2026 Syllabus - Piano - Classical
One of the selections must have been performed at the Local Festival and received a minimum mark of 85 and the recommendation of the local Adjudicator. The second, or third, if applicable, selection(s) is the competitor's choice but must follow the rules of this category. It is important to note that, with the exception of Open Classes, pieces must be in either the current Royal Conservatory (RCM) or Conservatory Canada (CC) syllabus.
Selections must be musically contrasting. The Adjudicator will take the choice of repertoire into consideration.
All selections must be at the same grade level and at the level at which the competitor was recommended by the adjudicator. If the competitor has taken the practical portion of an exam prior to December 31st, 2025 then they cannot enter that level at the provincial live finals.
Please note that unlike RCM and CC exam requirements, both selections must be the same grade/level for the Provincial Competition.
Competitors must refer carefully to either the RCM or CC syllabus to determine how many and which movements of a selection are required (i.e. one mvt., two mvts., or complete). Failure to play the required movements could result in disqualification.
Studies/Etudes, as listed in the RCM or CC syllabi, will be permitted. However, only one (1) of the pieces selected may be a Study/Etude. Unlike RCM and CC exam requirements, popular pieces may not be substituted for studies. Popular piano pieces may not be played in the Classical Piano section.
If one selection is a sonata, at least two consecutive movements (a minuet and trio is considered one movement) must be performed, even if the RCM & CC Syllabi indicate that the complete piece is required. Playing the complete piece is optional as long as it fits into the set time limit. Please note that Concertos are not permitted in this class.
"Teacher's Choice" pieces are not permitted.
General Rules
All competitors must be an amateur. Please click here for the full definition of Amateur vs Professional: omfa.ca/amateur-vs-professional
No announcement of name or selection is permitted prior to your performance.
Live Festival - originals must be provided at the time of registration.
Virtual Festival - a pdf of the music must be uploaded at the time of registration.
It is important to note that if the Festival office has to contact you because of incomplete information (i.e. missing movements, pieces at the wrong grade level, etc.) will result in an additional $25 charge. Failure to pay the charge will result in disqualification and refunds will not be given.
All criteria listed in the OMFA General Rules (omfa.ca/festival/rules-and-regulations) must be strictly adhered to.
****All of the requirements for video submissions are detailed in the red Virtual Submission Requirements button.****
Classical Piano - Solo
| Class | Live | Virtual | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class:15101 - Classical Piano - Level 1 Competitors must perform two (2) contrasting selections from the current Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM) or Conservatory Canada (CC) syllabus. Both pieces must be at the same level that the competitor was recommended for and at least one of the pieces must have been performed at the Local Festival. Memorization is required. Time Limit: Five (5) minutes | Live:n/a | Virtual:$85.00 | Register |
| Class:15102 - Classical Piano - Level 2 Competitors must perform two (2) contrasting selections from the current Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM) or Conservatory Canada (CC) syllabus. Both pieces must be at the same level that the competitor was recommended for and at least one of the pieces must have been performed at the Local Festival. Memorization is required. Time Limit: Five (5) minutes | Live:n/a | Virtual:$85.00 | Register |
| Class:15103 - Classical Piano - Level 3 Competitors must perform two (2) contrasting selections from the current Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM) or Conservatory Canada (CC) syllabus. Both pieces must be at the same level that the competitor was recommended for and at least one of the pieces must have been performed at the Local Festival. Memorization is required. Time Limit: Eight (8) minutes | Live:n/a | Virtual:$85.00 | Register |
| Class:15104 - Classical Piano - Level 4 Competitors must perform two (2) contrasting selections from the current Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM) or Conservatory Canada (CC) syllabus. Both pieces must be at the same level that the competitor was recommended for and at least one of the pieces must have been performed at the Local Festival. Memorization is required. Time Limit: Eight (8) minutes | Live:n/a | Virtual:$85.00 | Register |
| Class:15105 - Classical Piano - Level 5 Competitors must perform two (2) contrasting selections from the current Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM) or Conservatory Canada (CC) syllabus. Both pieces must be at the same level that the competitor was recommended for and at least one of the pieces must have been performed at the Local Festival. Memorization is required. Time Limit: Ten (10) minutes | Live:n/a | Virtual:$85.00 | Register |
| Class:15106 - Classical Piano - Level 6 Competitors must perform two (2) contrasting selections from the current Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM) or Conservatory Canada (CC) syllabus. Both pieces must be at the same level that the competitor was recommended for and at least one of the pieces must have been performed at the Local Festival. Memorization is required. Time Limit: Ten (10) minutes | Live:$150.00 | Virtual:n/a | Register |
| Class:15107 - Classical Piano - Level 7 Competitors must perform two (2) contrasting selections from the current Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM) or Conservatory Canada (CC) syllabus. Both pieces must be at the same level that the competitor was recommended for and at least one of the pieces must have been performed at the Local Festival. Memorization is required. Time Limit: Fifteen (15) minutes | Live:$150.00 | Virtual:n/a | Register |
| Class:15108 - Classical Piano - Level 8 Competitors must perform two (2) contrasting selections from the current Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM) or Conservatory Canada (CC) syllabus. Both pieces must be at the same level that the competitor was recommended for and at least one of the pieces must have been performed at the Local Festival. Memorization is required. Time Limit: Twenty-Five (25) minutes | Live:$150.00 | Virtual:n/a | Register |
| Class:15109 - Classical Piano - Level 9 Competitors must perform two (2) contrasting selections from the current Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM) or Conservatory Canada (CC) syllabus. Both pieces must be at the same level that the competitor was recommended for and at least one of the pieces must have been performed at the Local Festival. Memorization is required. Time Limit: Twenty-Five (25) minutes | Live:$150.00 | Virtual:n/a | Register |
| Class:15110 - Classical Piano - Level 10 Competitors must perform two (2) contrasting selections from the current Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM) or Conservatory Canada (CC) syllabus. Both pieces must be at the same level that the competitor was recommended for and at least one of the pieces must have been performed at the Local Festival. Memorization is required. Time Limit: Thirty-Five (35) minutes | Live:$175.00 | Virtual:n/a | Register |
| Class:15111 - Classical Piano - Open A minimum of two (2) contrasting pieces are required, however, you may add a third piece if it fits within the prescribed time limit of 45 minutes. If one selection is a sonata, at least two consecutive movements (a minuet and trio is considered one movement) must be performed, even if the RCM & CC Syllabi indicate that the complete piece is required. Playing the complete piece is optional as long as it fits into the set time limit. Please note that Concertos are not permitted in this class. Open Level competitors must be performing at the ARCT/A.Mus. level or above but do not have to have attained their associate degree. • Level 10 pieces and below are not permitted in this category. • Pieces do not need to be listed in the RCM or CC syllabi. Memorization is required. Minimum Performance Time: Fifteen (15) minutes Maximum Performance Limit: Forty-Five (45) minutes | Live:$200.00 | Virtual:n/a | Register |
| Class:15112 - Classical Piano - Adults - Ages 29 and Above Adult Classes are open to any amateur competitor 29 years of age and over. Competitors must perform two (2) contrasting selections from the current Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM) or Conservatory Canada (CC) syllabus. Both pieces must be at the same level that the competitor was recommended for and at least one of the pieces must have been performed at the Local Festival. Memorization is required. Time Limit: Twenty-Five (25) minutes | Live:$150.00 | Virtual:n/a | Register |