Oratorio, Sacred Song, and Grand Opera Aria Competitions

Entrance to this event in Alix Goolden Performance Hall is at 900 Johnson Street. Admission by Donation.

As the duration of the concert may vary depending on the number of participants, attendees are welcome to drop in and stay for the length of their preference. To honour the dedication and artistry of our student performers, we kindly ask guests to enter the venue during applause breaks between performances. Let us come together to support these aspiring musicians on their journey.

Voice Competitions

The Classical Voice Department offers six annual Song Competitions for current students of the Victoria Conservatory of Music to perform, compete, and receive feedback from renowned and respected adjudicators.

First and Second Prizes as well as Honourable Mentions are available to be awarded for each competition. Spirit of Song awards may also be given at the discretion of the adjudicators.

View the list of Voice Competitions here.

Oratorio & Sacred Song Competition

The Classical Voice Department provides this opportunity for registered* Conservatory students of all ages and abilities to perform an Oratorio Aria or a Classical Sacred Song from any period.

• 5:00 pm Junior Division
• 5:45 pm Intermediate Division
• 6:30 pm Senior Division

Grand Opera Aria Competition

The Classical Voice Department provides this opportunity for registered* Conservatory students who qualify for the Senior Division to perform an Opera Aria from any period for this competition.

Exception: Intermediate Division singers who are 18 years of age and have permission of their voice instructor and the Head of Classical Voice may also compete in the Grand Opera Aria Competition.

• 8pm Opera Division

Student participants perform in Alix Goolden Performance Hall and receive feedback from adjudicators.

*To be eligible to compete in Conservatory Voice Competitions, participants must have been registered for a minimum of 10 weeks preceding the competition date.

Venue Accessibility

The 900 Johnson Street entrance is at ground-level and wheelchair accessible. There is an elevator located on the first floor: as you enter the building go down the ramp to your right and the elevator is on the left at the bottom. Priority seating can be provided at concerts if you have accessibility issues; please contact the Venues Department . Wheelchair accessible restrooms are located on the main floor, beside the lobby in the Reception and Registration area.