Inspiring faculty will work with you to improve your performance ability, musical understanding and practice efficiency in this intense summer program. Numerous course options ensure that you get the learning experience that's right for you and one you will remember for a lifetime! This is a great opportunity to dramatically improve your playing while sharing your passion for piano with other music lovers.
Senior Academy, Grades 9-11 - $590 3 hours private lessons, 10 hours repertoire class, 10 hours technique class, 10 hours comparative listening, 10 hours choir, choir performance, midday performances and lectures, assigned ensemble music, evening performances, complimentary admission to all Piano Academy Concerts
Intermediate Academy, Grades 5-8 - $480 2 hours private lessons, 3 hours practice supervision, 10 hours repertoire class, 10 hours technique class, 10 hours choir, midday performances and lectures, assigned ensemble music, evening performances, complimentary admission to all Piano Academy Concerts
Junior Academy, Grades Introductory-4 - $420 1.25 hours private lessons, 4 hours practice supervision, 10 hours repertoire class, 5 hours technique class, 10 hours choir, midday performances and lectures, assigned ensemble music, evening performances, complimentary admission to all Piano Academy Concerts
NEW! Adult Academy - $290 For adult amateurs and teachers ages 30 and up only. 2 private lessons, 10 hours in repertoire masterclass, and adult only concert opportunities.
Pedagogy Class with Winifred Wood - $360 July 5 - 9, 10:00am – 12:00pm and 2:00pm – 4:00pm For teachers with any level of experience, this class focuses on teaching effectively in the standard repertoire. Students may attend events offered as part of the other Academies. Class held at the VCM.
Kelly Kirby Piano Class for Beginners - $90 July 5 - 9 and 12 - 16, 1:00pm – 2:00pm A simple and attractive approach to music for children ages 4 - 6 taught by Erin Fisher. Designed to capture the imagination through singing, colouring, pasting and cut-outs, this note-reading and performance training method teaches ear training, sight reading and piano playing. Classes held at the VCM. Individual Components Students are encouraged to customize their Academy program by registering for the following optional extra components, which can also be taken individually. Full course registrants have priority. For scheduling purposes, students are encouraged to sign up for individual components when registering.
Private Lessons - $55/hour Practice Supervision (Grades Intro-8) - $18/hour Sight Reading Class (5 hours) - $90 Ear Training Class (5 hours) - $90 Choir (10 hours + performance) - $90
Concerts
Phantasmagorical Pianoforte Pianofaculty Monday, July 5, 2010, 7:30pm Philip T Young Recital Hall University of Victoria $15 adults, $10 students
Musicians in the Making
Thursday, July 8, 2010, 7:30pm Wood Hall Victoria Conservatory of Music Admission by Donation
Ensemble Night Monday, July 12, 2010, 7:30pm Philip T Young Recital Hall University of Victoria Admission by Donation
Adult Student Recital Tuesday, July 13, 2010, 7:30pm Philip T Young Recital Hall University of Victoria Admission by Donation
Concerto and Chamber Music Night Wednesday, July 14, 2010, 7:30pm Philip T Young Recital Hall University of Victoria Admission by Donation
Student Extravaganza Friday, July 16, 2010, 6:00pm and 8:00pm Philip T Young Recital Hall University of Victoria Admission by Donation
Application Information
Application Deadline: May 15, 2010 Classes fill up quickly, so apply early. Registrants after this date may be accepted on a space-available basis, but will not be guaranteed full services.
To apply for the Summer Piano Academy, please complete and send in the Application Form or apply in person at the VCM.
Financial Assistance Some bursary assistance will be available. Applicants must comply with all deadlines and requirements. Late applicants will not be considered for financial assistance. To apply for a bursary, please fill in the Bursary Application Form* and return it to:
Katie Pinilla Student Accounts/Financial Aid Coordinator Victoria Conservatory of Music 900 Johnson Street Victoria, BC V8V 3N4
Accommodation Out-of-town students are responsible for their own accommodation arrangements. Reasonable rates are offered at the University of Victoria residences. Phone: 250-721-8395 or email: housing@uvic.bc.ca.
Location All Piano Academy programs (except Pedagogy and Kelly Kirby) are held at the University of Victoria School of Music, 3800 Finnerty Road (Ring Road).
Program Information Susan de Burgh, Artistic Director 250-383-0712 General Information Emily Nagelbach Manager, VCM Summer Academies 250-386-5311 ext.231
* Due to the fact that the summer bursaries are funded by a corporate sponsor, we require financial information to award a bursary.
