Apply the techniques and interpretive ideas discussed in your lesson to the masterclass stage, where you will receive constructive feedback from expert faculty and supportive colleagues. The masterclass format includes an assigned piano accompanist and provides an excellent avenue for students to enhance their performance skills and stage deportment.
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Intermediate Viola Masterclass
Instructor: Tawnya PopoffRecommended for: students recommended by the Division Chair
Class Time: Mondays, 5:00-7:00 pm 1x month
Semester Fee:
- $200
June 2
Guitar Appreciation and Listening Class
Instructor: Alec PearsonRecommended for: Mature guitar students of all levels
Class Time: Wednesdays, 7:00-8:15pm
Semester Fee:
- $260
Junior Cello Seminar
Instructor: Cello FacultyRecommended for: For Cellists RCM 4-7 (no audition required)
Class Time: Sundays, 3:00-4:30pm
Annual Fee:
- $746
JCS is a collaborative effort initiated by VAM's Cello Division. A pool of VAM cello faculty will rotate instructional duties, providing a diverse and comprehensive learning experience for aspiring young cellists. Each 90-minute JCS class will consist of a technique class, performance class, and cello ensemble. JCS will perform at the end of each semester along with the Aldo Parisot Cello Ensemble.
Viola Studio Class 3A
Instructor: Sarah KwokViola Studio Class 1
Instructor: Sarah KwokViola Studio Class 2
Instructor: Isabelle Roland, Department HeadViola Studio Class 3B
Instructor: Tawnya PopoffAdvanced Viola Ensemble
Instructor: Isabelle Roland (Viola Department Head)Recommended for: Students recommended by VAM viola faculty
Class Description: This class runs on the 1st Wednesday of every month from 4:30-6:30pm (Sept - Dec & Jan - Apr).
Aldo Parisot Cello Ensemble and Masterclass
Instructor: Henry ShapardRecommended for: Advanced students, as well as ambitious intermediate students keen on quickly developing their skills. Audition required.
Class Time: Sundays, 6:30-8:30pm
Annual Fee:
- $1000
Intermediate & Advanced Piano Masterclass
Instructor: Noel McRobbieRecommended for: RCM 9+; Ages 14+