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VAM Handbook & Registration Information

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BUILDING HOURSMonday – Friday: 9:00am - 10:00pmSaturday: 8:00am - 6:00pmSunday: 9:00am - 5:00pm

OFFICE HOURSMonday – Friday: 9:00am - 6:00pmSaturday: 9:00am - 2:00pmSunday: Closed

1270 Chestnut StreetVancouver, B.C. V6J 4R9TEL: (604) 734-2301FAX: (604) 731-1920WEBSITE: vam.caEMAIL: [email protected]

With Generous Support From:

We acknowledge the financial support of the Province of British Columbia.


2014/2015 Schedule IndexPg.3 Academic YearPg. 4 Registration and Tuition FeePg. 5 Admission, Attendance, Bursaries, Refund PolicyPg. 6 Individual Instruction, Class InstructionPg. 7 Learning Mandarin Through Music (LMTM)Pg. 8 Early Childhood Education Program, Language ArtsPg. 9 Brain Boosters Program, VAM Group Piano ProgramPg. 10 VAM Adult Group Piano, RCM Teacher’s Elementary Pedagogy, Orff Program Pg. 11 Kodaly ProgramPg. 12 &13 Suzuki ProgramPg. 14 VAM Orchestra Program, Conducting, Orchestra Percussion Ensemble, Dal Richards’ School of Swing Jazz Orchestra Pg. 15 Club Choir, Fiddle Class, Ensemble Class, Master ClassPg. 16 Chamber Music Institute, Music Therapy, Music Theory Program (Rudiments)Pg. 17 Music Theory Program (Harmony), Counterpoint & Analysis, Music History ProgramPg. 18 Ballet ProgramPg. 19 Modern Dance

2014/2015 Academic YearSeptember 02 ................................First Day of InstructionOctober 13 ......................................Thanksgiving Day HolidayNovember 11 ..................................Remembrance Day HolidayDecember 22 – January 04 ...........Winter BreakJanuary 05 .....................................Classes/Individual Lessons ResumeFebruary 09 ....................................Family Day - Individual Lessons OnlyMarch 16 - March 22 .......................Spring BreakMarch 23 ........................................Classes ResumeApril 03 – April 05 .........................Easter HolidaysApril 06 ...........................................Easter Monday - Individual Lessons OnlyMay 18 ............................................Victoria Day - Individual Lessons OnlyJune 30 ..........................................Academic Year Ends


Welcome to the Vancouver Academy of MusicThe 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.

Registration and Tuition FeesEach 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.


AdmissionRegistration is for a full academic year which consists of two semesters.

September – January = First semester February – June = Second semester

For Ballet students, the year is divided into three twelve-week 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

AttendanceRegular 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.

Bursaries 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.

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 PolicyPLEASE 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% refund2 week attendance: 80% refund3 week attendance: 65% refund4 week attendance: 40% refund

No refunds will be made after the Fourth week

Withdrawals from Individual Instruction:1 week attendance: 90% refund2 week attendance: 80% refund3 week attendance: 70% refund4 week attendance: 60% refund5 week attendance: 50% refund6 week attendance: 40% refund7 week attendance: 30% refund8 week attendance: 20% refund9 week attendance: 10% refund

No refunds will be made after the Ninth week


Individual InstructionVAM is open seven days a week. Individual Instruction times are to be arranged with the teacher.

Individual Instruction fees per semester. 18 Lessons30 minute lessons ....................................................... $70045 minute lessons .......................................................$105060 minute lessons ..................................................... $1395

60 minute lessons with Department Head $1920(fee include lessons and master classes)

Instruction available for the following instrument:

Violin TrumpetViola TromboneCello TubaDouble Bass PercussionFlute PianoOboe HarpClarinet Voice Bassoon Classical Guitar Saxophone Conducting French Horn Music Therapy

Individual Adult InstructionFees reflect cost per lesson.

30 minute lessons ..................................................... $32.5045 minute lessons ......................................................$48.7560 minute lessons ..................................................... $65.00

Class Instruction Semester based class fees are divided into two categories:Stand-alone: Rate for class instruction onlyVAM Lesson Rate: Rate for students registered at VAM for individual lessons

Stand-alone VAM Lesson Rate RateMusic Theory (Rudiments) $260 ................. $130Music Theory (Harmony) $260 ................. $130Music History $260 ................. $130Counterpoint & Analysis $260 ................. $130Brain Boosters Program $460 .................$460Orff $260 ................. $130Kodaly $260 ................. $130Group Piano Program $415 ................. $415Club Choir $260 ................. $130Fiddle Class $260 ................. $130Learning Mandarin Through Music $520 .................$520Orchestra Percussion Ensemble $260 ................. $130Guitar Ensemble $260 ................. $130Cello Ensemble $260 ................. $130Master Class in piano, voice, cello, violin $260 ................. $130Chamber Music Institute $260 ................. $130School of Swing – Jazz Orchestra $260 ................. $130VAM Pre-Junior Symphony $260 ................. $130 VAM Junior Symphony $260 ................. $130VAM Intermediate Symphony $260 ................. $130VAM Symphony Orchestra $260 ................. $130

All classes are subject to minimum enrolment and eligibility.


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 sym-bols 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.

FeesClass fees per semester. 16 Classes

LMTM ........................................................................... $520

Schedule

Ages 3-6 yrs. ..................................Saturday, 10:40 – 12:10 Saturday, 2:30 – 4:00Ages 6-9 yrs. ...................................Saturday, 9:00 – 10:30 Saturday, 4:10 – 5:40


Early ChildhoodEducation Program“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.

FeesClass fees per session. 16 Classes

Bach Babies ................................................................. $160Mozart Mites ................................................................ $160Rossini Rascals ............................................................ $160

ScheduleBach Babies ........................................ Monday 9:00 – 9:45(3-18mths.) ......................................... Tuesday 9:00 – 9:45

Mozart Mites .................................... Monday 10:00 – 10:45(18mths-3yrs.) ....................................Tuesday 10:00 – 10:45

Rossini Rascals ............................... Thursday 11:00 – 11:45(3yrs-4 yrs.)

Language ArtsWriter’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.

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.


Writer’s Circle .............................................................$260Reading Power & Language Arts ...............................$260

ScheduleWriter’s Circle……………………………..… .. Saturday 1:30-2:15Reading Power & Language Arts ....... Saturday 2:15-3:00


Brain Boosters ProgramBrain 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

Children must be 4 years of age by September 1st, 2014


Brain Boosters .............................................................. $460Brain Boosters Math (BB Math) ................................... $460

ScheduleBrain 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

VAM Group Piano ProgramGroup 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 30th, 2014

FeeClass fee per semester. 16 Classes

VAM Group Piano ........................................................ $415

ScheduleYear IAges 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 PianoFeeClass fee per session. 8 Classes

VAM Adult Group Piano (Beginners) .......................... $210

Schedule ....................................... Wednesday 7:00 – 8:00

RCM Teacher’s Elementary PedagogyTeacher’s Elementary Pedagogy Term One:Teachers’ Written Elementary

Teacher’s Elementary Pedagogy Term Two:Teachers’ Elementary Viva Voce Fee 16 ClassesClass fee per semester. ................................................ $640 Schedule .......................................... Thursday 7:00 – 8:30

Orff ProgramThe 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.

Children must be 3 1/2 years of age by September 1st, 2014

FeesClass fees per semester. 16 Classes Orff Stand-alone…………….… ............................................... $260VAM Lesson Rate……..….. .............................................. $130

Schedule3 1/2 - 4 yrs. ........................................ Saturday 9:45 – 10:30 Sunday 11:00-11:45

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 ProgramBased 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


KodalyStand-alone…………….… ............................................... $260VAM Lesson Rate……..….. .............................................. $130

SchedulePrep 1 (3 1/2 - 4 yrs.) ......................... Monday, 11:15 – 12:00 Monday, 12:30 – 1:15

SchedulePrep 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

Reading 4 .......................................Wednesday, 4:00 – 4:45

Reading 5,6 & 7 ................................... Monday, 5:30 – 6:15

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Suzuki ProgramDr. 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.

FeesIndividual lesson and class fees per semester.

Suzuki Violin, Viola and Cello 16 ClassesPreparatory Class ........................................................ $240

18 Lessons30 minute lessons (Beginner Level) ........................... $70045 minute lessons (Intermediate Level) ................... $105060 minute lessons (Advance Level) .......................... $1395

Piano 16 ClassesPreparatory Class (1st semester only) ... $240

Suzuki Group Piano (2nd semester only) ................... $335

18 Lessons30 minute lessons ....................................................... $70045 minute lessons (Bk.3-4) ....................................... $105060 minute lessons (Bk.5 & above) ............................ $1395

Flute 18 Lessons30 minute lessons ....................................................... $70045 minute lessons (Suzuki Book Level 4-8) .............. $105060 minute lessons (Suzuki Book Level 9 & above) .... $1395

Harp 16 Classes per yearBi-Weekly Classes ....................................................... $400

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ScheduleViolinViolin Preparation ...........................Wednesday 9:45 - 10:30 Wednesday 4:00 - 4:45 Saturday 9:00 - 9:45Performance 10 .................................Saturday 9:45 – 10:30Performance 9 .................................... Saturday 9:00 – 9:45Performance 8 ......................................Tuesday 4:00 – 4:45Performance 7 ...................................Saturday 9:45 – 10:30Performance 6 ................................ Wednesday 4:00 – 4:45Performance 5 ..................................Wednesday 4:45 - 5:30Performance 4 ......................................Tuesday 4:00 – 4:45Performance 3 ....................................Thursday 4:45 – 5:30Performance 2 ................................ Wednesday 4:00 – 4:45Performance 1/Technique .................... Thursday 4:00-5:00

ViolaViola Preparation ....................................Monday 4:15 - 5:00 Saturday 12:00 - 12:45Performance 1 ...................................... Saturday 11:15-12:00Performance 2 ....................................... Tuesday 4:45 - 5:30Performance 3 ........................................Monday 5:15 - 6:00Performance 4 & 5 ................................. Monday 5:45 - 6:30

CelloCello 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 – 4:45Performance 7 ......................................Monday 4:00 – 4:45 Intermediate Technique/Ensemble ...Thursday 4:00 – 4:45 Advanced Technique/Ensemble ......Wednesday 5:15 – 6:15

PianoPiano 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

FlutePreparation/Performance 1 .............. Saturday 12:45 – 1:30 Performance 2 .................................. Saturday 10:30 – 11:15 Performance 3 ................................. Wednesday 4:30 – 5:15

HarpEnsemble (bi-weekly) .......................... Saturday 1:45 – 2:45

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VAM Orchestra ProgramFeesClass fees per semester.

VAM Pre-Junior SymphonyStand-alone…………….… ............................................... $260VAM Lesson Rate……..….. .............................................. $130

VAM Junior SymphonyStand-alone…………….… ............................................... $260VAM Lesson Rate……..….. .............................................. $130

VAM Intermediate SymphonyStand-alone…………….… ............................................... $260VAM Lesson Rate……..….. .............................................. $130

VAM Symphony OrchestraStand-alone…………….… ............................................... $260VAM Lesson Rate……..….. .............................................. $130

ScheduleVAM Pre-Junior Symphony................... Thursday 5:00-6:00VAM Junior Symphony .......................... Thursday 6:00-700VAM Intermediate Symphony ...............Thursday 5:30-7:00VAM Symphony Orchestra ......................... Friday 4:30-7:00

ConductingAssistant 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

Scheduleto be arranged between Mr. Dala and student

Orchestra Percussion EnsembleOrchestra 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.

FeesClass fees per semester.

Percussion EnsembleStand-alone…………….… ............................................... $260VAM Lesson Rate……..….. .............................................. $130

Schedule .............................................. Thursday 6:30-8:00

Dal Richards’ School of Swing Jazz OrchestraThe 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.


School of SwingStand-alone…………….… ............................................... $260VAM Lesson Rate……..….. .............................................. $130

Schedule ........................................... Saturday, 2:00 – 5:00

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Master ClassFeesClass fees per semester.

Master ClassStand-alone…………….… ............................................... $260VAM Lesson Rate……..….. .............................................. $130

ScheduleGuerneri SeminarWith Nicholas Wright ............................ Thursday 7:00-8:30

Stradivari SeminarWith Lawrie Hill ..................................... Thursday 4:00-5:30

Cello with Elworthy/Barnes ................... Tuesday 5:00-6:30

Piano with Lee Kum-Sing .................. Wednesday 5:00-7:00Advanced

Voice with David Meek ....................... Wednesday 1:00-4:00Advanced

Club ChoirClub 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

invited for the final performance at the end of the year.


Club ChoirStand-alone…………….… ............................................... $260VAM Lesson Rate……..….. .............................................. $130

Schedule ...............................................Saturday 1:30-2:30

Ensemble ClassFeesClass fees per semester.

Guitar EnsembleStand-alone…………….… ............................................... $260VAM Lesson Rate……..….. .............................................. $130

Cello EnsembleStand-alone…………….… ............................................... $260VAM Lesson Rate……..….. .............................................. $130

Class fee per academic yearHarp Ensemble (per year) ........................................... $150

ScheduleGuitar 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

Fiddle ClassFiddle 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.


Fiddle ClassStand-alone…………….… ............................................... $260VAM Lesson Rate……..….. .............................................. $130

Schedule .................................................Monday 6:00-7:30

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Chamber Music InstituteAndrew Dawes, DirectorFeesClass fees per semester.

Chamber MusicStand-alone…………….… ............................................... $260

VAM Lesson Rate……..….. .............................................. $130

ScheduleChamber Music – One hour coaching weekly TBA and one master class monthly

Music TherapyMusic 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

ScheduleTo be arranged between Miss Arai and student.

Music Theory Program (Rudiments)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.

FeesClass fees per semester. Per Semester

RudimentsStand-alone…………….… ............................................... $260VAM Lesson Rate……..….. .............................................. $130

ScheduleMusicianship14 weeks ...................................................Tuesday 4:00 – 5:0014 weeks ......................................................Friday 4:00 – 5:0014 weeks ............................................ Saturday 9:00 – 10:0014 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 – 10:3014 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 – 12:0032 weeks ............................................ Wednesday 5:00 – 6:00

Advanced Rudiments 14 weeks ..................................................... Friday 5:00-6:30** ** 2nd semester only

14 weeks ...................................................Saturday 12:30-2:0032 weeks ............................................... Wednesday 6:00-7:00

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Music Theory Program(Harmony)FeesClass fees per semester. All Harmony classes are full year unless otherwise stated. Per Semester

HarmonyStand-alone…………….… ............................................... $260VAM Lesson Rate……..….. .............................................. $130

Schedule

Basic Harmony 25 weeks .................................................. Monday 4:00 – 5:1532 weeks ............................................. Saturday 10:00 – 11:00

Intermediate Harmony 25 weeks .................................................. Monday 5:15 – 6:3032 weeks ..............................................Saturday 11:00 – 12:00

Advanced Harmony25 weeks .................................................. Monday 6:30 – 7:45

Counterpoint & Analysis FeesClass fees per semester. 16 Classes

CounterpointStand-alone…………….… ............................................... $260VAM Lesson Rate……..….. .............................................. $130

Analysis Stand-alone…………….… ............................................... $260VAM Lesson Rate……..….. .............................................. $130

ScheduleCounterpoint .....................................Saturday 12:30 – 2:00* * 1st semester only

Analysis ............................................Saturday 12:30 – 2:00** ** 2nd semester only

Music History ProgramA 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.

FeesClass fees per semester. Students must be 12 years or older to enroll 16 Classes

HistoryStand-alone…………….… ............................................... $260VAM Lesson Rate……..….. .............................................. $130

ScheduleMusic 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 ..........................................................$3045 minute lessons ...........................................................$4560 minute lessons .......................................................... $60

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Ballet ProgramThe 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.

FeesBallet Program comprises of three twelve-week semesters.Children must be 3 1/2 years of age by September 1st, 2014**Enrolment in the Performance Ensemble for VAM students is by teacher’s

recommendation. Students not enrolled in VAM are encouraged to audition.

12 ClassesLevels 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)

Levels Elementary 5 ...................................................... $745(one class at 90 mins. & one class at 105 mins., weekly)

Intermediate 1 & 2 ......................................................... $745(one class at 90 mins. & one class at 105 mins., weekly)

Performance Ensemble ................................................ $405(students not enrolled in Ballet Program)

SchedulePre-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

*Elementary 3 ........................................Saturday 1:30-2:30 (Exam Class) ....................................... Thursday 4:00-5:00

*Elementary 4 ......................................... Tuesday 4:45-6:15 Saturday 12:00 – 1:30

*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.

**Enrollment in the Performance Ensemble for VAM students is by teacher’s

recommendation. Student’s not enrolled at VAM are encouraged to audition.

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Modern DanceIntroductory 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…………….… ........................................$8090 minute lessons……..….. ............................................ $120

Semi-Private Instruction Rate for Ballet Program

60 minute lessons…………….… ........................................$6590 minute lessons……..….. ......................................... $97.50 per student

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