Your Pathway to Success Starts Here

Calgary • April 6–15, 2027

Registration: Dec. 1, 2026–Jan. 22, 2027

The Pathways Program is a Calgary-based classical music festival for young musicians.

Participants perform before an audience and receive written and oral feedback in a masterclass setting from distinguished clinicians and pedagogues.

Pathways is intended for serious classical music students performing at a high competitive standard. Participants are expected to present well-prepared and polished recital programs.

Piano View syllabus Piano Duet View syllabus Strings View syllabus Woodwinds & Brass View syllabus Guitar View syllabus Chamber Music View syllabus

Advancement Opportunities through Pathways

One Pathways performance may open more than one route. Eligible participants may be selected to advance to the CMC National Finals, recommended to AMFA Provincials, or both, depending on each organization’s requirements.

Please review your discipline’s syllabus and the relevant CMC National Finals and AMFA Provincials information.

Pathways to CMC National Finals and AMFA Provincials