We are now selling DVDs of the first VAM Symphony Orchestra concert of 2011/2012. They are $12 each, and we have limited copies, so make sure to get yours soon! The program of performances is shown below, and featured on the DVD case as well. DVDs available from the VAM Office.
We’re really excited to introduce one of our new programs at VAM for the 2014/15 school year. Learning Mandarin Through Music (LMTM) is an innovative class for students aged 3 to 9 that aims to teach them Mandarin through rhythm and rhyme, song, finger play, expressive movement, dance, drama and instrument playing. Children will learn… Read more »
Vancouver New Music, in partnership with the Vancouver Academy of Music presents a new edition of Sonic Playground on Saturday, January 26, 2014 at 10 AM. This interactive, improvisational and educational music program is a FREE event, open to children 8 – 12 years old, hosted at the Vancouver Academy of Music (1270 Chestnut Street,… Read more »
VAM is pleased to host Jesse Nolan (Music Director, Blue Man Group) on Monday, March 24th for an exclusive workshop! Join Blue Man Group Resident Music Director Jesse Nolan as he presents “Painting With Sound,” a unique workshop that gives attendees a glimpse into the world of Blue Man Group. Dive deep into the music and… Read more »
The Vancouver Academy of Music Opera Studio presents: Susannah by Carlisle Floyd Artistic Director, David Meek Conductor, John Arsenault Director, David Walsh Choreographer, Damon Bradley Jang Performances June 13, 14, 15 at 7:30 pm. June 16 at 2:00 pm Written during the McCarthy era, Susannah is based loosely on the Apocryphal tale of Susannah and the Elders. In New Hope Valley,… Read more »
Registration for 2014/15 has now started. In addition to our current course selections, we have a number of new courses to offer including Learning Mandarin Through Music and the Dal Richards’ School of Swing. Download the new Handbook here. Download a registration form here. How do I register? Download both the handbook and registration form… Read more »
Announcing a portion of our competitions for the 2013-14 school year! The Young Composers’ Competition is a new competition this year, and gives aspiring composers a chance to explore the art of composition further and a chance to hear their own work being performed by the VAM Symphony Orchestra. Young Composers Competition Brochure The VAMSO… Read more »
Barbara Clague Festival of Song Sunday, April 6th, 2014 | 2:00 pm Koerner Recital Hall | Free Our annual Barbara Clague Festival of Song is back for its 2nd year. We have over 15 talented young singers performing on Sunday, April 6th for a chance to win one of five tuition scholarships. Come join us… Read more »
VAMSO oboist Nattie Chan was recently interview by the Richmond Review, talking about her love for the oboe, her proudest musical moment, and her impressions of Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony. Read the full article here.
In anticipation of our Opera Studio’s production of Suor Angelica and Gianni Schicchi, we wanted to give you a sneak peek into some of the behind-the-scenes stuff that goes into making a production. This is the first of a four-part series in which we interview the lead singers of the productions! Our first interview is with Katrina… Read more »
