BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Victoria Conservatory of Music - ECPv6.16.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Victoria Conservatory of Music X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://vcm.bc.ca X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Victoria Conservatory of Music REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Vancouver BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20220313T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20221106T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20230312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20231105T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231206T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231206T210000 DTSTAMP:20260613T165200 CREATED:20230914T223826Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230929T171629Z UID:10001764-1701889200-1701896400@vcm.bc.ca SUMMARY:Postsecondary Chamber Music/ Chorale Showcase DESCRIPTION:Entry for this concert is at The Victoria Conservatory of Music entrance at 900 Johnson Street. Admission by donation. \n\nDon’t miss the Victoria Conservatory of Music / Camosun College Postsecondary program’s Classical Chamber Music and Conservatory Chorale performing their end of term work. Always a highlight to each Fall and Winter Term\, the Classical Chamber Music students and Conservatory Chorale perform an eclectic and dynamic mix of repertoire that surprises and delights our audiences each and every year. The Conservatory Chorale performs under the direction of Brian Wismath\, and the classical chamber music ensembles are coached by a variety of our outstanding faculty. URL:https://vcm.bc.ca/event/postsecondary-chamber-music-chorale-showcase-2023-12-6/ LOCATION:Alix Goolden Performance Hall\, 900 Johnson Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8V 3N4 CATEGORIES:Faculty and Student Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vcm.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Chorale_2_1200x675.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231204T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231204T210000 DTSTAMP:20260613T165200 CREATED:20230914T223729Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230914T223729Z UID:10001763-1701716400-1701723600@vcm.bc.ca SUMMARY:Postsecondary Contemporary Showcase DESCRIPTION:Entry for this concert is at The Victoria Conservatory of Music entrance at 900 Johnson Street. Admission by donation. \n\nDon’t miss the Victoria Conservatory of Music / Camosun College Postsecondary program’s Rock\, Blues\, Fusion\, and Jazz combos performing sets of their end of term work. Dynamic soloists and high energy combos perform everything from the deep tradition of blues and jazz\, to classic rock and the wild edges of new sounds and improv. The Rock\, Blues\, Fusion\, and Jazz Combos perform under directors Damian Graham\, Danuel Tate\, Issah Contractor\, and Joey Smith. URL:https://vcm.bc.ca/event/postsecondary-contemporary-showcase-2023-12-4/ LOCATION:Alix Goolden Performance Hall\, 900 Johnson Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8V 3N4 CATEGORIES:Faculty and Student Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vcm.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Postsecondary-Combo-1-1200x675-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231202T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231203T170000 DTSTAMP:20260613T165200 CREATED:20231030T232555Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231122T213527Z UID:10001783-1701529200-1701622800@vcm.bc.ca SUMMARY:Songs for a Winter's Night DESCRIPTION:Entrance for this concert in the Alix Goolden Performance Hall is at 900 Johnson Street \n\n\n\nThere are two Matinee concerts – Saturday\, December 2nd and Sunday\, December 3rd – Doors are at 2:30pm. \n\nThe voices of our Prelude\, Recital\, Concert and Youth choirs will uplift you as they share the joy of the festive season in song. \n\nVictoria Children’s Choir – Signature Winter Concert – David Stratkauskas – Artistic Director. \n\nTHE BALCONY IS CLOSED FOR THESE CONCERTS URL:https://vcm.bc.ca/event/songs-for-a-winters-night/ LOCATION:British Columbia CATEGORIES:Independent Concerts END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231130T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231130T133000 DTSTAMP:20260613T165200 CREATED:20230914T204708Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230914T204708Z UID:10001759-1701347400-1701351000@vcm.bc.ca SUMMARY:Postsecondary Thursday Lunch Concert DESCRIPTION:Come join us as the Postsecondary students share their musical works-in progress! \n\nRanging from Bach to Zepplin and beyond\, these free concerts in Wood Hall bring together fellow students and the public\, to share in the joy of music. \nPlease note that the entrance to this event in Wood Hall is at 900 Johnson Street. Free admission. URL:https://vcm.bc.ca/event/postsecondary-thursday-lunch-concert-2023-11-30/ LOCATION:Robin & Winifred Wood Hall\, 900 Johnson Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8V 3N4\, Canada CATEGORIES:Faculty and Student Performances GEO:48.427185;-123.358299 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Robin & Winifred Wood Hall 900 Johnson Street Victoria British Columbia V8V 3N4 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=900 Johnson Street:geo:-123.358299,48.427185 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231128 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231129 DTSTAMP:20260613T165200 CREATED:20231107T174104Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T182027Z UID:10001785-1701129600-1701215999@vcm.bc.ca SUMMARY:GivingTuesday DESCRIPTION:GivingTuesday is a global generosity movement unleashing the power of people and organizations to transform their communities and the world. GivingTuesday was created in 2012 as a simple idea: a day that encourages people to do good. The idea caught on and has grown around the world\, inspiring hundreds of millions of people to give\, collaborate\, and celebrate generosity. \n\nDonate Now \n\nThe Victoria Conservatory of Music is many things to many people: A confidence builder. A social routine. A legendary concert venue. A reminder to practice! A step towards a career. A pathway to self expression. Home. \n\nWhen you make a gift to the Victoria Conservatory of Music\, you help create a place where people of all ages and abilities come to explore their creative talents across musical genres and eras\, supported by a range of instruments and technologies. \n\nMeet Essencia\, Naomi\, and Camilo and learn about how the Conservatory has shaped their musical identity. \n\nThis #GivingTuesday\, your gift to the Conservatory will have double the impact! All gifts received through November 30th will be matched up to $5\,000 thanks to our generous sponsor Cameron Izard Snell LLP . URL:https://vcm.bc.ca/event/givingtuesday/ LOCATION:Victoria Conservatory of Music\, 900 Johnson St\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8V 3N4\, CA CATEGORIES:VCM Concerts and Events GEO:48.426685;-123.358521 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Victoria Conservatory of Music 900 Johnson St Victoria British Columbia V8V 3N4 CA;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=900 Johnson St:geo:-123.358521,48.426685 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231125T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231125T150000 DTSTAMP:20260613T165200 CREATED:20231122T185410Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231123T172638Z UID:10001788-1700917200-1700924400@vcm.bc.ca SUMMARY:Adult Combo Showcase DESCRIPTION:Enjoy end of term performances from five Adult Combo groups\, under the direction of Joey Smith. \n\nPlease note: Entrance to this event in Alix Goolden Performance Hall is at 900 Johnson Street. Admission is by donation. \n\nInterested in joining an Adult Combo group? Speak to our Front desk about finding the right fit and connecting you with Joey. URL:https://vcm.bc.ca/event/adult-combo-showcase-2023/ LOCATION:Alix Goolden Performance Hall\, 900 Johnson Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8V 3N4 CATEGORIES:Faculty and Student Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vcm.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/placeholder_04_1200x675.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231124T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231126T140000 DTSTAMP:20260613T165200 CREATED:20231106T181918Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T210520Z UID:10001784-1700852400-1701007200@vcm.bc.ca SUMMARY:NeuzTec! Presented by Garden City Electronic Music Society and The Victoria Conservatory of Music DESCRIPTION:Entrance to the Victoria Conservatory of Music is at 900 Johnson Street \n\n\n\nFriday\, November 24 | 7:00-10:00pm | Wood Hall\nSaturday\, November 25 | 2:00-10:00pm | Wood Hall\nSunday\, November 26 | 12:00-2:00pm | Studios 302 & 303\nAdmission $20 “NTAFLOF” (no one turned away for lack of funds) | Sunday workshops free \n\nFestival of experimental sound design and multimedia technology. \n\nFull details at neuztec.ca \n\nSupported by the City of Victoria\, The Capital Regional District\, The Province of British Columbia\, and The Government of Canada. \n\nThe Garden City Electronic Music Society (GCEMS) has been active in the Southern Vancouver Island region of British Columbia since October of 2015\, with a purpose of advancement of electronic music\, related media arts\, and the technologies used within these artforms and striving to provide accessible arts programming to the Capital Regional District community. \n\nGarden City Electronic Music Society formally incorporated as a BC non-profit Society in 2017 and as of January 2020 is a registered Canadian Charitable Arts Organization. URL:https://vcm.bc.ca/event/neuztec-presented-by-garden-city-electronic-music-society/ LOCATION:British Columbia CATEGORIES:Independent Concerts END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231123T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231123T130000 DTSTAMP:20260613T165200 CREATED:20230914T204507Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231122T234823Z UID:10001758-1700740800-1700744400@vcm.bc.ca SUMMARY:Postsecondary Thursday Lunch Concert DESCRIPTION:Come join us as the Postsecondary students share their musical works-in progress! \n\nRanging from Bach to Zepplin and beyond\, these free concerts bring together fellow students and the public\, to share in the joy of music. \nPlease note that this event is held at Camosun College Lansdowne Campus\, in the Young building (Y216). Free admission. URL:https://vcm.bc.ca/event/postsecondary-thursday-lunch-concert-2023-11-23/ LOCATION:Camosun College – Lansdowne Campus\, 3100 Foul Bay Road\, Victoria\, CA CATEGORIES:Faculty and Student Performances GEO:48.447956;-123.322662 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Camosun College – Lansdowne Campus 3100 Foul Bay Road Victoria CA;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3100 Foul Bay Road:geo:-123.322662,48.447956 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231121T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231121T210000 DTSTAMP:20260613T165200 CREATED:20230726T204942Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230801T185307Z UID:10001752-1700589600-1700600400@vcm.bc.ca SUMMARY:12th Annual Victoria Conservatory of Music Chamber Competition DESCRIPTION:The Victoria Conservatory of Music Chamber Competition is designed to inspire young chamber groups to push the limits of their abilities as teams and discover the joys of making magnificent music together with friends in a richly challenging experience. Playing for professional judges\, groups split into Junior and Senior Categories compete for prizes generously donated by local businesses and individuals. \n\nPrevious year judges have included: Terry Tam\, Arthur Rowe\, Sharon Stanis\, Lorraine Min\, Dolores Vann\, Michelle Mares\, Joanna Hood\, Andrew Dawes\, Pamela Highbaugh\, Kenji Fuse\, Norman Nelson\, Soile Stratkauskas\, Timothy Vernon\, Matthew White\, Guiseppe Pietraroia\, David Gilham and Alexandra Pohran Dawkins. \n\nIn one evening\, audience members are treated to all the levels of chamber music being performed at the Conservatory; as well as seeing the incredible progress individual students and groups have made since the previous year. \n\nEntry for this competition is at The Victoria Conservatory of Music entrance at 900 Johnson Street. Admission by donation. URL:https://vcm.bc.ca/event/12th-annual-chamber-competition/ LOCATION:Alix Goolden Performance Hall\, 900 Johnson Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8V 3N4 CATEGORIES:Faculty and Student Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vcm.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Collegium-2021-22.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231118T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231118T220000 DTSTAMP:20260613T165200 CREATED:20231016T231932Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231115T205831Z UID:10001776-1700334000-1700344800@vcm.bc.ca SUMMARY:Bandemonium DESCRIPTION:Entrance for this show in Alix Goolden Performance Hall is at 900 Johnson Street \n\n \n\nBandemonium is a one-night only Alternative Rock music festival that’s bound to get loud. \n\nPresented by The Victoria Conservatory of Music’s AIMS (Advanced Independent Music Studies) program scholars\, Bandmonium’s lineup will bring four local bands to the Alix Goolden Performance Hall stage. The 2023 lineup is expected to be a groovy and energetic extravaganza; Silvertone opens our show with their neoteric Grunge Blues sound; followed by Conservatory Postsecondary originals Baba Chaka\, an eclectic Jazz-infused Rock group. \n\nFinishing the night are our double headliners – Ecstasy and the Agonies\, who bring the noise and entice with their Groovy Grunge sound\, and Polynice\, celebrating the release of their EP ‘Vacation’\, who are sure to blow minds with their Psychedelic Rock. \n\nPlease note: The Alix Goolden Performance Hall is a Heritage Hall and seated Venue. \n\nTHE BALCONY IS CLOSED FOR THIS CONCERT  URL:https://vcm.bc.ca/event/bandemonium/ LOCATION:Alix Goolden Performance Hall\, 900 Johnson Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8V 3N4 CATEGORIES:Independent Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vcm.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Bandemonium-2023_1200x625.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231115T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231115T203000 DTSTAMP:20260613T165200 CREATED:20230914T210626Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230914T210626Z UID:10001760-1700074800-1700080200@vcm.bc.ca SUMMARY:Winds & Brass Department Collage Concert DESCRIPTION:Join us for solo and chamber music performances by students (and sometimes faculty!) from the Winds & Brass Department. Please note: Entrance to this event in Alix Goolden Performance Hall is at 900 Johnson Street. Admission is by donation. \n\nOur Winds & Brass Department Collage Concerts happen three times each year and feature performances of solo instrumental music and chamber works. Our next concerts are March 13\, 2024 and June 5\, 2024. URL:https://vcm.bc.ca/event/winds-brass-department-collage-concert-2023-11-15/ LOCATION:Alix Goolden Performance Hall\, 900 Johnson Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8V 3N4 CATEGORIES:Faculty and Student Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vcm.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Winds-and-Brass-Concerts_1200x675.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231109T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231109T133000 DTSTAMP:20260613T165200 CREATED:20230914T204243Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230914T204243Z UID:10001757-1699533000-1699536600@vcm.bc.ca SUMMARY:Postsecondary Thursday Lunch Concert DESCRIPTION:Come join us as the Postsecondary students share their musical works-in progress! \n\nRanging from Bach to Zepplin and beyond\, these free concerts in Wood Hall bring together fellow students and the public\, to share in the joy of music. \nPlease note that the entrance to this event in Wood Hall is at 900 Johnson Street. Free admission. URL:https://vcm.bc.ca/event/postsecondary-thursday-lunch-concert-2023-11-9/ LOCATION:Robin & Winifred Wood Hall\, 900 Johnson Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8V 3N4\, Canada CATEGORIES:Faculty and Student Performances GEO:48.427185;-123.358299 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Robin & Winifred Wood Hall 900 Johnson Street Victoria British Columbia V8V 3N4 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=900 Johnson Street:geo:-123.358299,48.427185 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231104T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231104T220000 DTSTAMP:20260613T165200 CREATED:20230915T181356Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231019T185232Z UID:10001769-1699126200-1699135200@vcm.bc.ca SUMMARY:Tower of Song: A Creative Tribute To Leonard Cohen DESCRIPTION:Concert starts at 7:30pm. Doors open at 7:00pm. \n The entrance to this concert is at the Victoria Conservatory of Music entrance at 900 Johnson Street. \n\n“I said to Hank Williams\, how lonely does it get?\nHank Williams hasn’t answered yet\nBut I hear him coughing all night long\nA hundred floors above me\, In the Tower of Song” \n\n\n\nWhen Leonard Cohen sang these words\, the Tower of Song was a metaphor for the inspiration that flows between songwriters\, each toiling away on their own\, but connected by their shared craft. Moved by this concept\, celebrated BC singer-songwriters Oliver Swain and Glenna Garramone\, collaborated to produce a project that is a dialogue through song and a tribute to the legendary songwriter. Reimagining both rare and classic works of Cohen\, the duo have crafted a sound that resonates with both longtime Cohen fans and a younger audience. \n\nTower of Song began as a one-off tribute night for a packed house at Vancouver’s The Media Club\, and has since grown into a nationally touring folk duo. Produced by Garramone\, she invited fellow Victoria musician Oliver Swain\, and the show gave Swain and Garramone the chance to grow their musical chemistry. Together as Tower of Song the two have arranged some of Cohen’s timeless songs beautifully\, for two voices\, banjo\, string bass\, piano and guitar. \n\nEncouraged by the audience response\, they continued to present the show regionally\, and after several sold-out shows on Vancouver Island and a successful tour of BC and Alberta\, Tower of Song put “more power in the tower\,” recording their debut album In City and In Forest\, with Juno award winning producer Joby Baker. They have since toured twice across BC\, Alberta\, Saskatchewan\, Manitoba\, Ontario\, and Quebec\, playing more than 200 shows to thousands of people at theatres\, festivals and folk clubs across Canada. Highlights include Salmon Arm Roots and Blues Festival\, West End Cultural Centre(Winnipeg) Aeolian Hall(London) the Rotary Centre for the Arts(Kelowna) and the Dave Dunnet Theatre(Victoria). \n\nVictoria Legend Daniel Lapp and multi-instrumentalist and producer Adrian Dolan will join the duo on stage! \n\n\n\n\n\n“The tunes are hauntingly lovely. Wonderful takes with close harmonies and violent re-rhythmings. Musically sound. Faithful by being strongly\, creatively Cohen\, and yet wholly their own.”\nJames N. Porter\, Professor Emeritus (Arts)\, York University URL:https://vcm.bc.ca/event/tower-of-song-a-creative-tribute-to-leonard-cohen/ LOCATION:Alix Goolden Performance Hall\, 900 Johnson Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8V 3N4 CATEGORIES:Independent Concerts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vcm.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Tower-of-Song-Leonard-Cohen_1_1200x675.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231029T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231029T143000 DTSTAMP:20260613T165200 CREATED:20231019T185557Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231019T225725Z UID:10001781-1698586200-1698589800@vcm.bc.ca SUMMARY:Mozaic of Autumn Colours DESCRIPTION:Entrance for this concert in Wood Hall is at 900 Johnson Street \n\n\nWelcome to afternoon collage of colourful pieces of music by L.V.Beethoven\, S.Frank\, M.Skoryk\, Y.ishchenko\, I.Homoliaka \nFaculty Concert featuring: Tatiana Kostour-violin and Iryna Graifer-piano \nDoors at 1pm – Admission By Donation URL:https://vcm.bc.ca/event/mozaic-of-autumn-colours/ LOCATION:Robin & Winifred Wood Hall\, 900 Johnson Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8V 3N4\, Canada CATEGORIES:VCM Concerts and Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vcm.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Tatiana-Kostour_Oct-29-2023_1200x675.jpg GEO:48.427185;-123.358299 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Robin & Winifred Wood Hall 900 Johnson Street Victoria British Columbia V8V 3N4 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=900 Johnson Street:geo:-123.358299,48.427185 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231026T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231026T133000 DTSTAMP:20260613T165200 CREATED:20230726T223751Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T223751Z UID:10001756-1698323400-1698327000@vcm.bc.ca SUMMARY:Postsecondary Thursday Lunch Concert DESCRIPTION:Come join us as the Postsecondary students share their musical works-in progress! \n\nRanging from Bach to Zepplin and beyond\, these free concerts in Wood Hall bring together fellow students and the public\, to share in the joy of music. \nPlease note that the entrance to this event in Wood Hall is at 900 Johnson Street. Free admission. URL:https://vcm.bc.ca/event/postsecondary-thursday-lunch-concert-2023-10-26/ LOCATION:Robin & Winifred Wood Hall\, 900 Johnson Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8V 3N4\, Canada CATEGORIES:Faculty and Student Performances GEO:48.427185;-123.358299 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Robin & Winifred Wood Hall 900 Johnson Street Victoria British Columbia V8V 3N4 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=900 Johnson Street:geo:-123.358299,48.427185 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231025T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231025T200000 DTSTAMP:20260613T165200 CREATED:20230926T173251Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230927T165345Z UID:10001770-1698253200-1698264000@vcm.bc.ca SUMMARY:The 16th Annual Margaret Abbott Memorial English Art Song Competition DESCRIPTION:The Classical Voice department offers four annual Song Competitions for current students of the Victoria Conservatory of Music to perform\, compete\, and receive feedback from renowned and respected adjudicators. \n\nFirst and Second Prizes as well as Honourable Mentions are available to be awarded for each competition\, and for the Annual Margaret Abbott Memorial English Art Song Competition up to $3\,000 in scholarship funding is available to be awarded to participants in the Junior\, Intermediate\, and Senior A divisions. \n\nLearn more about our annual Song Competitions here. \n\n \n\nAbout the Margaret Abbott Memorial Scholarship\n\nThe Victoria Conservatory of Music Scholarship for the performance of English Language Art Song was established after Margaret Abbott’s death in 2003 to honour her memory and to perpetuate her high artistic standards. Soprano Margaret Abbott’s performances of concert oratorio and operatic repertoire from all the musical eras were acclaimed throughout Canada. She sang with the Victoria Symphony and the Victoria Choral Society. Her performances on CBC included solo roles in the CBC premieres of Britten’s operas Albert Herring and Peter Grimes. Her family was closely connected to the Victoria Conservatory of Music for many years. Her children\, Norman\, Vivienne and Jocelyn\, were among the Conservatory’s first students. \n\n \n\n16th annual Margaret Abbott Memorial English Art Song Competition \n\nPlease note: Entrance to this event in Alix Goolden Performance Hall is at 900 Johnson Street. Admission by Donation. \n\nEnglish Song Competition Programme\n\nJunior & Intermediate 5:00pm \n\nSenior A & B 6:30pm \n\nAdjudicators\n\nAdjudicator #1: TBA \n\nAdjudicator #2: TBA \n\nPiano \n\nAlex Chen \n\nAlex Chen is a collaborative pianist and vocal coach whose personal approach and intellectual curiosity bring fresh perspectives on a diverse body of musical works. In the words of mentor John Hess\, he is “an immensely musical and sensitive player” with “a deeply inquisitive mind”. \n\nAlex has an MMus from the University of Western Ontario in Collaborative Piano\, an ARCT from the Royal Conservatory of Music in Piano Performance\, and a BSc from the University of Guelph. He is currently on faculty at the Victoria Conservatory of Music in addition to working as a freelance pianist for students at the University of Victoria. \n\nHis experiences include work in art song recital\, playing as an opera répétiteur\, collaborating with choirs\, and exploring the instrumental duo & chamber music canons. Distinguishing himself as a performer and researcher\, Alex held a Canadian Graduate Scholarship from the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHRC). His scholarship supported his work in art song recital programming. As the first phase of his research\, he created and performed song cycles formulated from disparate works by Rachmaninov and Brahms. For his second phase\, he delivered a stirring recital titled “Demons & Dichterliebe” that juxtaposed supernatural bewitchment and obsessive love. \n\nAmong his many projects\, Alex has been involved as a pianist and coach with the Accademia Europea dell’Opera (an experience funded by a Create and Explore Grant from the Canada Council for the Arts)\, the Victoria Conservatory’s Collegium program\, and the Western University Opera Workshop. These collaborations have culminated in performances of Le nozze di Figaro\, Serse\, and Die Zauberflöte. Moreover\, Alex has worked with singers and ensembles on numerous other arias\, opera scenes\, and choral performances. \n\nIn his spare time\, Alex enjoys singing the odd song\, performing in the chorus for Pacific Opera Victoria\, and going on hikes in search of birds. \n\n \n\nMark your calendar for upcoming voice competitions! \n\n41st Annual German Lieder Competition \n\nNovember 22\, 2023 \n\n17th Annual Italian and World Language Song Competition \n\nMarch 6\, 2024 \n\n30th Annual French Art Song Competition “La mélodie française” \n\nApril 2024. Date to be confirmed. \n\nWorld Languages Art Song Competition \n\n2024 Date to be confirmed. URL:https://vcm.bc.ca/event/the-16th-annual-margaret-abbott-memorial-english-art-song-competition/ LOCATION:Alix Goolden Performance Hall\, 900 Johnson Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8V 3N4 CATEGORIES:Faculty and Student Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vcm.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Voice-English-Song-Competition_1200x675.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231012T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231012T133000 DTSTAMP:20260613T165200 CREATED:20230726T221544Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T221544Z UID:10001755-1697113800-1697117400@vcm.bc.ca SUMMARY:Postsecondary Thursday Lunch Concert DESCRIPTION:Come join us as the Postsecondary students share their musical works-in progress! \n\nRanging from Bach to Zepplin and beyond\, these free concerts in Wood Hall bring together fellow students and the public\, to share in the joy of music. \nPlease note that the entrance to this event in Wood Hall is at 900 Johnson Street. Free admission. URL:https://vcm.bc.ca/event/postsecondary-thursday-lunch-concert-2023-10-12/ LOCATION:Robin & Winifred Wood Hall\, 900 Johnson Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8V 3N4\, Canada CATEGORIES:Faculty and Student Performances GEO:48.427185;-123.358299 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Robin & Winifred Wood Hall 900 Johnson Street Victoria British Columbia V8V 3N4 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=900 Johnson Street:geo:-123.358299,48.427185 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230928T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230928T133000 DTSTAMP:20260613T165200 CREATED:20230726T221300Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T221311Z UID:10001754-1695904200-1695907800@vcm.bc.ca SUMMARY:Postsecondary Thursday Lunch Concert DESCRIPTION:Come join us as the Postsecondary students share their musical works-in progress! \n\nRanging from Bach to Zepplin and beyond\, these free concerts in Wood Hall bring together fellow students and the public\, to share in the joy of music. \nPlease note that the entrance to this event in Wood Hall is at 900 Johnson Street. Free admission. URL:https://vcm.bc.ca/event/postsecondary-thursday-lunch-concert-2023-09-28/ LOCATION:Robin & Winifred Wood Hall\, 900 Johnson Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8V 3N4\, Canada CATEGORIES:Faculty and Student Performances GEO:48.427185;-123.358299 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Robin & Winifred Wood Hall 900 Johnson Street Victoria British Columbia V8V 3N4 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=900 Johnson Street:geo:-123.358299,48.427185 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230927T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230927T193000 DTSTAMP:20260613T165200 CREATED:20230919T174421Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230921T230222Z UID:10001768-1695835800-1695843000@vcm.bc.ca SUMMARY:Ry Moran: From Truth to Reconciliation DESCRIPTION:Admission is free with an RSVP ticket. Reserve your seat now! \n\n\n\nLeading up to the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation\, join us for a special event\, Ry Moran: From Truth to Reconciliation on Wednesday\, September 27 at 5:30pm in Alix Goolden Performance Hall. During this event\, Ry will share perspectives gained from his journey through the Truth and Reconciliation Commission\, the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation and his ongoing work at the University of Victoria. \n\n\nThis event is hosted by flutist and Conservatory faculty member\, Marsha Elliott-Edwards. \n \n\nAdmission is free with an RSVP ticket. Limited seats are available. \n\nThe entrance to this event in Alix Goolden Performance Hall is at the Victoria Conservatory of Music entrance at 900 Johnson Street. \n\n \n\nAbout Ry Moran\n\nThis event marks the start of a relationship between the Victoria Conservatory of Music and Ry Moran who will be assisting the Conservatory through a guest faculty appointment in Music and Reconciliation. \n\nOver the coming year\, Ry aims to celebrate the role of music in advancing Truth and Reconciliation\, while also helping explore the responsibilities carried by its implications for music centers like the Victoria Conservatory of Music in its mission of learning\, performance\, and wellness. At the same time\, Ry will continue work on an upcoming album\, and be supported in the ongoing production of his podcast Taapwaywin. The project is supported by the City of Victoria’s Music Strategy program. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nA multi-instrumentalist\, electronic music composer\, podcaster\, and member of the Red River Métis\, Ry is more often known as one of Canada’s central figures in Truth and Reconciliation. Growing up in Victoria\, Ry moved Winnipeg in 2010 to serve as the Director of Statement Gathering for the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. He then served as the founding Director of the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation (NCTR) and is presently the Associate University Librarian – Reconciliation at the University of Victoria\, the first of its kind in the country. \n\n \n\nRy’s passion for teaching\, arts and music is abundant. His commitment to the principles of Truth and Reconciliation is unwavering. URL:https://vcm.bc.ca/event/ry-moran-from-truth-to-reconciliation/ LOCATION:Alix Goolden Performance Hall\, 900 Johnson Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8V 3N4 CATEGORIES:VCM Concerts and Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vcm.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Ry-Moran_1200x675.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230914T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230914T133000 DTSTAMP:20260613T165200 CREATED:20230726T220132Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230808T200849Z UID:10001753-1694694600-1694698200@vcm.bc.ca SUMMARY:Postsecondary Thursday Lunch Concert (Faculty) DESCRIPTION:Come join us for the first Thursday Lunch Concert of the new school year! \n\nThis concert will feature faculty of the Postsecondary programs. \n\nPlease note that the entrance to this event in Wood Hall is at 900 Johnson Street. Free admission. URL:https://vcm.bc.ca/event/postsecondary-thursday-lunch-concert-2023-09-14/ LOCATION:Robin & Winifred Wood Hall\, 900 Johnson Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8V 3N4\, Canada CATEGORIES:Faculty and Student Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vcm.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/placeholder_03_1200x675.jpg GEO:48.427185;-123.358299 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Robin & Winifred Wood Hall 900 Johnson Street Victoria British Columbia V8V 3N4 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=900 Johnson Street:geo:-123.358299,48.427185 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230825T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230825T160000 DTSTAMP:20260613T165200 CREATED:20230629T190129Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230814T170649Z UID:10001741-1692975600-1692979200@vcm.bc.ca SUMMARY:Summer Intensive Program: Winds & Brass – Student Chamber and Ensemble Concert DESCRIPTION:About this event\n\nCome celebrate the accomplishments of the Summer Winds & Brass Intensive students as they perform a variety of chamber music and small ensemble pieces. \n\n \n\nNOTE: For this concert\, the entrance to Alix Goolden Performance Hall is at 900 Johnson Street. Admission by donation. URL:https://vcm.bc.ca/event/summer-intensive-program-windsbrass-student-concert-2023/ LOCATION:Alix Goolden Performance Hall\, 900 Johnson Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8V 3N4 CATEGORIES:Faculty and Student Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vcm.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/SIP_Winds-Brass_1200x675px.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230821T124500 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230821T134500 DTSTAMP:20260613T165200 CREATED:20230629T185247Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230815T171807Z UID:10001740-1692621900-1692625500@vcm.bc.ca SUMMARY:Summer Intensive Program: Winds & Brass – Faculty Concert DESCRIPTION:About this event\n\nJoin us for a FREE lunch time chamber music concert featuring faculty from the Summer Winds & Brass Intensive – perfect for the whole family! \n\nThis concert presented for free thanks to a generous grant from the Music Performance Trust Fund. \n\n \n\nNOTE: For this concert\, the entrance to Alix Goolden Performance Hall is at 900 Johnson Street. URL:https://vcm.bc.ca/event/summer-intensive-program-windsbrass-faculty-concert-2023/ LOCATION:Alix Goolden Performance Hall\, 900 Johnson Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8V 3N4 CATEGORIES:Faculty and Student Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vcm.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Winds-and-Brass-generic_1200x675.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230819T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230819T210000 DTSTAMP:20260613T165200 CREATED:20230622T181721Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230622T181721Z UID:10001739-1692471600-1692478800@vcm.bc.ca SUMMARY:Summer Intensive Program: Choral – Final Concert DESCRIPTION:About this event\n\nSurround yourself in the harmonious voices of the talented participants of the Summer Choral Intensive Program\, as they come together for a captivating and uplifting final concert. \n\n \n\nNOTE: For this concert\, the entrance to Alix Goolden Performance Hall is at 900 Johnson Street. Admission by donation. URL:https://vcm.bc.ca/event/summer-intensive-program-choral-final-concert-2023/ LOCATION:Alix Goolden Performance Hall\, 900 Johnson Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8V 3N4 CATEGORIES:Faculty and Student Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vcm.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/SIP_Choral_1200x675px.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230812T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230812T213000 DTSTAMP:20260613T165200 CREATED:20230713T034320Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230713T034435Z UID:10001749-1691868600-1691875800@vcm.bc.ca SUMMARY:Summer Intensive Program: Guitar – Robert Wang; Special Guest Recital presented by the Victoria Guitar Society DESCRIPTION:About this event\n\nThis young virtuoso presents works of music for baroque guitar\, Sor\, Scriabin\, and others. A rising star whose performance on period instruments\, modern music and composition is garnering much attention. \n\n \nNOTE: This concert is at the Philip T Young Recital Hall at UVic. Tickets are available online here. URL:https://vcm.bc.ca/event/summer-intensive-program-guitar-robert-wang-2023/ LOCATION:Philip T. Young Recital Hall\, 3800 Finnerty Rd\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, CA CATEGORIES:Faculty and Student Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vcm.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/placeholder_04_1200x675.jpg GEO:48.46109;-123.311455 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Philip T. Young Recital Hall 3800 Finnerty Rd Victoria British Columbia CA;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3800 Finnerty Rd:geo:-123.311455,48.46109 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230812T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230812T150000 DTSTAMP:20260613T165200 CREATED:20230713T034847Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230713T034847Z UID:10001750-1691848800-1691852400@vcm.bc.ca SUMMARY:Summer Intensive Program: Guitar – Final Orchestra Concert DESCRIPTION:About this event\n\nGuitar Summer Intensive participants perform in ensemble and solo works. \n\n \nNOTE: This concert is at the Philip T Young Recital Hall at UVic. Admission is by donation. URL:https://vcm.bc.ca/event/summer-intensive-program-guitar-final-orchestra-concert-2023/ LOCATION:Philip T. Young Recital Hall\, 3800 Finnerty Rd\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, CA CATEGORIES:Faculty and Student Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vcm.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/placeholder_03_1200x675.jpg GEO:48.46109;-123.311455 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Philip T. Young Recital Hall 3800 Finnerty Rd Victoria British Columbia CA;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3800 Finnerty Rd:geo:-123.311455,48.46109 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230812T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230812T153000 DTSTAMP:20260613T165200 CREATED:20230713T030729Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230728T194454Z UID:10001745-1691847000-1691854200@vcm.bc.ca SUMMARY:Summer Intensive Program: Piano – Student Recital DESCRIPTION:About this event\n\nFeaturing students of the Summer Piano Intensive. \n\n \n\nNOTE: For this concert\, the entrance to Alix Goolden Performance Hall is at 900 Johnson Street. Admission by donation. URL:https://vcm.bc.ca/event/summer-intensive-program-piano-student-recital-2023/ LOCATION:Alix Goolden Performance Hall\, 900 Johnson Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8V 3N4 CATEGORIES:Faculty and Student Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vcm.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Piano_1200x675.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230811T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230811T150000 DTSTAMP:20260613T165200 CREATED:20230713T033754Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T200925Z UID:10001748-1691762400-1691766000@vcm.bc.ca SUMMARY:Summer Intensive Program: Guitar – Faculty Recital; Razvan Bezna DESCRIPTION:About this event\n\nA program featuring music by female composers including Victoria’s Sylvia Rickard and original pieces by Razvan Bezna. \n\n \nNOTE: This concert is at the Philip T Young Recital Hall at UVic. Admission is by donation. URL:https://vcm.bc.ca/event/summer-intensive-program-guitar-faculty-recital-razven-bezna-2023/ LOCATION:Philip T. Young Recital Hall\, 3800 Finnerty Rd\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, CA CATEGORIES:Faculty and Student Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vcm.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/placeholder_02_1200x675.jpg GEO:48.46109;-123.311455 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Philip T. Young Recital Hall 3800 Finnerty Rd Victoria British Columbia CA;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3800 Finnerty Rd:geo:-123.311455,48.46109 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230811T131500 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230811T140000 DTSTAMP:20260613T165200 CREATED:20230713T030444Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230728T200052Z UID:10001744-1691759700-1691762400@vcm.bc.ca SUMMARY:Summer Intensive Program: Piano - Faculty Concert DESCRIPTION:About this event\n\nFeaturing faculty members of the Summer Piano Intensive: Anna Cal\, Edwin Gnandt and Robert Holliston. Program includes works by Schubert and Piazzolla. \n\n \n\nNOTE: For this concert\, the entrance to Alix Goolden Performance Hall is at 900 Johnson Street. Admission by donation. URL:https://vcm.bc.ca/event/summer-intensive-program-piano-faculty-concert-2023/ LOCATION:Alix Goolden Performance Hall\, 900 Johnson Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8V 3N4 CATEGORIES:Faculty and Student Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vcm.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Piano_1200x675.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230810T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230810T150000 DTSTAMP:20260613T165200 CREATED:20230713T033237Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230713T033307Z UID:10001747-1691676000-1691679600@vcm.bc.ca SUMMARY:Summer Intensive Program: Guitar – Faculty Recital; Marvin Ren DESCRIPTION:About this event\n\nWorks by Ponce\, Martin and Bach’s Chaconne in an eclectic program. \n\n \n\nNOTE: This concert is at Philip T Young Recital Hall at UVic. Admission is by donation. URL:https://vcm.bc.ca/event/summer-intensive-program-guitar-faculty-recital-martin-ren-2023/ LOCATION:Philip T. Young Recital Hall\, 3800 Finnerty Rd\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, CA CATEGORIES:Faculty and Student Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vcm.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/placeholder_03_1200x675.jpg GEO:48.46109;-123.311455 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Philip T. Young Recital Hall 3800 Finnerty Rd Victoria British Columbia CA;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3800 Finnerty Rd:geo:-123.311455,48.46109 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230809T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230809T150000 DTSTAMP:20260613T165200 CREATED:20230713T032833Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230713T033441Z UID:10001746-1691589600-1691593200@vcm.bc.ca SUMMARY:Summer Intensive Program: Guitar – Faculty Recital; Alexander Dunn DESCRIPTION:About this event\n\nWorks of Willcocks and Rebay – English Impressionism and neo-Romantic original works for guitar by two newly discovered composers. \n\n \nNOTE: This concert is at David Lam Auditorium at UVic. Admission is by donation. URL:https://vcm.bc.ca/event/summer-intensive-program-guitar-faculty-recital-alexander-dunn-2023/ LOCATION:David Lam Auditorium\,MacLaurin Building\, A-Wing\, University of Victoria\, RIng Road\, Oak Bay\, BC\, V8P 5C2\, Canada CATEGORIES:Faculty and Student Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vcm.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/placeholder_04_1200x675.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR