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Welcome to our third annual SongFest, a project of the Cowichan Valley Music Teachers Association. SongFest is for musicians at all levels of capability, who are motivated to develop their artistic skills, to increase their knowledge and appreciation of music, and to achieve excellence in performing. It was created to provide young (11-18 yrs.) and adult (19 and above) singers the opportunity and encouragement for continued musical growth. Entrants do not compete against each other, but will perform for a reputable adjudicator and audience in a friendly, relaxed but festive atmosphere; the adjudicator will work with each participant in the second half of each class. Songfest will be held May 1, 2009, at the Bethel Baptist Church. Registration Deadline is April 12, 2009.
ADJUDICATOR Marvin Regier
The Cowichan Valley Music Teachers welcome the return of Dr. Marvin Regier who was our first Songfest adjudicator in 2006. Warmly valued for his teaching skills, he is in demand as a conductor, pedagogue, adjudicator and performer!
NEW SESSION ADDED!
Friday evening, May 1, 7-9 pm Techniques and Skills for Choral singers.
A workshop for all choir members and those who wish to become one! Come for an enjoyable evening workshop open to Singers in all CVMTA member led choirs, or to students of CVMTA members - register through your teacher or director. $15 per person. Though registration is closed for the individual classes, it will remain open for Choral Workshop registrants.
Information and Regulations for Classes
Entry for
students is to be made through their voice teacher; students may not
enter themselves. Students may register for a maximum of 2 classes only (and only one entry per class). Memorization is expected.
Unless otherwise stated, participants may choose their own pieces from any source, and a wide range of repertoire is encouraged. However, the SongFest Committee reserves the right to reclassify any selection for class consistency. All repertoire choices are to be age-appropriate.
Please bring a published copy of your music for the adjudicator.
Photocopies may not be used. Make sure bar numbers are marked at the
beginning of each line. If you don't have a published original copy, you
will need a letter of permission from the publisher
Accompanists must also use an original copy of the music. Accompaniments may be with instruments other than piano. No recorded or electronic accompaniment will be permitted.
Students are expected to perform in the class scheduled, and scheduling is
final. Refunds will be given in the case of illness, on receipt of a
doctor's certificate. Please note that the Songfest organizers reserve
the right to make the final decision on any questions and irregularities
which may arise.
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Classes will be grouped according to Age level and Style as follows:
| Class |
Class Code |
Description |
| Canadian | CS | Canadian composers from 19th century to the present. Recognized unpublished compositions may also be used, such as material from CMC. |
| English Art Song | EA | Compositions of English language, not translations from other languages. Songs may be from the Renaissance Era to the present day. |
| Foreign Language Art Song | FL | All foreign languages are accepted from all historical periods to the present day. |
| Folk Song | FS | All recognized folk songs from countries world wide, in English or other languages. Accompaniment may be instruments other than piano; however, scores are required for both the instrumentalist and the adjudicator. |
| Musical Theatre | TC | Selections chosen from a musical play or film in the style of the genre; including comedy songs or soliloquy. Memorization is required. Individual ballads and contemporary pop music are not acceptable for this category. No microphones to be used. Before singing, the participant shall give a short introduction to 'set the scene'. One simple prop is permitted. |
| Adult Song | AS | Adult participants may enter two pieces from any of the preceding categories. |
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