MARKING SYSTEM​​​​​​​

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The Pacific Youth Music Festival (the “Festival”) will operate on the following Grading System for all competitive solo classes:

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ADJUDICATION PROCEDURE​​​

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1. Graded Piano Classes are divided into Levels according to the Royal Conservatory of Music Syllabi.

2. Participants must select and enter within ONE Level Category (e.g., Novice, Junior, Senior). For example, if a participant chooses the Novice Category, they cannot enter pieces from the Junior or Senior Categories. However, within the selected Category, participants may enter pieces from different levels within that category.

3. Each participant will receive both written and verbal comments. Session placements will be announced at the conclusion of each session.

4. The adjudicators’ decisions are final.​

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​IMPORTANT INFORMATION​​​

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1. Competitive Solo Classes are in-person only.

2. One repertoire piece is permitted per class selection, unless otherwise specified.

3. Repertoire may only be performed once within the Festival, including in Gala Challenge Classes.

4. Pedal extensions are allowed but are the responsibility of the participant and are not supplied by the Festival.  

5. Personal piano bench is not allowed.

6. Memorization is mandatory. Repertoire performed with the music will be commented upon but no marks will be awarded.

7. Time limits will be strictly enforced. Exceeding time limits will result in comments only. Performances will not be awarded marks.

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