Woodwind Syllabus
NON-COMPETITIVE CLASSES – 18 YEARS AND UNDER
All performers are encouraged to give a short introduction to their piece(s).
OWN CHOICE OF ONE PIECE or MOVEMENT - WORKSHOP
Each performer will play in turn (for up to the time limit stated below) and will then work with the adjudicator either immediately following their performance, or as a small group after a few performances at the adjudicator’s discretion. Each performer will additionally receive written feedback on their own performance and a certificate.
Ww1 Pre-grade 1 – Grade 1 Time limit 2 mins (B)
Ww2 Grades 2-3 Time limit 4 mins (C)
Ww3 Grades 4-6 Time limit 7 mins (D)
Ww4 Grades 7-8 Time limit 10 mins (E)
Ww5 Post-grade 8 Time limit 12 mins (F)
COMPETITIVE CLASSES – 18 YEARS AND UNDER
OWN CHOICE OF ONE PIECE or MOVEMENT
Own choice of one piece.
Ww6 Pre-grade 1 Time limit 2 mins (A)
Ww7 Grades 1-2 Time limit 3 mins (A)
Ww8 Grades 3-4 Time limit 4 mins (B)
Ww9 Grades 5-6 Time limit 6 mins (B)
Ww10 Grades 7-8 Time limit 8 mins (B)
WW11 Post-grade 8 Time limit 10 mins (C)
JAZZ, SWING & RAGTIME
Own choice of one or two pieces.
Ww12 Grades 1-3 Time limit 4 mins (B)
Ww13 Grade 4-5 Time limit 6 mins (B)
Ww14 Grades 6-8 Time limit 8 mins (B)
Ww15 Post-grade 8 Time limit 10 mins (C)
UNACCOMPANIED SOLO
Own choice of one or two movements of a piece specifically written for solo instrument.
Ww16 Pre-grade 1 Time limit 2 mins (A)
Ww17 Grades 1-2 Time limit 3 mins (A)
Ww18 Grades 3-4 Time limit 4 mins (B)
Ww19 Grades 5-6 Time limit 6 mins (B)
Ww20 Grades 7-8 Time limit 8 mins (B)
Ww21 Post-grade 8 Time limit 10 mins (C)
SONATA
Own choice of part or all of a sonata.
Ww22 Open Time limit 15 mins (D)
CONCERTO / CONCERTINO
One or two movements, or a piece originally written for performance with orchestra.
Ww23 Grades 6-7 Time limit 8 mins (B)
Ww24 Grade 8 Time limit 10 mins (C)
Ww25 Post-grade 8 Time limit 12 mins (C)
RECITAL CLASS
Own choice of a group of two or more contrasting pieces. The programme can include a mixture of accompanied pieces (piano or another Woodwind instrument) and unaccompanied pieces. Please aim for a balanced programme of music of different styles. Performers will be adjudicated on their programme choice and presentation, as well as their performance.
Ww26 Pre-grade 1 – Grade1 Time limit 8 mins (B)
Ww27 Grades 2-3 Time limit 10 mins (C)
Ww28 Grades 4-5 Time limit 15 mins (D)
Ww29 Grades 6-7 Time limit 20 mins (E)
Ww30 Grades 8-8+ Time limit 25 mins (E)
PUPIL-TEACHER/ADULT DUET
Own choice of one or two pieces. Pupil only will be adjudicated.
Ww31 Grades 1-3 Time limit 4 mins (B)
Ww32 Grades 4-6 Time limit 6 mins (B)
Ww33 Grades 7-8+ Time limit 8 mins (B)
DUETS, TRIOS AND QUARTETS
Own choice of one or two pieces. Duets can be accompanied or unaccompanied. At least one performer must be a Woodwind or Recorder player. All performers will be adjudicated.
Ww34 Grades 1-3 Time limit 4 mins (B)
Ww35 Grades 4-5 Time limit 5 mins (B)
Ww36 Grades 6-7 Time limit 8 mins (B)
Ww37 Grades 8-8+ Time limit 10 mins (C)
ENSEMBLES OF 5 OR MORE PERFORMERS
Ensemble should include at least two woodwind performers. Own choice of two or three pieces or movements. Please state exact time on the entry form.
Ww38 Under 11 years (F)
Ww39 11 -18 years (F)
For Band Classes please refer to the Brass Section Syllabus (Classes Br44 – Br49)
NON-COMPETITIVE ADULT CLASSES
OWN CHOICE OF ONE PIECE or MOVEMENT - WORKSHOP
Each performer will play in turn (for up to the time limit stated below) and will then work with the adjudicator either immediately following their performance, or as a small group after a few performances at the adjudicator’s discretion. Each performer will additionally receive written feedback on their own performance and a certificate.
Ww40 Grades 1-5 Time limit 8 minutes (D)
Ww41 Grades 6-8 Time limit 10 minutes (E)
Ww42 Post-grade 8 Time limit 12 minutes (F)
COMPETITIVE ADULT CLASSES
DUO CLASS
For Woodwind instrument and piano. Own choice of one piece or movement. Both players to be named on the entry form as both will be adjudicated.
Ww43 Open Time limit 10 mins (C)
SONATA
Own choice of part or all of a sonata.
Ww44 Open Time limit 25 mins (E)
SOLO CLASS
Own choice of pieces or movements.
Ww45 Open Time limit 12 mins (C)
RECITAL
Own choice of a group of two or more contrasting pieces. Performers will be adjudicated on their programme choice and presentation, as well as their performance and are encouraged to play at least one piece from memory.
Ww46 Open Time limit 25 mins (E)
Adjudicator: Keith Allen MMus,BA,FTCL,ARCM,PGCE
Venue: Crookhorn College, Waterlooville. PO7 5UD
Dates: 15th-16thFebruary 2025
Closing date for entries: 18th November 2024
Online entries: pfpa.org.uk
or if wishing to submit a paper form, please email woodwind@pfpa.org.uk
Keith Allen
Keith Allen was awarded a scholarship to the Royal College of Music, going on to take post-graduate studies at Birmingham, Kingston and West London Universities. He played clarinet and saxophone with the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, Royal Shakespeare Company and others. His previous positions include: Saxophone Tutor at Birmingham Conservatoire; Head of Birmingham Music Service; Musical Director: Sutton Coldfield Musical Theatre Company and Consultant Editor, Faber Music.
Present positions include Music Director, Birmingham Symphonic Winds; Festival Director, National Concert Band Festival; Conductor, Solihull Youth Wind Orchestra and Consultant Editor for Faber Music.
He is also an adjudicator for The British and International Federation of Festivals. Keith is a regular visitor to America directing University, Community and School Wind Bands in Minnesota as well as leading the Best of British Music trade stand at the annual Midwest Clinic in Chicago.
Prizes
The Sturge Trophy
Awarded for the best solo performance (14 years & under)
The Zurich Insurance Woodwind Cup
Awarded for the best performance (15-18 years)
The Karen Cup for musicianship and versatility
Awarded at the discretion of the adjudicator for a performer demonstrating the ability to communicate music in different genres
The Hunt Baroque Cup
Awarded to the best performance of a piece written between 1600 and 1750
The Beginners Cup
Awarded to the most promising beginner.
The Christopher Cup
Awarded to the best recorder performer Grades 1-4
The Norman Strugnell Memorial Cup
Awarded to the best recorder performer Grades 5-8+
