Olde Tyme Fiddlers' Contest

38th Annual Olde Tyme Fiddlers’ Contest

It’s sure to be a toe-tapping good time! The Olde Tyme Fiddlers Contest is a showcase for  some of Manitoba’s best fiddlers – both up and coming, and seasoned.  Several of our contestants have gone on to international careers in the music industry.  If you thrill to the sound of a jig or reel, be sure not to miss this evening of fine music.

Hosted by 880 CKLQ Olde Tyme Favorites
Tuesday March 29, 2011 7:00 p.m.
Convention Hall

 

Fiddle Contest 2011 Official Results

 

Novice Class 1     10 years old and younger

3^rd – Nicole Hutlet

2^nd – Robert Boulet

1^st – Jesse Freeman

 

Junior Class 2     11 – 16 years old

3^rd – Zachary Enns

2^nd – Stephanie Dousseliare

1^st – Grayson Ross

 

Intermediate Class 3      17 – 59 years old

2^nd – Guy Dobbyn

1^st – Marcel Hapel

 

Seniors Class 4 60 years and older

2^nd – Corky Clark

1^st – Brian Granger

 

Victoria Open Class 5

3^rd – Jane Cory

2^nd – Matt Cook-Contois

1^st – Alex Lamoureaux

Twin Fiddling Class 6

 

1^st – Jane Cory & Alex Lamoureaux

 

Metis Class 7

3^rd – Jane Cory

2^nd – Matt Cook

1^st – Alex Lamoureaux

 

 

 

CLICK HERE FOR ENTRY FORM

RULES AND REGULATIONS
•   This year, an early registration incentive will be offered to participants who register prior to March 11, 2011. Registrations received prior to this date will be mailed a discounted ticket. Adult and youth participants will be refunded half the cost of the admission paid (up to $8).  Participants between the ages of 6 to 12 can print a free ticket from our website. Registrations received after March 11 will be subject to the full gate admission.
•   Contestants are required to enter either class 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5 to be eligible to enter the Twin Fiddle Class. Participants who wish to compete in the Open Class cannot participate in classes 1, 2, 3 or 4.
•   The order of play will be based on the sequence of entries received. The first entry received by the Provincial Exhibition office will be the last one to play, and the last entry received will be the first one to play.
•   Contestants must play the following; an OLDE TYME WALTZ, a JIG, and a BREAKDOWN, in that order. The microphone may be moved to suit the fiddler.
•   Each contestant will be limited to 5 minutes.
•   A piano/keyboard will be provided on stage as well as a stand-by accompanist. Contestants may use an accompanist of their own choice.
•   In case of any accident beyond the player’s control, (broken string, power failure) replaying will be allowed at the judge’s discretion.
•   Points will be awarded for the following: Time, Tempo (must be suitable dance style), Tone, Style, Technique, Versatility, and Overall Accuracy.
•   Judges’ decisions will be final and they will not be required to explain standing.
•   In the Twin Fiddle Class, contestants must play in harmony, a WALTZ, and a TUNE OF THEIR CHOICE (other than a Waltz) within 4 minute time limit.
•   Gate admission to the Royal Manitoba Winter Fair is your entry fee with the exception of early registration.

Adults ~ $16.00
Senior 65+/Youth (13-17) ~ $14.00
Child (6-12) ~ $6.00
Under 6 ~ Free

CONTEST CLASSES
Class 1 ~ Novice (10 years and under)
1st - $50 2nd - $35 3rd - $20
Others - $5 and a certificate
Sponsored by: Ted Good

Class 2 ~ Junior (11—16 years)
1st - $75 2nd - $50 3rd - $25

Class 3 ~ Intermediate (17-59 years)
1st - $100 2nd - $75 3rd - $50

Class 4 ~ Senior (60 years and over)
1st - $75 2nd - $50 3rd - $25

Class 5 ~ The Victoria Landing Open
(all ages)
1st - $300 2nd - $200 3rd - $100

Class 6 ~ Twin Fiddle (all ages)
1st - $50 each 2nd - $25 each

Class 7 ~ Metis Style (all ages)
1st - $100 2nd - $75 3rd - $50

Best Olde Tyme Waltz
(Junior or Novice - 16 years and under)