36.0017 – 18 PCON505 20 mins 36.0019 & Above PCON506 25 mins 40.00

The determining date of the candidates’ age for these classes will be May 1st 2015. Participants may play one movement or a complete miniature work but must stay within the allotted

time. A medallion will be awarded to the player who receives the highest mark in each of classes

PCON501, PCON502, PCON503, PCON504, PCON505, PCON506. A scholarship of $75.00 plus a personal trophy will be awarded to the performer who achieves the

highest mark of all classes.

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PianoAdult Class

This class is open to students who have not yet received a diploma in piano. The selection(s)entered in this class may be from Grade 6 to diploma level.

Performers may enter ONE to THREE selections. Each selection will be critiqued separately. The performer who receives the highest mark for any single composition will be deemed the

class winner. (A Gold Certificate Standard of 88 and higher is required).

Grade Class Time Limit Fee

6 – 7 AD 301 10 mins 36.008 – 9 AD 302 15 mins 40.0010 – Diploma AD 303 24 mins 44.00

If a candidate enters ONE selection:they will be awarded a certificate for their performance and are eligible to “win” the class for receiving the highest mark for a single performance, but they do not qualify for a scholarship.

If a candidate enters TWO or THREE selections: they will be awarded a certificate for their performance and they are eligible to “win” the class and, qualify for a scholarship.

Post-Diploma Class - Open Time Limit FeePDC 400 30 mins 52.00

Age Restriction: None Participants in this class may not compete in any other class in the festival. This class is open to those who are post-diploma students and who are seeking new opportunities

to compete and perform advanced piano repertoire. In other words, they have completed a piano diploma such as BCCM Licentiate Performance Diploma (LBCM) or the RCM ARCT Performers Diploma (ARCT) or, an equivalent diploma or degree.

This class will take the form of a concert group class consisting of selections from different eras. Performance pieces may be extracted from a single multi-movement work such as a Sonata or they may be stand alone works. The only restriction is the 30-minute time limit, which must be respected.

Repertoire may be selected from the BCCM, LRSM or RCM syllabus at the Licentiate, ARCT, or higher levels such as the BCCM Fellowship or LRSM Fellowship.

Resource Syllabi : BCCM Licentiate Performance or Fellowship, RCM Performers, LRSM Licentiate or Fellowship or, an own choice not currently listed, equal in difficulty and substance. This class is subject to scholarship however, the disbursement of such is contingent upon a minimum gold standing (88 marks) being awarded by the adjudicator.

Post Diploma Class Scholarships: 1st place: $3002nd place: $200

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Class Details

These classes are based on any recognized syllabus in North America. Competitors must provide their own accompanist, arrange rehearsal times, provide the accompanist with an original copy of their selection and are responsible for the accompanist’s payment. An original score is required for both the accompanist and the adjudicator. Students may inquire at the BCCM office for the provision of a qualified pianist. Rates will be discussed at the time of request.

Applicants for the following classes should note the details below. Time limits must be respected.

Baroque Composers

The applicants may perform any Baroque piece for violin solo, or violin and piano. No concertos are to be entered in this class. In the case of suites or sonatas, several movements may be performed in accordance with the appropriate level examination syllabus.

Classical Era Compositions

For Sonatas and Sonatinas by composers of the Classical Era (1750 - 1800). Normally only one movement may be entered, with the exception where the movements are very short. Time limits must be respected.

Concerto Class

Concertos are to be performed in accordance with any recognized syllabus. It is important to respect time limits.

Romantic and Post Romantic Style Compositions

To decide inclusion of a work in this section, the style of the composition, not merely the birth/death dates of the composer is to be considered. For example, Sibelius who lived well into the 20th century is considered a Romantic composer.

Twentieth Century to Present

This class is for works that are contemporary in style and written post 1900 and will include Impressionistic, atonal and various ethnic works that came out of the years following 1900 AD.

Canadian Composers

Inclusion here is any Canadian composer, regardless of historical period.

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StringsRepertoire

Repertoire may be chosen from any recognized syllabus available in North America. Participants are allowed ONE piece of their own choice that is not listed in the aforementioned sources. Suitability of era and difficulty is expected. All repertoire should be memorized by the performer.

Please note: Students may only enter one piece per class.

Classes and Fees

Baroque & Classical Era Composers

Class Time Limit Fee

Class V-14Grades 1 to 4 8 mins 21.00

Class V-58Grades 5 to 8 9 mins 23.00

Class V-9Grades 9 to Diploma 10 mins 25.00

Concerto

Class V-CON-001212 & under 10 mins 23.00

Class V-CON-131513 to 15 years old 12 mins 25.00

Class V-CON-001616 & above 14 mins 27.00

Romantic, Post-Romantic Style, Twentieth Century and Canadian Composers

Class V-14RTCGrade 1 to 4 8 mins 21.00

Class V-58RTCGrade 5 to 8 9 mins 23.00

Class V-9RTCGrade 9 to Diploma 10 mins 25.00

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GuitarClass Details

These classes are based on any recognized syllabus in North America.

Applicants for the following classes should note the details below. Time limits must be respected.

Baroque Compositions

The applicants may perform any Baroque piece for guitar solo. In the case of suites or sonatas, several movements may be performed in accordance with the appropriate level examination syllabus.

Classical Compositions

This class is for performances of Sonatas and Sonatinas by composers of the Classical Era (1780 - 1850). Normally only one movement may be entered, with the exception where the movements are very short. Time limits must be respected.

Romantic and Post Romantic Style Compositions

To decide inclusion of a work in this section, the style of the composition, not merely the birth/death dates of the composer is to be considered. For example, Sibelius who lived well into the 20th century is considered a Romantic composer.

Modern Compositions - 20th Century to Present

This class is for works that are contemporary in style including impressionistic, atonal and various ethnic works that came out of the years following 1900 AD.

Canadian Composers

Inclusion here is any Canadian composer, regardless of historical period.

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GuitarRepertoire

Repertoire may be chosen from any recognized syllabus available in North America. Participants are allowed ONE piece of their own choice that is not listed in the aforementioned sources. Suitability of era and difficulty is expected. All repertoire should be memorized.

Please note: Students may only enter one piece per class.

Classes and Fees

Baroque & Classical Era Composers

Class Time Limit Fee

Class G-14Grades 1 to 4 8 mins 21.00

Class G-58Grades 5 to 8 10 mins 23.00

Class G-9Grades 9 to Diploma 10 mins 25.00

Romantic, Post-Romantic Style, Twentieth Century and Canadian Composers

Class G-14RMCGrade 1 to 4 8 mins 21.00

Class G-58RMCGrade 5 to 8 10 mins 23.00

Class G-9RMCGrade 9 to Diploma 10 mins 25.00

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VoiceClass Details

Folk Song

Traditional songs or ballades where the original composer is unknown. Arrangements are permitted and may be sung in the original language or English translation.

Opera/Oratorio

Any aria from the operatic or oratorio repertoire. Must be sung in the original language. Performance of any recitative passages preceding the aria is optional.

Musical Theatre Selection

A selection from modern musicals, Broadway shows, or movies.

Repertoire

Any selection that is not pop, musical theatre, opera, oratorio or folk song. Includes, but is not limited to sacred songs, Canadian compositions and art songs in Italian, French, German, English or any of the other languages found in the classical song repe

Original languages are encouraged and preferred, particularly at the intermediate and senior levels. However, English translations may be performed.

Voice Class Category

The determining date of the candidates’ age for these classes

Age restriction and Fees

12 years old and under (21 13 to 16 years old ( 17 years old and above (

With the exception of

Classes and Fees

Class ClassName Code

Folk Song VO-FSOpera/Oratorio VO-OOMusical Theatre VO-MTRepertoire VO-RP

Traditional songs or ballades where the original composer is unknown. Arrangements are permitted and may be sung in the original language or English translation.

operatic or oratorio repertoire. Must be sung in the original language. Performance of any recitative passages preceding the aria is optional.

Musical Theatre Selection

A selection from modern musicals, Broadway shows, or movies.

selection that is not pop, musical theatre, opera, oratorio or folk song. Includes, but is not limited to sacred songs, Canadian compositions and art songs in Italian, French, German, English or any of the other languages found in the classical song repertoire.

Original languages are encouraged and preferred, particularly at the intermediate and senior levels. However, English translations may be performed.

The determining date of the candidates’ age for these classes will be May 1st 2015.

Age restriction and Fees

under (21.00 per class)13 to 16 years old (23.00 per class) 17 years old and above (25.00 per class)

With the exception of Opera/Oratorio all categories listed above will be offered to all ages.

Class ClassAge Age

0012 1316 OO n/a 1316 MT 0012 1316

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operatic or oratorio repertoire. Must be sung in the original language.

selection that is not pop, musical theatre, opera, oratorio or folk song. Includes, but is not limited to sacred songs, Canadian compositions and art songs in Italian, French, German,

rtoire.

Original languages are encouraged and preferred, particularly at the intermediate and senior

will be May 1st 2015.

Class code

001213161700

ll categories listed above will be offered to all ages.

Class Age

1700170017001700

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VoiceRules for Voice Candidates

All selections must be memorized.

The competitor must bring two original scores; one for the accompanist, and one for the adjudicator. Photocopies of © copywritten music will not be accepted. Downloaded sheet music that is in the PUBLIC DOMAIN is acceptable provided it is presented in a three-ring binder or other similar form of binding and, the music must include printed or handwritten measure numbers.

In the case of repertoire which is in a foreign language, original languages are encouraged andpreferred, particularly at the intermediate and senior levels. However, English translations may be performed.

The accompanying instrument to be used is piano, with the exception of folk songs, where guitars or other ethnic instruments may also be used. In the folk song category, a cappella singing is also permitted.

Competitors must provide their own accompanist, arrange rehearsal times, provide the accompanist with an original copy of their selection and are responsible for the accompanist’s payment.

A single selection may only be entered in one category.

The choice of selection must be guided by the descriptions of each category.

Candidates must adhere to all general regulations and policies of BCCM Music Festival.

Disregarding these regulations will result in disqualification of the candidate.

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