vso school of music: summer programs 2016

FOR CHILDREN, FOR ADULTS, FOR FAMILIES, FOR FUN2016

PROGRAMSSUMMER

CLASSICAL | JAZZ | WORLD MUSIC

www.vsoschoolofmusic.ca 3 Please call us for more information. 604.915.93002

Dive into a variety of summer music programs for all ages and stages at Canada’s most exciting music school.

Begin a lifetime engagement with music or deepen skills already acquired in engaging programs for children as young as 3yrs old to adult learners.

In addition to early childhood and youth programs and jazz and classical music offerings for all ages, this summer marks the start of the new Chinese traditional music program, with introductory summer courses that can be continued in the fall of 2016, taught by a superb faculty of artists and teachers of traditional Chinese instruments.

All programs are led by highly-trained, committed and passionate teachers, who are dedicated to helping you or your child get the most out of the summer months in a fun and engaging way.

Embark on a musical excursion with us this summer. Welcome aboard!

- Ms. Curtis Pendleton, Executive Director

HOW TO REGISTER

Visit www.vsoschoolofmusic.ca and register online for our summer

programs. It’s quick and easy. Or call us Mon-Fri 9am-9pm;

Sat 9am-7pm or Sun 11am-5pm at 604.915.9300 for more

information or to let us help you register by phone.

Private lessons are also available on selected instruments and in RCM Exam theory and history prep throughout the summer. Please inquire for the options available.

Set sail on a musical adventure

this summer!


For Children and Families

For ADULTS and HIGH SCHOOL - AGE STUDENTS

Colourstrings World Music Explorers

Meet the Orchestra

Jazz It Up!

Golden Melodies: Intro to Chinese Music & Instruments

Meet the Cello

Meet the Violin

ColourRhythm Percussion Camp

Parent & Child Piano Lessons

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Strings in the Evenings

Acoustic Guitar Workshop

Jazz Workshops

Music of Ancient China: Play the Erhu or the Zheng

Songs of Summer

Jul 4-8 & Jul 11-14

Jul 4-8 & Aug 15-19

Jul 18-22

Aug 8-12

Aug 8-12

Aug 15-19

Aug 22-26

Dates through Jul & Aug

Jul 7-Aug 4

Jul 11-15

Jul 18-22 & Jul 25-29

Aug 8-25

Aug 22-26 & Aug 29-Sep 2

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2016

PROGRAMS CALENDARSUMMER


Summer CalendarColourstrings World Music Explorers

Meet the Orchestra Music Camp



Adult Acoustic Guitar Workshop

Jazz It Up!

Jazz Workshops

Jazz Workshops

Golden Melodies: Intro to Chinese Instruments

Meet the Cello

Music of Ancient China: Play the Zheng

Music of Ancient China: Play the Erhu


Meet the Violin


Songs of Summer: Anything Goes

Songs of Summer: Bel Canto

9:30am-12:15pm

1:30-4:30pm

6:30-8:45pm

9:30am-12:15pm

6-8pm

9am-12pm

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

9:30am-12pm

11am-12:30pm / 2-3:30pm

6:30-8pm

10-11:30am

9:30am-12:30pm

10:30am-12pm / 1-2:30pm

9:30am-12pm

1-9pm (flexible schedule)

1-9pm (flexible schedule)

Jul 4-8

Jul 4-8

Jul 7-Aug 4

Jul 11-15

Jul 11-15

Jul 18-22

Jul 18-22

Jul 25-29

Aug 8-12

Aug 8-12

Aug 8-24

Aug 9-25

Aug 15-19

Aug 15-19

Aug 22-26

Aug 22-26

Aug 29-Sep 2


Recommended for: Children 3–8yrs old (will be grouped by age). No previous musical experience required.Instructors: Laura Hasthorpe CST, Music; Melanie Barker, Visual Arts; Stephanie Swinnard, DramaFee: $210 per week

Integrating music, movement and visual art, children learn to express themselves using Colourstrings educational principles. They will build core musical skills as they become intrepid ‘explorers’ on an adventure weaving singing, movement, percussion, games, drama and art into a traditional story from around the world, with a short performance on the last day. Each week will focus on a different world region, so participants can either attend a single week, or both weeks.

Children should bring a drink and snacks and dress appropriately to get messy or bring art clothes.

Minimum enrollment required.

Jul 4-8 AND/OR Jul 11-15Mon-Fri 9:30am-12:15pm

Jul 4-8, 1:30-4:30pm AND/ORAug 15-19, 9:30am-12:30pm

Recommended for: Children age 5-9yrs old. No previous musical experience required.Instructors: Ross Curran, Holly Duff Fee: $210 per week

Combining music, movement, drama and speech in the time-tested ‘Orff Approach’ to music education, this class incorporates learning music into a child’s natural world of play. Children in the early grades will learn music fundamentals and instrumental playing through musical games and activities. An ‘instrument of the day’ gives kids an up-close-and personal experience of selected instruments of the orchestra.

Children should bring a water bottle, snack and dress appropriately for movement and art activities.






Aug 8-12 Mon-Fri 9:30am-12pm

Jul 18-22, Mon-Fri 9am-12pm (students accompanied by a parent are invited to stay from 12:30pm until 2pm daily, to hear lunchtime jam sessions and jazz faculty performances.) Recommended for: Children 7-10yrs old.

No musical experience required.Instructors: Dr. Gloria Wong (zheng, dizi); Nicole Li (erhu) and additional Chinese Music Program faculty Fee: $250

Introducing the enchanting world of the Chinese orchestra, this program includes group lessons on erhu, zheng, dizi and percussion instruments, visual and audio presentations, Chinese origin stories and a calligraphy art project. The week of musical discovery will culminate in a short performance paired with an exhibit of the children’s calligraphy.


Recommended for: Children age 10-14yrs old, who play an instrument, sing, or who just love music! Those who play an instrument are encouraged to bring it. No previous jazz experience required. Instructors: Bill Clark and guest jazz faculty instructors Fee: $210

Designed for kids who like to make up their own music, this program leads kids through guided improvisation in the language of jazz, through playing, improvising and having fun together. Participants will learn the secrets of “getting into the groove” and creating music on the spot, and will work together to create a special piece to be shared in a lunchtime concert on the final day.


2016 SUMMER PROGRAMVSO SCHOOL OF MUSIC

Golden Melodies: Intro to Chinese Instruments

Jazz It Up! NEWNEW


Recommended for: Children ages 6-10yrs old interested in beginning the cello. No previous musical experience necessary.Instructor: Robin Copas Fee: $165

If your child is curious about the cello, this fun 5-day course will get them started the right way under the guidance of an experienced instructor in a group setting. Beginners will learn the basic techniques of holding and playing the instrument and engage in fun musical games and activities. Parents are encouraged to observe the classes, and attend an informal sharing of the week’s achievements on the last day.

Cellos can be rented through the VSO School of Music for $20 for the week.


Aug 8-12 Mon-Fri 11am-12:30pm (for 6-8yrs old) OR 2-3:30pm (for 8-10yrs old)

Aug 15-19Mon-Fri 10:30am-12pm (for 5-7yrs old)OR 1-2:30pm (for 7-9yrs old)

Recommended for: Children ages 5-9yrs old interested in beginning the violin. No previous musical experience necessary.Instructor: Hannah Chung Fee: $165

If your child would like to try out the violin, these introductory classes will give them the right foundation to see if this instrument is right for them. Beginners will learn the basic techniques of holding and playing the violin and engage in fun musical games and activities. Parents are encouraged to observe the classes, and attend an informal sharing of the week’s achievements on the last day.

Violins can be rented through the VSO School of Music for $10 for the week.



Meet the Cello Meet the Violin


Recommended for: Children 5-8yrs old. No musical experience required. Instructors: Cheryl Dennett CST, Music; Melanie Barker, Visual ArtsFee: $225

Using body percussion, voices, traditional instruments (pitched and un-pitched) and by creating their own hand-made instruments, children will unleash their ‘inner percussionists’! Essential musical concepts of playing together in a group, keeping a steady beat, exploring rhythms, percussion technique and more will be learned through games, songs and stories, exploring the world of rhythmic possibilities that is all around us.

Children should bring a snack and dress in play clothes.




Aug 22-26 Mon-Fri 9:30am-12pm

30 or 60min weekly lessons during July AND/OR August. Sat 10am-12pm OR Wed 5-7pm

Recommended for: Children 4-8yrs old with their parents. Absolute beginner level.Instructors: Various Fee: $150/$300 (4-lesson package of 30min or 60min lessons)

Make learning to make music a family affair. These specially-designed lessons give children and parents a chance to learn together, equipping parents with the basic tools to help children in their daily practice and providing a musical bond that will last a lifetime.

Minimum 4 lesson package at any time within the above dates, with the option to add additional lessons.

Parent and Child Piano lessons


Recommended for: Adult beginner- intermediate level Violin, Viola and Cello players. RCM grade 3-6 / Suzuki Bk. 2-5Instructors: Cicely Nelson (violin); Robin Copas (cello) Fee: $275

Adult amateur string players can improve their skills in this relaxed evening “camp”, playing in duos, trios or larger chamber groups, rehearsing specially-arranged music tailored to each level, all in an encouraging and engaging environment. Each week will have a group instrumental technique class and coached rehearsals. There will be an informal performance on the last day to share with friends and family.


Jul 7 - Aug 4 Thursdays 6:30-8:45pm

Jul 11-15 Mon-Fri 6-8pm

Recommended for: Adults (16yrs+) with at least 1yr guitar experience. Basic note reading is an asset but not required. Must have own classical / acoustic guitar with nylon strings.Instructors: Stanton Jack with guest artist Bill Coon Fee: $250

Acoustic guitarists come together to learn, perform, and play in this supportive guitar ensemble for beginner to intermediate guitarists, covering a variety of different styles and techniques from across the world. The workshop includes a special group session with acclaimed jazz guitarist Bill Coon, and ends with a group performance for friends and family in Pyatt Hall.


For Adults and High School-age Students


Acoustic Guitar Workshop


Recommended for: Adult amateur and high school instrumentalists and vocalists: Bass, guitar, drums, piano, voice, & brass / woodwinds. Should have at least 2 years’ experience on your instrument.Instructors: Jodi Proznick, Bass; Miles Black, Piano; Bill Coon, Guitar; Kelly Proznick, Vocals; Steve Maddock, Vocals; Jesse Cahill, Drums; Rod Murray, Kent Wallace, Brass; Steve Kaldestad, Woodwinds & Big BandFee: $550 per week

Find your groove and polish your chops in these exuberant 5-day Jazz Workshops under the guidance of Canada’s ‘A-list’ of jazz players and instructors. All participants take part in a combo, play in the big band, participate in masterclasses for your instrument or voice, delve into practical jazz theory and history and hear how the ‘pros’ do it in a daily faculty performance. Sessions on unlocking your best performance include banishing performance anxiety and freeing yourself to feel the physicality of Jazz. Students may attend one or both sessions. Each session ends with a Friday evening performance at beautiful Pyatt Hall featuring all combos and faculty.

NEW THIS YEAR: The workshops include special sessions on Afro-Cuban Rhythms (Week 1) and New Orleans Jazz (Week 2)



Jazz Workshops

Jul 18-22 AND/OR Jul 25-29 Mon-Fri 9am-5pm (evening concert on last day)


Recommended for: Adults with an interest in learning Chinese traditional music. No experience required.Instructors: Min Lin (Zheng); Yun Song (Erhu) Fee: $295

Explore one or both of these fascinating Chinese instruments in a sociable and supportive environment of introductory group lessons for adults. Basic concepts will be covered including: how to tune the instrument, posture and playing techniques, introduction to cipher notation (Chinese music notation), and learning repertoire by ear. There will be an informal presentation at the end of the course to share and celebrate student achievement.

Erhu ($25) and Zheng ($50) rental for the week is available. Please contact us for details.


For Adults and High School-age Students

Aug 8-25ZHENG: Mon & Wed, 6:30-8pm ERHU: Tue & Thu 10-11:30am

Music of Ancient China: Play the Erhu or Zheng 古典中樂: 二胡或古箏

NEW


Recommended for: Adults and ages 13+. Students must bring two prepared songs to work on for each session.Instructors: Diane King; Kevin Zakresky. Workshops led by Rena Sharon, Alan Corbishley, Helen Hall, Jodi Proznick and Andy TothFee: $450 per week. Participants signing up for both weeks receive a $100 discount ($400 per week)

Build singing technique and vocal health in different song styles with one or both of these concentrated vocal training courses. Both courses include private instruction and classes with master teacher Diane King, coaching and ensemble work with conductor Kevin Zakresky, and group activities with a variety of guest artists.

Week 1 - Anything Goes - Songs from the Great American SongbookThis session explores the great standards that delight singers and audiences alike. The works of Cole Porter, George Gershwin, Irving Berlin and others will form the backdrop for classes on vocal projection, stage presence, improvisation and more. Week 2 - Bel Canto - Art Song, Oratorio, and OperaAn in-depth study of classical vocal repertoire including art song, oratoria and opera. Participants will improve diction, vocal production and will delve deeply into texts and historical content.



Songs of Summer - Voice Intensive

Aug 22-26 AND/OR Aug 29-Sep 2Mon-Fri 1-9pm (create your own flexible schedule)


RegistrationAll registrations will be on a first-come-first-served basis. A student will be registered only when fees for a summer session have been received in full. All summer sessions have minimum enrollment requirements which must be met in order for the class to take place. If you have registered for a class that does not meet its minimum enrollment, you will be notified at least two weeks ahead of the scheduled date and any fees paid will be fully refunded. All instructors are subject to change.

PaymentPayment may be made by Cash, Cheque, Credit or Interac.

Withdrawals & RefundsCapacity at summer sessions is limited. Your tuition payment guarantees your spot. If you need to withdraw after registering, if another student is waiting to take your place, your tuition fee will be refunded. If another student cannot take the spot, then fees paid will be transferred to a School credit, for your use in the following term or year. No credits will be issued if a student withdraws from an activity less than one week before the start date.

Safety & SecurityThe VSO School of Music is committed to providing a safe and secure environment for students, patrons and the general public through:

• Security cameras located in all interior hallways, lobbies and elevator• Electronic access and control system to all instruction rooms• One staff person with first aid training on site at all times

DirectionsThe VSO School of Music is located adjacent to the Orpheum Theatre, in downtown Vancouver onSeymour Street.Address: VSO School of Music, 843 Seymour Street,Vancouver, BC V6B 3L4

Drop-off & ParkingThere is a parkade underneath the VSO School of Music, which has three drop-off and pick-up spaces on the P1 level and a limited number of pay parking spots on the P2 level. The entrance to the parkade is directly beneath the large red square window, on Seymour Street. An elevator can then be taken directly up to the School. There is additional parking located directly across the street, as well as parking meters along Seymour Street.

TransitThe VSO School of Music is conveniently located within easy walking distance from Canada Line, Expo Line and Millennium Line Skytrain Stations. Numerous buses run on Seymour and Granville Streets (4, 6, 7, 10, 14, 16, 17, 50, N9, N10 and N17).

Address: VSO School of Music, 843 Seymour Street,Vancouver, BC V6B 3L4

Phone: 604.915.9300 Email: [email protected]

Executive Director Curtis Pendleton

Assistant DirectorLouise Ironside

RegistrarScott Jeffrey

Registrar Assistant 註冊助理 (英、粵、國語)Anna Chen 陳玥君

Please review our most up-to-date events and information online atwww.vsoschoolofmusic.ca

REGISTRATION AND SCHOOL POLICIES


The VSO School of Music relies on the generosity of donors to maintain and improve the exceptional musical education experiences available to our students. We thank all the students and families who contribute to the continued growth of our musical community, and recognize the generosity of the following Annual Fund supporters:

Virtuoso Circle ($10,000-$19,999)

Accolade Circle ($5,000-$9,999)Mary Anne SigalArthur H. Willms & Mary-Ann ClarkWolrige Foundation

Bravo Circle ($2,500-$4,999)Jeff & Keiko AlexanderClaire HunterGordon & Kelly JohnsonFiona LinHein & Mollie PoulusPatricia & Ken ShieldsEric & Beverley Watt

Honour Roll ($1,000 to $2,499) Friends of the VSO School of Music (up to $999)Jacqueline AntonBernadette BanaresMarie CheongRod & Fusako ConstableLynette CooperThe Daruwala FamilyThomas HobleyElizabeth HunterDiane KingClive LangleyJean LytwynMrs. Christian & Mr. Dan MorrisonMartin O’ConnorCurtis Pendleton & Robert CaronDavid RehorickCaterina RizzoLarissa RutquistRBC (Royal Bank of Canada)Toshiko ShibanoLinda TruemanAlexandra VolkoffMidori Yoshihara

If you would like more information on ways you can help support the school, please contact Curtis Pendleton at [email protected] or on 604.915.9300 ext 114

We thank the following for the establishment of scholarships and bursaries for students at the VSO School of Music:Canadian Federation of University Women, (West Vancouver) HSBCMary Anne Sigal

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