Classes

Summer Term 2022

Music Theory and Aural Skills for Youth

Recommended for youth with previous music training.
Please contact us to set up an interview with the instructor.
Saturdays 9am to 12pm
July 2 to Aug 29 (8 classes plus exam)
Fee for term: $490.00

This class is a condensed course in Western music theory and aural skills intended for youth with previous musical training. The student will write the Level 8 Theory Exam from the Royal Conservatory of Music at the end of this class. (Please note that the tuition fee does not include the cost of purchasing the online exam, which is $155 and can be ordered at https://myrcm.rcmusic.com)

BC Youth Chinese Orchestra

Recommended for youth 12 years and older with minimum Grade 4 playing level.
Audition required
Sep 17 to Dec 17 (14 classes in Term 1), Jan 14 (19 classes in Term 2); with breaks on Mar 18, 25, Apr 8, May 20.
Saturday Jan 28 CNY Performance at Aberdeen Centre.
June 27 Year End Performance at Annex.
Fee: $500 

Fall Term 2022 

Beginner Group Classes for Children

Recommended for children ages 8 to 15 with minimal playing experience
Sundays 2 to 4pm
Sep 11 to Dec 18 (15 classes)
Fee for term: $460.00
Earlybird discount: $430.00 (register by August 20, 2022)

Enroll at this time for small group classes for: zheng, pipa, ruan, yangqin, dizi, sheng, erhu, zhonghu or percussion.

Beginner Group Classes for Adults

Recommended for ages 12 and up
Mondays 7 to 9pm
Sep 12 to Dec 19 (15 classes)
Fee for term: $460.00
Earlybird discount: $430.00 (register by August 20, 2022)

Enroll at this time for small group classes for: zheng, pipa, ruan, yangqin, dizi, sheng, erhu, zhonghu or percussion.

*All classes accept new registrants throughout the term. Tuition will be pro-rated.

Spring Term 2023

Beginner Group Classes for Children

Recommended for children ages 8 to 12
Sundays, 2 to 4pm
Feb 4 to Jun 25 (17 classes); with breaks on Mar 19, 26, Apr 9, May 21.
Fee for term: $510.00
Earlybird discount: $480.00 (register by Dec 31, 2022)

Enroll at this time for small group classes for: zheng, pipa, ruan, yangqin, dizi, sheng, erhu, zhonghu or percussion.

Spring Break Camps in 2023

Recommended for ages 5 to 12
March 16 to 20, 23 to 27, 9am to 3pm each day, with after school care option
Fee: $480

Students will spend five incredible days learning about Chinese music, songs and dance. Activities will include fun with percussion, plucked and bowed instruments. 

Beginner Group Classes for Adults

Recommended for ages 12 and up
Mondays 7 to 9pm
Feb 6 to Jun 24 (17 classes); with breaks on Mar 18, 25, Apr 8, May 20.
Fee for term: $510.00
Earlybird discount: $480.00 (register by Dec 31, 2022)

Enroll at this time for small group classes for: zheng, pipa, ruan, yangqin, dizi, sheng, erhu, zhonghu or percussion.

Final Year End Concert on Tuesday Jun 27, 2022 at 7:30pm

*All classes accept new registrants throughout the term. Tuition will be pro-rated.