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RCM Exam Prep: Practical, Theory, History

RCM exams provide an excellent means of enhancing essential musicianship skills that greatly spur progress for musical training. VAM shares a close institutional relationship with the Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM) that includes its official designation as Vancouver West exam centre.

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RCM Advanced Rudiments + Harmony Prep

Instructor: Tiffany Lee
Recommended for: For students with a background in RCM Theory 7 or 8.
Class Time: Tuesdays, 4:00-5:00pm
Semester Fee:

$650

Class Description: The focus of this course is to help bridge the gap between students who have learned online and who will now need to transition to written theory concepts required for RCM Harmony 9. Students with at least a Theory 7 or Theory 8 background can join this course. Textbooks are not required as students will receive simplified course notes.

RCM History 9

Instructor: Tiffany Lee
Class Time: Tuesdays, 5:15-6:45pm
Semester Fee:

$995

Class Description: All of the material for RCM History 9 will be covered in this course. Textbooks are optional but not required as all the students will receive simplified notes, and will be ready to write the RCM online History exam after the course is concluded. There will be two supervised in-person History 9 exams at VAM on a non-class day.

RCM Theory 5 (online)

Instructor: Tiffany Lee
Class Time: Wednesdays, 5:30-6:30pm
Semester Fee:

$595

Class Description: The May 2024 online exam is optional.

RCM Theory 7 (online)

Instructor: Tiffany Lee
Class Time: Thursdays, 4:00-5:00pm
Semester Fee:

$650

Class Description: The May 2024 online exam is recommended.

RCM Theory 8 (online)

Instructor: Tiffany Lee
Class Time: Thursdays, 5:30-6:30pm
Semester Fee:

$650

Class Description: The May 2024 in-person exam is recommended, the online exam is optional.

RCM Harmony 9 (online)

Instructor: Tiffany Lee
Class Time: Fridays, 6:00-7:00pm
Semester Fee:

$1195

Class Description: August 10th, 2024 RCM in-person exam is mandatory.

RCM History 10 (online)

Instructor: Tiffany Lee
Class Time: Fridays, 4:00-5:30pm
Semester Fee:

$995

Class Description: The August 2024 RCM online exam is mandatory.

RCM Theory 5/6

Instructor: Daniel Marshall
Recommended for: Ages 9-12 (no theory experience required)
Class Time: Saturdays, 2:00-3:00pm Thursdays, 4:00-5:00pm
Semester Fee:

$450

Class Description: Jumpstart your knowledge in music theory! Students will work towards their RCM theory requirements with weekly classes and two mock exams, led by RCM's Vancouver West Exam Centre Representative. This year-long course will culminate in the RCM Level 6 written exam in May. No previous theory experience is required.

RCM Theory 7/8

Instructor: Daniel Marshall
Recommended for: Ages 10-13 who have completed the RCM Theory 6 written exam or equivalent
Class Time: Saturdays, 3:15-4:15pm
Semester Fee:

$450

Class Description: In this continuation of music theory studies, students will attend weekly classes and two mock exams let by RCM's Vancouver West Exam Centre Representative. This year-long course will culminate in the RCM Level 8 written exam in May.

Adult Theory and Ear Training II

Instructor: Taka Shimojima
Recommended for: Adults who have completed Adult Theory & Ear Training, or those with basic knowledge
Class Time: Saturdays, 1:15-2:00pm (January intake) Saturdays, 1:15-2:00pm (September intake) Saturdays, 1:15-2:00pm (January intake)
Semester Fee:

$235
$250

Class Description: Designed for adults with continued interested in developing a strong foundation of musicianship, Adult Theory & Ear Training further introducing students to the fundamental skills of music theory, ear training, and appreciation. This class runs for 13 weeks. There is a September and January intake for this class.

Beginner Theory Level 1

Instructor: Chloe Hurst
Recommended for: Ages 5-6
Class Description: In this introductory course, students will build a foundation for music theory, literacy, and understanding by exploring everything in the world of music from composers around the globe to the fine detail of the notes, rhythms and instruments that make up our musical landscape.

Beginner Theory Level 2

Recommended for: Ages 6-8
Class Description: The perfect companion to practical music studies, Beginner Theory Level 2 introduces students to elements of notation, rhythm, scales, and intervals in small class sizes with a maximum of four. This is a semi-private course that defaults to online delivery.

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RCM Music Theory (Online)

Class Description: VAM's private, semi-private, and small group classes in RCM Theory provide an excellent means of enhancing essential musicianship skills that greatly spur progress for instrumental training. VAM shares a close institutional relationship with the Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM) that includes our official designation as Vancouver West exam centre. This is an online subject, offered through live videoconferencing. Private, semi-private, and small group options available; click below to begin the registration process.

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RCM Music History (Online)

Class Description: VAM's private, semi-private, and small group classes in RCM History provide an excellent means of enhancing essential musicianship skills that greatly spur progress for instrumental training. VAM shares a close institutional relationship with the Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM) that includes our official designation as Vancouver West exam centre. This is an online subject, offered through live videoconferencing. Private, semi-private, and small group options available; click below to begin the registration process.

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