Students will learn about issues related to teaching beginning students with an emphasis on topics that lend to written discussion and apply the principles in second semester to practical demonstration.
Combine your knowledge of music theory with your desire to create! Feel the support and camaraderie of fellow aspiring composers in a small group environment where compositional ideas, techniques and styles are discussed and applied. This is an online subject, offered through live videoconferencing. Private, semi-private, and small group options available; click below to begin… Read more »
A perfect opportunity for aspiring conductors or for those interested in enhancing their current skills. This class will focus on baton technique, score reading, orchestration and choral/orchestral conducting styles. Private, semi-private, and small group options available; click below to begin the registration process. Auditing options are available through VAM’s S. K. Lee College, subject to course… Read more »
Recommended for: Advanced Students approved by the Professor of Piano & Division Chair Class time: Wednesdays 5:30-7:00 weekly Session 1: September to December Session 2: January to May Session fee: $480 Description: A weekly class to discuss and examine piano technique, score interpretation and performance skills. Faculty: Amanda Chan, Professor of Piano & Division Chair,… Read more »
Running from September to June, the Young Voices Masterclass welcomes singers between the ages of 12 and 20 who would like to sharpen their performance skills. Tailored towards singers at RCM level 6 or higher, this class will give singers an opportunity to work on repertoire with voice department head, Robyn Driedger-Klassen and pianist and… Read more »