Additional Information

Royal Conservatory of Music exams are encouraged but not required for participation in music lessons. Preparation for performance exams in January, June and August each year. Preparation for written exams in December, May and August. See the link for exam application information and deadlines.

Piano Technique Syllabus Update The following links identify the changes in the Royal Conservatory of Music piano technique requirements for each grade. Students may still use the old syllabus requirements for practical exams during the 2007/2008 lesson year.

Are you interested in getting high school credit for your music lessons? Students may use completed Conservatory levels for equivalent high school credits. The most recent criteria may be found on the linked PDF file to see if you qualify. Conservatory Requirements for High School Credit

Students are encouraged to participate in the Norfolk Musical Arts Festival (NMAF) in Simcoe. This is an annual festival that is held during the 3rd and 4th weeks of February in Simcoe, Ontario. This year, Peggy Proud's studio had 26 entries with excellent results including many 1st place standings and scholarship winners. Next year's festival syllabus is now available. See below for important festival dates:

• This year's festival dates are from February 19-29, 2008.
• The Lions/Rotary Cup performances are on Thursday, February 28, 2008.
• The Festival Highlights Concert is on Tuesday, March 4, 2008.
• The entry deadline is Wednesday, November 14, 2007 at 4:00 p.m.

The Ontario Registered Music Teachers' Association (ORMTA) is a not-for-profit professional organization managed by a volunteer council and comprised of more than 1,300 Registered Music Teachers and related members across Ontario.

The Canadian Federation of Music Teachers Association (CFMTA) was formed in 1935 and is a national association of qualified private music instructors. Our purpose is to promote and maintain high standards of teaching among our members and to foster music excellence in our students.

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Contact by email at: pproud@sympatico.ca