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2014/2015
VAM Handbook
& Registration
Information
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2014/2015 Schedule
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BUILDING HOURS
Monday – Friday: 9:00am - 10:00pm
Saturday: 8:00am - 6:00pm
Sunday: 9:00am - 5:00pm
OFFICE HOURS
Monday – Friday: 9:00am - 6:00pm
Saturday: 9:00am - 2:00pm
Sunday: Closed
With Generous Support From:
1270 Chestnut Street
Vancouver, B.C. V6J 4R9
TEL: (604) 734-2301
FAX: (604) 731-1920
WEBSITE: vam.ca
EMAIL: executivedirector@vam.ca
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We acknowledge the financial support of the Province of British Columbia.
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Academic Year
Registration and Tuition Fee
Admission, Attendance, Bursaries, Refund Policy
Individual Instruction, Class Instruction
Learning Mandarin Through Music (LMTM)
Early Childhood Education Program, Language Arts
Brain Boosters Program, VAM Group Piano Program
VAM Adult Group Piano, RCM Teacher’s Elementary Pedagogy, Orff Program
Kodaly Program
Suzuki Program
VAM Orchestra Program, Conducting, Orchestra Percussion Ensemble,
Dal Richards’ School of Swing Jazz Orchestra
Club Choir, Fiddle Class, Ensemble Class, Master Class
Chamber Music Institute, Music Therapy, Music Theory Program (Rudiments)
Music Theory Program (Harmony), Counterpoint & Analysis, Music History Program
Ballet Program
Modern Dance
2014/2015 Academic Year
September 02 .................................First Day of Instruction
October 13 . .....................................Thanksgiving Day Holiday
November 11 . .................................Remembrance Day Holiday
December 22 – January 04 ............Winter Break
January 05 ......................................Classes/Individual Lessons Resume
February 09.....................................Family Day - Individual Lessons Only
March 16 - March 22........................Spring Break
March 23 .........................................Classes Resume
April 03 – April 05 ..........................Easter Holidays
April 06 . ..........................................Easter Monday - Individual Lessons Only
May 18 .............................................Victoria Day - Individual Lessons Only
June 30 ...........................................Academic Year Ends
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Welcome to the Vancouver
Academy of Music
The Vancouver Academy of Music believes in the inspiring and
transcendental nature of the performing arts. The practical
impact of music is immediate: it enhances communication,
serves as a tool for personal development, leads to better
academic achievement and provides a sense of belonging
and community.
VAM is an inclusive learning environment that is committed to
sharing the benefits of the performing arts through a structured
learning environment that recognizes cultural differences
and unique learning needs. The VAM platform aims to foster
artistic and personal growth in all of our students.
Founded in 1969, VAM is Vancouver’s most established music
school offering a comprehensive curriculum for instrumental,
voice, early childhood, and ballet training. Located minutes
from downtown Vancouver, VAM is situated in the natural
green setting of Vanier Park across from the Planetarium at
Kits Point, with close to 100 parking stalls reserved for VAM
students and patrons.
VAM aims to produce civic-minded students who use their
collaborative performing arts experiences to enrich the
health and well-being of their community, as well as reinforcing
the importance of Arts and Culture in our society. VAM recruits
faculty members with strong professional credentials who
are devoted to the instruction of a new generation of performers,
teachers, composers and audiences.
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Registration and Tuition Fees
Each student must complete a registration form which is
to be accompanied by both a non-refundable annual
registration fee of $75.00 and the tuition in full.
Payment plan option available via post-dated cheques.
Please contact VAM administration office for policy
and procedure.
First Semester Fees due in full by September 1st, 2014.
Second Semester Fees due in full by January 1st, 2015.
Admission
Bursaries
Registration is for a full academic year which consists of two
semesters.
Students in good standing who can demonstrate a need for
financial assistance and have been registered students at
VAM for a minimum of one semester may apply for a bursary.
Students must file an application form and have their teacher
complete an evaluation form.
September – January = First semester
February – June = Second semester
For Ballet students, the year is divided into three twelveweek semesters.
September – December = First semester
December – April = Second semester
April – June = Third semester
Students will automatically be billed for the subsequent
semester unless the office and the individual teacher
are notified of the student’s intention to withdraw.
Some semesters encompass more than eighteen weeks. This
allows flexibility in scheduling, but each student receives only
eighteen individual lessons per semester
Attendance
Regular and punctual attendance at lessons is essential.
Courtesy requires the student to notify the teacher if the
student is unable to attend, but only lessons missed due to
illness can be rescheduled.
Unavoidable absence because of illness and lessons cancelled
by the teacher will be made up. It is the responsibility of the
student to be available for the make-up lessons during the
teacher’s regular teaching schedule. Only in exceptional
circumstances will a refund be granted. Application for
refund must be approved by the Executive Director.
The Scholarship and Bursary Committee meet once a year
to review requests. Applications must be submitted by
September 30th for the second semester. For application
forms and further information enquire at VAM office.
Refund Policy
PLEASE NOTE: Students who officially withdraw from VAM
will be entitled to a proportionate refund of tuition fees.
Refunds will be made based on the following schedules:
Withdrawals from Class Instruction:
1 week attendance:
90% refund
2 week attendance:
80% refund
3 week attendance:
65% refund
4 week attendance:
40% refund
No refunds will be made after the Fourth week
Withdrawals from Individual Instruction:
1 week attendance:
90% refund
2 week attendance:
80% refund
3 week attendance:
70% refund
4 week attendance:
60% refund
5 week attendance:
50% refund
6 week attendance:
40% refund
7 week attendance:
30% refund
8 week attendance:
20% refund
9 week attendance:
10% refund
No refunds will be made after the Ninth week
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Individual Instruction
Class Instruction
VAM is open seven days a week. Individual Instruction times
are to be arranged with the teacher.
Semester based class fees are divided into two categories:
Stand-alone:
Rate for class instruction only
VAM Lesson Rate: Rate for students registered at VAM for individual lessons
Individual Instruction fees per semester.
18 Lessons
30 minute lessons ........................................................ $700
45 minute lessons . ......................................................$1050
60 minute lessons ...................................................... $1395
60 minute lessons with Department Head
(fee include lessons and master classes)
$1920
Instruction available for the following instrument:
Violin
Viola
Cello
Double Bass
Flute
Oboe Clarinet
Bassoon
Saxophone
French Horn
Trumpet
Trombone
Tuba
Percussion
Piano
Harp
Voice
Classical Guitar
Conducting
Music Therapy
Individual Adult Instruction
Fees reflect cost per lesson.
30 minute lessons...................................................... $32.50
45 minute lessons.......................................................$48.75
60 minute lessons...................................................... $65.00
Stand-alone VAM Lesson
Rate
Rate
Music Theory (Rudiments)
$260.................. $130
Music Theory (Harmony)
$260.................. $130
Music History
$260.................. $130
Counterpoint & Analysis
$260.................. $130
Brain Boosters Program
$460..................$460
Orff
$260.................. $130
Kodaly
$260.................. $130
Group Piano Program
$415.................. $415
Club Choir
$260.................. $130
Fiddle Class
$260.................. $130
Learning Mandarin Through Music $520..................$520
Orchestra Percussion Ensemble
$260.................. $130
Guitar Ensemble
$260.................. $130
Cello Ensemble
$260.................. $130
Master Class in piano, voice,
cello, violin
$260.................. $130
Chamber Music Institute
$260.................. $130
School of Swing – Jazz Orchestra
$260.................. $130
VAM Pre-Junior Symphony
$260.................. $130
VAM Junior Symphony
$260.................. $130
VAM Intermediate Symphony
$260.................. $130
VAM Symphony Orchestra
$260.................. $130
All classes are subject to minimum enrolment
and eligibility.
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Learning Mandarin Through
Music (LMTM)
Developed at Vancouver Academy of Music, Learning
Mandarin through Music (LMTM) is a unique language
program which offers children the experience and joy of
learning Mandarin through rhythm and rhyme, song, finger
play, expressive movement, dance, drama and instrument
playing. These fun-filled musical and language ‘games’ will
foster the development of essential Mandarin language
skills: speaking in correct tones, recognizing graphic symbols and translating them to corresponding tones/sounds,
and analyzing speech patterns. Developed in a supportive
and encouraging class environment, LMTM offers a learning
template that establishes the essential building blocks for
speaking, reading and writing Mandarin.
Fees
Class fees per semester. 16 Classes
LMTM ............................................................................ $520
Schedule
Ages 3-6 yrs. ...................................Saturday, 10:40 – 12:10
Saturday, 2:30 – 4:00
Ages 6-9 yrs. ....................................Saturday, 9:00 – 10:30
Saturday, 4:10 – 5:40
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Early Childhood
Education Program
Language Arts
“Bach Babies”, “Mozart Mites” and “Rossini Rascals” offer
an introduction to the benefits of music education for
parent and child. It has been proven that musical training
has a large impact on the development of the brain,
especially language, speech, attention, memory, and the
ability to express emotions vocally. Through listening, playing
instruments, singing, activities and movement, you and your
child will internalize these benefits and enjoy bonding while
enriching your lives with the gift of music!
- Bach Babies is for children ages 3-18 months.
- Mozart Mites is for children ages 18 months to 3 years.
- Rossini Rascals is for children ages 3 to 4 years.
Writer’s Circle
In this course, students will actively explore the elements
of powerful writing that will help them through their school
career and beyond. Strategies will include The 6 Traits of
Writing and Adrienne Gear’s Writing Power. Lessons will
look at the importance of ideas, organization, voice, word
choice, sentence fluency, conventions and the presentation
of their written work. Time will be set aside each class to
experience a variety of genres and students will produce
short-story writing pieces to add to their writing portfolio.
Taught by a certified elementary teacher. Ages 8 and up or
by permission from instructor.
Mozart Mites ..................................... Monday 10:00 – 10:45
(18mths-3yrs.).....................................Tuesday 10:00 – 10:45
Power Reading and Language Arts
Reading comprehension is tested on most entrance exams
for elementary and secondary schools and every year
during the Foundation Skills Assessment Test (FSAs) of
all students in Grades 4 and 7 by the B.C. provincial
government. This new course is ideal for students who
are interested in improving their reading, strengthening
their comprehension and developing an appreciation for
literature. Students will learn effective strategies to build
their reading comprehension and language art skills using
Adrienne Gear’s Reading Power and the Reading 44
program by the North Vancouver School District. Taught
by a certified elementary teacher. Ages 8 and up or by
permission from instructor.
Rossini Rascals ................................ Thursday 11:00 – 11:45
(3yrs-4 yrs.)
Fees
Class fees per semester.
Fees
Class fees per session.
16 Classes
Bach Babies .................................................................. $160
Mozart Mites ................................................................. $160
Rossini Rascals ............................................................. $160
Schedule
Bach Babies ......................................... Monday 9:00 – 9:45
(3-18mths.).......................................... Tuesday 9:00 – 9:45
16 Classes
Writer’s Circle..............................................................$260
Reading Power & Language Arts................................$260
Schedule
Writer’s Circle……………………………..…... Saturday 1:30-2:15
Reading Power & Language Arts........ Saturday 2:15-3:00
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Brain Boosters Program
VAM Group Piano Program
Brain Boosters engages both sides of the brain through a
combination of Music and Math and strives for the following
objectives:
+ Developing cognitive and rational thinking
+ Fostering a child’s natural curiosity for discovery
+ Encouraging independent learning and problem-solving
+ Building confidence and self-expression
Group Piano is taught in a group setting of up to twelve
students, each student with his/her own instrument.
Students will be grouped into classes according to age.
The goal of this program is to give students a basic
introduction to the piano that may springboard to further
study and development. Students, upon successful
completion of this program, may be given an opportunity
to audition for individual lessons at VAM.
Children must be 4 years of age by September 1st, 2014
Children must be 4 years of age by September 30th, 2014
Fees
Class fees per semester. Fee
Class fee per semester.
16 Classes
Brain Boosters............................................................... $460
Brain Boosters Math (BB Math).................................... $460
Schedule
Brain Boosters (Ages 4-7 yrs.) ............. Saturday 3:00-4:30
Sunday 12:00-1:30
Brain Boosters Math (Ages 8-13 yrs.).... Saturday 12:00-1:30
Sunday 10:30-12:00
16 Classes
VAM Group Piano ......................................................... $415
Schedule
Year I
Ages 4-5 yrs. .................................... Tuesday 10:00 – 11:00
Thursday 2:00 – 3:00
Ages 4-6 yrs. .................................... Saturday 11:00 –12:00
Ages 5-7 yrs. ....................................... Thursday 4:00 – 5:00
Saturday 12:30–1 :30
Ages 6-8 yrs. ...................................... Thursday 5:00 – 6:00
Ages 6-9 yrs. .................................. Wednesday 5:00 – 6:00
Year II . ............................................Wednesday 4:00 – 5:00
Saturday 9:00 – 10:00
Saturday 1:30 – 2:30
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VAM Adult Group Piano
Orff Program
Fee
Class fee per session.
The Orff program offers a sequence of classes for children
3 1/2 to 13 years old. A progressive development of musical
skill, creativity, and aesthetic awareness is achieved through
work with the elements of music contained in speech patterns,
poetry, song, and movement. A heightened awareness of
rhythm and melody is developed through playing soprano,
alto, and tenor recorders, and a wide range of percussion
instruments, some with and some without pitch.
8 Classes
VAM Adult Group Piano (Beginners) . ......................... $210
Schedule ........................................ Wednesday 7:00 – 8:00
RCM Teacher’s Elementary
Pedagogy
Teacher’s Elementary Pedagogy Term One:
Teachers’ Written Elementary
Children must be 3 1/2 years of age by September 1st, 2014
Fees
Class fees per semester.
16 Classes
Orff
Stand-alone…………….…................................................ $260
VAM Lesson Rate……..…................................................. $130
Teacher’s Elementary Pedagogy Term Two:
Teachers’ Elementary Viva Voce
Schedule
Fee 16 Classes
3 1/2 - 4 yrs. ........................................ Saturday 9:45 – 10:30
Class fee per semester.................................................. $640
Sunday 11:00-11:45
Schedule ........................................... Thursday 7:00 – 8:30
4 yrs. . .................................................. Thursday 1:15 – 2:00
Saturday 9:00 – 9:45
5 yrs. (K) . ............................................. Tuesday 3:45 – 4:30
Thursday 3:45 – 4:30
Saturday 10:30 – 11:15
Grade 1 .................................................. Tuesday 4:30 – 5:15
Thursday 4:30 – 5:15
Saturday 11:15 – 12:00
Grade 2 . ................................................ Tuesday 5:15 – 6:00
(Recorder I)
Thursday 5:15 – 6:00
Saturday 12:45 – 1:30
Grade 3 . ............................................... Tuesday 6:00 – 6:45
(Recorder II)
Thursday 6:00 – 6:45
Saturday 1:30 – 2:15
Grade 4 . .............................................. Saturday 2:15 – 3:00
(Recorder III)
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Kodaly Program
Based on the use of the unaccompanied singing voice, it
develops accuracy of pitch as well as teaching, writing, and
listening skills. It thus forms a solid basis for every kind of
music study. At the pre-school and kindergarten levels, the
emphasis is on action songs and carefully chosen games
to form the foundation of musical skills. Children learn to
recognize melodic and harmonic relationships between
pitches through their experience with simple folk material,
songs, and games. Hand signs are used as a visual aid to help
establish pitch, and the use of signs with both hands helps
teach intervals and independent part-singing.
VAM offers nine levels of sequential instruction beginning
at the pre-school level.
Children must be 3 1/2 years of age by September 1st, 2014
Fees
Class fees per semester.
Schedule
Prep 1 (5 yrs.) / Prep 3 .................... Wednesday, 4:45 – 5:30
Saturday 10:30 – 11:15
Saturday, 1:15 – 2:00
Reading 1 / Reading 2 ............................ Monday 6:30 - 7:15
(Late Entry)
Wednesday 5:30 – 6:15
Reading 1 ............................................. Tuesday, 4:00 – 4:45
Saturday, 9:45 – 10:30
Reading 2 ............................................. Monday 4:45 – 5:30
Tuesday, 4:45 – 5:30
Saturday 9:00 – 9:45
Reading 3 ............................................ Monday, 4:00 – 4:45
Tuesday 5:30 – 6:15
Saturday, 11:30 – 12:15
16 Classes
Reading 4 ........................................Wednesday, 4:00 – 4:45
Kodaly
Stand-alone…………….…................................................ $260
VAM Lesson Rate……..…................................................. $130
Reading 5,6 & 7 .................................... Monday, 5:30 – 6:15
Schedule
Prep 1 (3 1/2 - 4 yrs.) .......................... Monday, 11:15 – 12:00
Monday, 12:30 – 1:15
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Suzuki Program
Dr. Shinichi Suzuki developed a program of music instruction
for young children based upon the belief that children can
learn to play musical instruments as naturally and effectively
as they learn to speak. Dr. Suzuki believed that the environment
a child lives in is of supreme importance to the development
of learned skills. Musical skills can be nurtured at home by
parents in the same way many other skills are developed. Suzuki
parents attend lessons with their children, and become
acquainted with the ideas and techniques introduced by the
teacher so that they can carry through the learning process
in daily practice at home. Parental support is vital to the
musical development of Suzuki students.
Pre-registration meetings with parents are held before
students are enrolled in Suzuki violin, viola, cello, harp, and
piano. After enrolment, parents and children attend group
preparation classes which explain the fundamental skills
of playing, demonstrate care and handling of instruments,
and introduce ideas regarding how parents and children
can work together to foster an interest in music. Individual
lessons begin when it is agreed that the child is ready to
learn to play and the parent is ready to make the necessary
commitment to assist.
Once the student can play the beginning pieces, a weekly
group performance class takes the place of the group
preparation class.
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Fees
Individual lesson and class fees per semester.
Suzuki Violin, Viola and Cello
16 Classes
Preparatory Class ......................................................... $240
18 Lessons
30 minute lessons (Beginner Level) ............................ $700
45 minute lessons (Intermediate Level) .................... $1050
60 minute lessons (Advance Level) ........................... $1395
Piano
Preparatory Class (1st semester only)
16 Classes
.... $240
Suzuki Group Piano (2nd semester only) .................... $335
18 Lessons
30 minute lessons ........................................................ $700
45 minute lessons (Bk.3-4) ........................................ $1050
60 minute lessons (Bk.5 & above) ............................. $1395
Flute
18 Lessons
30 minute lessons ........................................................ $700
45 minute lessons (Suzuki Book Level 4-8) . ............. $1050
60 minute lessons (Suzuki Book Level 9 & above) ..... $1395
Harp
16 Classes per year
Bi-Weekly Classes ........................................................ $400
Schedule
Violin
Violin Preparation............................Wednesday 9:45 - 10:30
Wednesday 4:00 - 4:45
Saturday 9:00 - 9:45
Performance 10..................................Saturday 9:45 – 10:30
Performance 9..................................... Saturday 9:00 – 9:45
Performance 8.......................................Tuesday 4:00 – 4:45
Performance 7....................................Saturday 9:45 – 10:30
Performance 6................................. Wednesday 4:00 – 4:45
Performance 5...................................Wednesday 4:45 - 5:30
Performance 4.......................................Tuesday 4:00 – 4:45
Performance 3.....................................Thursday 4:45 – 5:30
Performance 2................................. Wednesday 4:00 – 4:45
Performance 1/Technique..................... Thursday 4:00-5:00
Viola
Viola Preparation.....................................Monday 4:15 - 5:00
Saturday 12:00 - 12:45
Performance 1....................................... Saturday 11:15-12:00
Performance 2........................................ Tuesday 4:45 - 5:30
Performance 3.........................................Monday 5:15 - 6:00
Performance 4 & 5.................................. Monday 5:45 - 6:30
Piano
Piano Preparation (1st semester only)...... Friday 4:00 – 4:45
Friday 4:45 – 5:30
Saturday 10:30 – 11:15
Saturday 2:30 – 3:15
Suzuki Group Piano (2nd semester only)...Friday 4:00 – 4:45
Friday 4:45 – 5:30
Saturday 10:15 – 11:00
Saturday 2:30 – 3:15
Flute
Preparation/Performance 1............... Saturday 12:45 – 1:30
Performance 2................................... Saturday 10:30 – 11:15
Performance 3.................................. Wednesday 4:30 – 5:15
Harp
Ensemble (bi-weekly)........................... Saturday 1:45 – 2:45
Cello
Cello Preparation.................................Thursday 4:00 – 4:45
Performance 1........................................Tuesday 4:00 – 4:45
Performance 2.......................................Tuesday 4:45 – 5:30
Performance 3.......................................Monday 4:00 – 4:45
Performance 4....................................... Monday 4:45 – 5:30
Performance 5.................................. Wednesday 4:30 – 5:15
Performance 6.......................................Tuesday 4:00 – 4:45
Performance 7.......................................Monday 4:00 – 4:45
Intermediate Technique/Ensemble....Thursday 4:00 – 4:45
Advanced Technique/Ensemble.......Wednesday 5:15 – 6:15
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VAM Orchestra Program
Orchestra Percussion Ensemble
Fees
Class fees per semester.
Orchestra Percussion Ensemble provides an engaging and
supportive environment for students to learn the percussion
instruments of the orchestra. The ensemble will perform
with VAM’s Junior and Intermediate Orchestra. This program
is ideal for pianists interested in experiencing the thrill of
orchestral playing.
VAM Pre-Junior Symphony
Stand-alone…………….…................................................ $260
VAM Lesson Rate……..…................................................. $130
VAM Junior Symphony
Stand-alone…………….…................................................ $260
VAM Lesson Rate……..…................................................. $130
VAM Intermediate Symphony
Stand-alone…………….…................................................ $260
VAM Lesson Rate……..…................................................. $130
Fees
Class fees per semester.
Percussion Ensemble
Stand-alone…………….…................................................ $260
VAM Lesson Rate……..…................................................. $130
Schedule............................................... Thursday 6:30-8:00
VAM Symphony Orchestra
Stand-alone…………….…................................................ $260
VAM Lesson Rate……..…................................................. $130
Schedule
VAM Pre-Junior Symphony...................Thursday 5:00-6:00
VAM Junior Symphony........................... Thursday 6:00-700
VAM Intermediate Symphony................Thursday 5:30-7:00
VAM Symphony Orchestra.......................... Friday 4:30-7:00
Conducting
Assistant conductor of the Vancouver Opera, and director/
conductor of both the Vancouver Bach Choir and VAM
Symphony Orchestra, Maestro Leslie Dala is one of Canada’s
most active young conductors. Within a private lesson
format, Mr. Dala will cover conductor essentials: baton
technique, score reading, orchestration and rehearsal
preparation.
Fees
$65.00 per 60 minute lesson
Schedule
to be arranged between Mr. Dala and student
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Dal Richards’ School of Swing
Jazz Orchestra
The Dal Richards School of Swing offers students the
opportunity to explore improvisation and swing in an
ensemble and small class setting. The Jazz Orchestra is an
auditioned ensemble that focuses on classic repertoire from
the Count Basie and Ellington libraries as well as a survey of
more contemporary compositions. Director and trombonist
Ellen Marple is joined by Alan Matheson (Rhythm), Alison
Gorman (Trumpet) and Bryan Milks (Saxophone). For
students who are not quite ready to join the Jazz Orchestra,
the Introduction to Swing class offers the space to learn
about style and improvisation at a more relaxed pace in the
context of a small swing band.
Fees
Class fees per semester.
16 Classes
School of Swing
Stand-alone…………….…................................................ $260
VAM Lesson Rate……..…................................................. $130
Schedule............................................ Saturday, 2:00 – 5:00
Master Class
Ensemble Class
Fees
Class fees per semester.
Fees
Class fees per semester.
Master Class
Stand-alone…………….…................................................ $260
VAM Lesson Rate……..…................................................. $130
Guitar Ensemble
Stand-alone…………….…................................................ $260
VAM Lesson Rate……..…................................................. $130
Schedule
Guerneri Seminar
With Nicholas Wright............................. Thursday 7:00-8:30
Cello Ensemble
Stand-alone…………….…................................................ $260
VAM Lesson Rate……..…................................................. $130
Stradivari Seminar
With Lawrie Hill...................................... Thursday 4:00-5:30
Class fee per academic year
Harp Ensemble (per year)............................................ $150
Cello with Elworthy/Barnes.................... Tuesday 5:00-6:30
Piano with Lee Kum-Sing................... Wednesday 5:00-7:00
Advanced
Voice with David Meek........................ Wednesday 1:00-4:00
Advanced
Schedule
Guitar Ensemble (Adult only)............. Wednesday 6:00-7:00
Thursday 5:00-5:45
Cello Ensemble (Bi-weekly)............... Wednesday 6:00-7:30
Harp Ensemble (Bi-weekly)................... Saturday 3:00-4:00
Club Choir
Club Choir is open to all students age six and above who have
special interest in singing in a group. A total of 12 classes
will be provided in a setting where students are exposed
to vocal training through fun, interactive exercises and
activities. Students will use movement and singing to explore
basic musical concepts such as tempo, rhythm, dynamics,
phrasing, form and melody. Parents and guardians will be
Fiddle Class
invited for the final performance at the end of the year.
Fiddle class offers students a fun and exciting way to learn in
a group setting using ‘The Session’ style of learning. All music
will be taught by ear, but sheet music will also be available.
A focus will be placed on learning distinct styles of fiddling
from around the world, with an emphasis on ornamentation
(lilts, slurs, and slides), bowing patterns, technique, posture,
positions, feel, and more complex multiple-part harmonies.
Fees
Class fees per semester.
Fees
Class fees per semester.
12 Classes
16 Classes
Club Choir
Stand-alone…………….…................................................ $260
VAM Lesson Rate……..…................................................. $130
Fiddle Class
Stand-alone…………….…................................................ $260
VAM Lesson Rate……..…................................................. $130
Schedule ................................................Saturday 1:30-2:30
Schedule..................................................Monday 6:00-7:30
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Chamber Music Institute
Andrew Dawes, Director
Music Theory Program
(Rudiments)
Fees
Class fees per semester.
A complete range of theory classes designed to meet the
requirements of The Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM) are
offered at VAM. Rules and regulations governing the conduct of
examinations can be found in the RCM’s yearly syllabus. Students
wishing to enroll in these classes are asked to make arrangements
to write an examination for acceptance and placement.
Children must be 7 yrs. or older to enroll.
Chamber Music
Stand-alone…………….…................................................ $260
VAM Lesson Rate……..…................................................. $130
Schedule
Chamber Music – One hour coaching weekly TBA and one
master class monthly
Fees
Class fees per semester.
Music Therapy
Rudiments
Stand-alone…………….…................................................ $260
VAM Lesson Rate……..…................................................. $130
Music therapy provides students with opportunities to
develop a broad range of skills through music, from
communication to self-esteem, motor skills to emotional
wellbeing, cognitive functioning to social skills.
Fee
$80 per session (minimum of 6 sessions recommended)
Assessment
No charge
Schedule
To be arranged between Miss Arai and student.
Per Semester
Schedule
Musicianship
14 weeks....................................................Tuesday 4:00 – 5:00
14 weeks.......................................................Friday 4:00 – 5:00
14 weeks............................................. Saturday 9:00 – 10:00
14 weeks..............................................Saturday 3:00 - 4:00*
* 1st semester only
Basic Rudiments 14 weeks................................................... Tuesday 5:30 –7:00*
*1st semester only
14 weeks.................................................Saturday 9:00 – 10:30
14 weeks................................................. Saturday 3:00-4:30**
** 2nd semester only
32 weeks............................................. Wednesday 4:00 – 5:00
Intermediate Rudiments
14 weeks................................................. Tuesday 5:30 –7:00**
** 2nd semester only
14 weeks....................................................... Friday 5:00 –6:30*
* 1st semester only
14 weeks............................................Saturday 10:30 – 12:00
32 weeks............................................. Wednesday 5:00 – 6:00
Advanced Rudiments
14 weeks...................................................... Friday 5:00-6:30**
** 2nd semester only
14 weeks....................................................Saturday 12:30-2:00
32 weeks................................................ Wednesday 6:00-7:00
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Music Theory Program
(Harmony)
Music History Program
Fees
Class fees per semester. All Harmony classes are full year
unless otherwise stated.
Per Semester
Harmony
Stand-alone…………….…................................................ $260
VAM Lesson Rate……..…................................................. $130
Schedule
Basic Harmony
25 weeks ................................................... Monday 4:00 – 5:15
32 weeks.............................................. Saturday 10:00 – 11:00
Intermediate Harmony
25 weeks ................................................... Monday 5:15 – 6:30
32 weeks...............................................Saturday 11:00 – 12:00
Advanced Harmony
25 weeks ................................................... Monday 6:30 – 7:45
Counterpoint & Analysis
Fees
Class fees per semester.
16 Classes
Counterpoint
Stand-alone…………….…................................................ $260
VAM Lesson Rate……..…................................................. $130
A complete range of history classes designed to meet the
requirements of The Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM) are
offered at VAM. Rules and regulations governing the conduct
of examinations can be found in the RCM’s yearly syllabus.
Students wishing to enroll in these classes are asked to
make arrangements to write an examination for acceptance
and placement.
Fees
Class fees per semester. Students must be 12 years
or older to enroll
16 Classes
History
Stand-alone…………….…................................................ $260
VAM Lesson Rate……..…................................................. $130
Schedule
Music History I (12 yrs. & up) . ............. Tuesday 5:00 – 6:00
Music History II .................................... Tuesday 4:00 – 5:00
Music History III ..................................Saturday 2:00 – 3:00
Individual Instruction Rate for Music Theory and
Music History Program
30 minute lessons ...........................................................$30
45 minute lessons............................................................$45
60 minute lessons........................................................... $60
Analysis
Stand-alone…………….…................................................ $260
VAM Lesson Rate……..…................................................. $130
Schedule
Counterpoint ......................................Saturday 12:30 – 2:00*
* 1st semester only
Analysis .............................................Saturday 12:30 – 2:00**
** 2nd semester only
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Ballet Program
The ballet program is an integrated part of VAM’s curriculum.
Classical ballet training is offered to students 3.5 years and
older from beginner to pre-professional level. The program
is directed by Alice Gerbrecht, a former dancer with the
Ballet Theatre of Boston, the Louisville Ballet and a member
of Flamenco Rosario. The VAM ballet program offers a
structured training environment with the flexibility of
allowing for the individual’s goals. Discipline, self confidence
and artistic expression are combined with musicality and
physical development in the training of each student. From
the aspiring professional to the recreational dancer, students
receive nurturing instruction from professional faculty.
All applicants for admission who are age 7 and over will be
asked to attend a placement class. Students over twelve
years of age who are new to VAM should have a minimum
of two years ballet study before applying.
Schedule
Pre-Ballet 1 (3 1/2 - 4 yrs.) ................... Monday 9:15 – 10:00
Tuesday 4:00 – 4:45
Saturday 10:45 – 11:30
Pre-Ballet 2 (4 1/2 yrs.) . ....................... Monday 9:15 –10:00
Tuesday 4:00 – 4:45
Saturday 10:45 – 11:30
Primary (5 1/2 yrs.) ............................. Thursday 5:00 – 5:45
Saturday 9:00 – 9:45
*Elementary 1 (6 1/2 yrs.) . ................... Saturday 9:45-10:45
(Exam Class) ........................................Thursday 5:45-6:45
*Elementary 2 .........................................Saturday 1:30-2:30
(Exam Class)........................................ Thursday 4:00-5:00
Fees
Ballet Program comprises of three twelve-week semesters.
Children must be 3 1/2 years of age by September 1st, 2014
*Elementary 3 .........................................Saturday 1:30-2:30
(Exam Class)........................................ Thursday 4:00-5:00
**Enrolment in the Performance Ensemble for VAM students is by teacher’s
*Elementary 4 . ........................................ Tuesday 4:45-6:15
Saturday 12:00 – 1:30
recommendation. Students not enrolled in VAM are encouraged to audition.
12 Classes
Levels Pre Ballet 1,2 & Primary...................................... $210
(one class at 45 mins. Weekly)
Levels Elementary 1, 2 & 3 ............................................ $460
(two classes at 60 mins., weekly)
Levels Elementary 4 . .................................................... $690
(two classes at 90 mins., weekly)
*Elementary 5 (Pointe) ....................... Monday 4:30 – 6:15
(Exam Class) ......................................... Friday 4:00 – 5:30
*Intermediate 1 & 2 (Pointe) ............... Monday 6:15 – 8:00
(Exam Class) .......................................... Friday 5:30 – 7:00
**Performance Ensemble .................... Tuesday 6:15 – 8:00
*Students in Elementary 1 and above are recommended to attend a minimum
of two classes/week.
Levels Elementary 5....................................................... $745
(one class at 90 mins. & one class at 105 mins., weekly)
**Enrollment in the Performance Ensemble for VAM students is by teacher’s
recommendation. Student’s not enrolled at VAM are encouraged to audition.
Intermediate 1 & 2 ......................................................... $745
(one class at 90 mins. & one class at 105 mins., weekly)
Performance Ensemble................................................. $405
(students not enrolled in Ballet Program)
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Modern Dance
Introductory Modern Dance classes that use innovative and
fun methods connecting individual passion for movement
with natural flow and technique. Ages 9 and older.
Fee
Class fee per semester 12 Classes
Modern Dance............................................................... $385
Schedule ....................................... Wednesday 5:00 – 6:30
Private Instruction Rate for Ballet Program
60 minute lessons…………….….........................................$80
90 minute lessons……..…............................................... $120
Semi-Private Instruction Rate for Ballet Program
60 minute lessons…………….….........................................$65
90 minute lessons……..…............................................ $97.50
per student
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