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:
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- 9:00 AM: Welcome (KRH)
- 9:30 AM: Technique Workshop with Michael Van der Sloot (KRH) OR Spring Play-In Mark Luchkow (MOH)
- 10:30 AM: Body Awareness (MOH)
- 11:00 AM: Instrument Care (MOH)
- 11:30 AM: Lunch Break
- 12:00 PM: Improvisation/Looping class with Parmela Attariwala (MOH)
- 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 and Student Concert
- 4:30 PM: Reception
Faculty
- Guest Faculty: Michael Van der Sloot
- Improvisation & Looping Guest Lecturer: Parmela Attariwala
- Feldenkrais Method & Body Awareness Instructor: Teodora Dimova
- VAM Viola Faculty
Application Deadlines:
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- Early Bird application: before March 31st (registration fee: $35)
- Regular registration: April 28th (registration fee: $45)
- Late registration: registration on or after 5th May will not be eligible to participate in the Mini-masterclass.
-Parents are welcome to audit, sit in, and supervise their children throughout the day at no charge!
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