Strings

Strings Festival Update – Provincial Nominees Announced

The Strings portion of COPAF has now concluded, and we are pleased to announce this year’s Provincial nominees.

Thank you to all performers, teachers, and families who made this portion of the festival so meaningful and memorable. Held April 20–21 at St. Michael’s Cathedral, the Strings Festival showcased an exceptional level of talent, dedication, and artistry from across the region.

Congratulations to the following performers who have been nominated to represent our region at Provincials:

Carriage House Junior Orchestra – Junior Chamber Music
Carriage House Chamber Orchestra – Intermediate Chamber Music
KCMS Advanced Chamber Orchestra – Senior Chamber Music
Charles Weathermon – Junior A Strings
Henry Barbaza – Junior B Strings
Lenna Barbaza – Intermediate Strings
Kate Chamberline – Senior Strings

Please note that while all of the above performers were nominated, not all will be advancing to Provincials.

We are incredibly proud of all participants and grateful to everyone who contributed to such an inspiring festival. We wish those advancing the very best as they go on to represent our region.

We look forward to welcoming you all back next year.

Strings Categories

Junior Strings (Levels P–3), Intermediate Strings (Levels 4–7), Senior Strings (Levels 8–ARCT), Open Strings (ages 19+)

Junior Chamber Group (Levels P–3), Intermediate Chamber Group (Levels 4–7), Senior Chamber Group (Levels 8–ARCT), Open Chamber Group (ages 19+)

Canadian Music, Early Music (Pre-Classical to Baroque), Classical (1750–1825), Romantic (1825–1910), Twentieth & Twenty-First Century, Bach & Telemann (unaccompanied), Unaccompanied Solo (non-Bach/Telemann), Traditional Fiddle, Additional Repertoire

Perform one or more contrasting works appropriate to grade level.
Concerto, Sonata, and Concert Group entries include: one movement (Junior), up to 15 minutes (Intermediate), or up to 25 minutes (Senior/Open).

String Duet, Chamber Group (2–6 performers), School Orchestra (Junior/Senior), Community Orchestra (Junior/Senior). Each ensemble performs two contrasting selections within grade-appropriate time limits.

Rules & Syllabus

Please review the official COPAF Strings Syllabi for full details, including time limits, adjudication criteria, and Provincial qualification requirements.

Students and teachers are encouraged to read through the syllabus carefully to ensure they enter the appropriate class or age division.