2026 Syllabus - Percussion
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 other selections are the competitor's choice but must follow the rules of this category.
Selections must be musically contrasting. The Adjudicator will take song choice into consideration.
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.****
Percussion - Duets and Trios
| Class | Virtual | |
|---|---|---|
| Class:24201 - Percussion - Duets and Trios - Beginner Level - Ages 6-8 Competitors may only perform one (1) selection that was performed at the Local Festival. Competitors must enter the class corresponding to the age of the oldest member of the duet/trio. Memorization is not required but is highly recommended. Time Limit: Five (5) minutes | Virtual:$100.00 | Register |
| Class:24202 - Percussion - Duets and Trios - Primary Level - Ages 9-10 Competitors may only perform one (1) selection that was performed at the Local Festival. Competitors must enter the class corresponding to the age of the oldest member of the duet/trio. Memorization is not required but is highly recommended. Time Limit: Five (5) minutes | Virtual:$100.00 | Register |
| Class:24203 - Percussion - Duets and Trios - Elementary Level - Ages 11-12 Competitors may only perform one (1) selection that was performed at the Local Festival. Competitors must enter the class corresponding to the age of the oldest member of the duet/trio. Memorization is not required but is highly recommended. Time Limit: Eight (8) minutes | Virtual:$100.00 | Register |
| Class:24204 - Percussion - Duets and Trios - Junior Level - Ages 13-14 Competitors may only perform one (1) selection that was performed at the Local Festival. Competitors must enter the class corresponding to the age of the oldest member of the duet/trio. Memorization is not required but is highly recommended. Time Limit: Eight (8) minutes | Virtual:$100.00 | Register |
| Class:24205 - Percussion - Duets and Trios - Intermediate Level - Ages 15-16 Competitors may only perform one (1) selection that was performed at the Local Festival. Competitors must enter the class corresponding to the age of the oldest member of the duet/trio. Memorization is not required but is highly recommended. Time Limit: Ten (10) minutes | Virtual:$100.00 | Register |
| Class:24206 - Percussion - Duets and Trios - Senior Level - Ages 17-18 Competitors may only perform one (1) selection that was performed at the Local Festival. Competitors must enter the class corresponding to the age of the oldest member of the duet/trio. Memorization is not required but is highly recommended. Time Limit: Ten (10) minutes | Virtual:$100.00 | Register |
| Class:24207 - Percussion - Duets and Trios - Advanced Level - Ages 19-28 Competitors may only perform one (1) selection that was performed at the Local Festival. Competitors must enter the class corresponding to the age of the oldest member of the duet/trio. Memorization is not required but is highly recommended. Time Limit: Ten (10) minutes | Virtual:$100.00 | Register |
| Class:24208 - Percussion - Duets and Trios - Adults - Ages 29 and Above Competitors may only perform one (1) selection that was performed at the Local Festival. Competitors must enter the class corresponding to the age of the oldest member of the duet/trio. Memorization is not required but is highly recommended. Time Limit: Ten (10) minutes | Virtual:$100.00 | Register |
| Class:24209 - Percussion - Duets and Trios - Adult and Child Competitors may only perform one (1) selection that was performed at the Local Festival. For the purpose of this competition: Memorization is not required but is highly recommended. Time Limit: Ten (10) minutes | Virtual:$100.00 | Register |