Chamber Music

Often described as ‘a conversation between friends’, find out why chamber music is regarded as the pinnacle musical experience as you perform masterpieces under the expertise of VAM’s distinguished faculty.

Chamber Music

VAM Childrens Harp Ensemble

Instructor: Rosanna Chiu
Recommended for: Harp students of all levels
Class Time: Thursdays, 5:45-6:45pm, 6 classes per term Senior - Thursdays, 5:30-7:00pm, 4 classes per term
Annual Fee:
  • $390
  • $370
Class Description: Join VAM’s Harp Ensemble for children to explore from classical to popular music and build a strong foundation for playing harmoniously in an ensemble. Our annual optional audition offers students a chance to be featured as a soloist. In addition, the Junior ensemble will explore different harp techniques and learn the art of conducting; the Senior ensemble will focus further on teamwork, active listening and improvisation.  The acclaimed ensembles perform regularly in celebrated events such as VAM Harp Fest, Vancouver Harp Day, and the Kiwanis Festival.

Director/Instructor: Rosanna Chiu

Co-Director: Joy Yeh

Fall Semester: tbc
Spring Semester: tbc
 

Aldo Parisot Cello Ensemble

Instructor: Joseph Elworthy
Recommended for: Recommended for cello students at RCM Level 6 to ARCT. Audition required.
Class Time: Saturdays, 9:00-10:15am
Annual Fee:
  • $850
Class Description: Led by VAM’s President & CEO / Cello Division Chair Joseph Elworthy, students will collaborate in cello ensemble rehearsals and performances as members of the Aldo Parisot Cello Ensemble. This cello ensemble is for students of all ages who are playing at a RCM 6 to ARCT level. Click HERE to start the audition process.     --  

Adult Chamber Music: Play with the Pros

Recommended for: Adult learners
Class Description: 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 begin the application process.    

Chamber Music

Recommended for: Ages 10+; Suzuki 4+/RCM 6+
Class Description: VAM's chamber music program is the perfect opportunity for young musicians to experience the communal nature of making music, developing the essential skills of communication and collaboration. Class times will be scheduled at the mutual convenience of students and the teacher. Students will be registered for coaching sessions for 14 weeks in the fall term and 18 weeks in the spring term, unless the group has communicated with the coach in advance regarding a different number of coaching sessions. Click below to begin the registration process.

Guitar Performance Practice

Instructor: Hanh Nguyen
Class Time: Tuesdays, 7:00-9:00 pm
Annual Fee:
  • $290
Class Description: This class runs the last Tuesday of each month.