This is Semester Classes
Strike up new friendships and refine your technical skills in a vibrant ensemble that offers mentorship and a supportive group environment! Led by conductor Ian Parker and a team of faculty player-coaches, VAM’s adult orchestra explores the performance practice of seminal masterpieces, fostering a deeper understanding of their musical significance. 25/26 Rehearsal and Concert Schedule (subject to change)
A unique ensemble experience, each chamber group in Play with the Pros will consist of one member of VAM’s faculty, where you can enjoy the benefits of mentorship and collegiality that come from performing with a professional musician. Class time to be scheduled at the mutual convenience of students and teacher. Click the apply button below to… Read more »
This is a fast-paced advanced technique class for 12- to 16-year-old violinists that will incorporate fun repetition of technical building blocks such as scales, arpeggios, and double-stops, incorporating sight reading, brain games, bowing patterns and techniques, and in-class performances.
For the 25/6 Academic Year, this class 1x per month: Dates: September 22 October 20th November 17 December 1st January 19 February 23 March 9 April 13 May 4 and 12
This popular program exclusive to VAM engages both sides of the brain through a combination of music and math activities that develop cognitive and rational thinking while fostering natural curiosity for discovery and creativity. Private, semi-private, and small group options available; please email [email protected] if you are interested in this class.
Math Wizards utilizes self-motivational tools and materials that will strengthen comprehension of math and logic. Weekly assigned work and follow-up corrections ensure a strong foundation for future learning progress. Math Wizards instills an enjoyment of learning math based on a personalized system of learning that motivates children to independently develop analytical skills. This is an online… Read more »
The world of literature is waiting to be discovered by your child in this program that will introduce grammar, reading comprehension and writing. In addition to fiction reading and writing, students will explore the biographies of different composers and music history to aid in the preparation of RCM music theory and history examinations. This is… Read more »
Reading & Writing Circle continues to build on students’ knowledge of the different genres of fiction and also explores non-fiction works. Students will research composers and music history to further their creative literacy while acquiring a deeper understanding of music and literature. RWC provides practical skills to help master the music history and writing components… Read more »
