This is Semester Classes
In this class, children learn foundational musical skills such as tempo, meter, pitch, and volume together through educational, movement-based games and multi arts activities. By age 3 and 4, children are beginning to develop their singing voices, and as such, singing a wide range of songs is a vital component of the Smart Start curriculum…. Read more »
VAM is very excited to announce Amati & Stradivari Players Summer Program, Led by Joseph Elworthy, President & CEO of VAM and Professor & Division Chair of Cello! This immersive summer camp focuses on string ensemble collaboration and artistic excellence through rehearsals and performance. The program includes daily rehearsals and culminates in a closing concert on… Read more »
VAM is very excited to announce Amati & Stradivari Players Summer Program, Led by Joseph Elworthy, President & CEO of VAM and Professor & Division Chair of Cello! This immersive program offers students a unique musical experience: beginning with the Amati & Stradivari Summer Camp at VAM, followed by the Italy Tour, providing exceptional opportunities for… Read more »
Participants will first join the VAM Harp Ensemble Summer Program, and then travel to Toronto for One Harp World 2026, the joint conference of the American Harp Society and World Harp Congress. The conference runs July 28 – August 3, 2026 (primarily at the Sheraton Centre) and features masterclasses, workshops, concerts, exhibits, and networking celebrating harp music worldwide. We are proud that the VAM… Read more »
students turning 5 in July-Sep should register in the next level up (Musicianship for Kids) The teaching techniques employed in this course are designed to improve and support children’s socialization, fine motor skills, self-confidence, and attention span through instruction in fundamental musical concepts such as pitch, metre, rhythm, dynamic and tempo. Listening skills are developed… Read more »
Musical Theatre Camps designed to provide structured, conservatory-level training in singing, acting, movement, and ensemble performance. Each camp culminates in a fully rehearsed showcase performance presented in a professional setting. The curriculum emphasizes artistic discipline, confidence-building, creative collaboration, and age-appropriate technical development. Sound of Music Camp (ages 7-10): July 20-24 | 9:30AM-3:00PM Sound of Disney… Read more »
This accelerated course is designed for motivated students who wish to complete their Level 9 and 10 RCM History requirements through engaging live instruction supported by supplementary online resources.
The cello workshop series, led by a rotating team of VAM’s esteemed cello faculty, offers an enriching and collaborative learning environment for aspiring young cellists. Designed for intermediate (RCM level 4-7) to advanced students (RCM level 8+), each session includes a technique class, a mini performance class, and a joint cello ensemble session. This program… Read more »
