ViolaFest 2025

Are you ready to elevate your passion for the viola? Join internationally renowned viola teachers for inspiring performances, Mini-Masterclasses that provide personalized lessons, and an exciting improv looping workshop. Explore viola techniques, discover how to enhance your sound, and connect with fellow musicians through engaging ensemble sight-reading sessions. Don’t miss ViolaFest 2025 at the Vancouver Academy of Music on Sunday, May 11!

Event Schedule:

    • 9:00 AM: Welcome (KRH)
    • 9:30 AM: Technique Workshop with Michael Van der Sloot (KRH)
    • 10:30 AM: Body Awareness (MOH)
    • 11:00 AM: Instrument Care (MOH)
    • 11:30 AM: Lunch Break
    • 12:30 PM: Senior Masterclass with Michael Van der Sloot (KRH)
    • 1:30 PM: Junior Masterclass with Michael Van der Sloot (KRH)
    • 2:30 PM: Snack Break
    • 3:00 PM: Faculty Concert
    • 4:30 PM: Reception

Faculty

Application Deadlines:

    • Early Bird application: before March 31st (registration fee: $35)
    • Regular registration: April 28th (registration fee: $45)

-Parents are welcome to audit, sit in, and supervise their children throughout the day at no charge!

Registration - Viola Fest 2025

  • ex. mother; father; guardian
  • A mini-masterclass offers a casual, low-stress opportunity for students to perform in front of their peers. Each session pairs one teacher with three students, creating a supportive and engaging learning environment.
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  • Early Bird application fee