Full Orchestra Definition
A large ensemble consisting of Strings, Woodwinds, Brass, and Percussion.

Performance Requirements

• Competitor Age is as of January 1st, 2026.
• Competitors must enter the category that matches the oldest level of the competitors.
• Competitors must perform one (1) or two (2) contrasting selections.
• Multi-movements of one work will be counted as one (1) selection.
• Provide all necessary details of your selections, including accurate timing.

Provincial Qualifications

Up to three (3) groups will be recommended for the Provincial Competition (OMFA) which is held virtually. Competitors must perform the maximum amount of selections allowed to be recommended.

Only Ensembles who receive a recommendation may compete at OMFA Provincials.

Please refer to the OMFA Syllabus page for detailed information and requirements.

String Orchestra Definition
A large ensemble consisting of only Strings.

Performance Requirements

• Competitor Age is as of January 1st, 2026.
• Competitors must enter the category that matches the oldest level of the competitors.
• Competitors must perform one (1) or two (2) contrasting selections.
• Multi-movements of one work will be counted as one (1) selection.
• Provide all necessary details of your selections, including accurate timing.

Provincial Qualifications

Up to three (3) groups will be recommended for the Provincial Competition (OMFA) which is held virtually. Competitors must perform the maximum amount of selections allowed. 

Only Ensembles who receive a recommendation may compete at OMFA Provincials.

Please refer to the OMFA Syllabus page for detailed information and requirements.