Summer Intensive Program: Piano
July 29-August 9, 2024
The Summer Piano Intensive will be held at our downtown location and offer advanced and intermediate students the benefit of our experienced faculty.
Master classes, individual lessons, and special presentations will be given daily, with student, faculty, and guest artist performances in the beautiful Alix Goolden Performance Hall. Students will be assigned their own practice rooms (with grand pianos) for the duration of the course.
Advanced Pianists Course
This course is designed for advanced piano students (i.e. RCM Level 9 and above), ages 15 and up. This program is excellent for students preparing for ARCT, college and university programs, and competitions. Our highly accomplished faculty brings to the program a wide range of experiences and backgrounds, and above all a total dedication to the musical and pianistic advancement and welfare of their students.
Each student will receive two private lessons per week, perform in two masterclasses per week, and participate in the final concert. Each student will be assigned a practice room with a grand piano to use for the duration of the program. Students are expected to attend all masterclasses and recitals.
There is no program auditing available at this time.
Please note: A Zoom interview and/or audition may be required.
Intermediate Pianists Course
We are happy to welcome to our 2024 Summer Piano Intensive (SPI) students at the Intermediate levels – Grades 5-8 – who would appreciate the opportunity to immerse themselves in all things piano: two private lessons per week, participation in two master classes per week, recitals, presentations on a variety of piano-related subjects, duo-piano opportunities, and performance in the SPI final recital. Each student will be assigned a practice room for the duration of the program – a grand piano will be made available whenever possible. Students are expected to attend all master classes, recitals, and presentations.
A brief interview (either in person or over Zoom) with the SPI Artistic Director and a parent/guardian is highly recommended prior to our accepting a student under the age of 14.
Registration deadline: June 30, 2024
Bursary application deadline: June 30, 2024
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How to Register
Online registration requires payment in full. Payment by credit card will incur a 2.86% convenience fee. If you do not wish to incur this fee, please contact our office for other payment methods.
Fees and Deadlines
Advanced & Intermediate Pianists Course: $705.00
Registration deadline: June 30, 2024. Early registration is advised as seats are limited.
Some bursary assistance will be available. Applicants must comply with all deadlines and requirements. Late applicants will not be considered for financial assistance.
Bursary application deadline: June 30, 2024.
Dates and Daily Schedule
Program start: Monday, July 29 | 9.30am
Program end: Friday, August 9 | 5:00pm
No program Sunday, August 4 and Monday, August 5
Classes run daily 9:00am-5:30pm with breaks and some time for private practice (individual schedules may start later or finish earlier). Practice rooms are available.
Location
All programs will take place onsite at the Victoria Conservatory of Music (900 Johnson Street) in downtown Victoria. There are many cafes, restaurants, and grocery stores within walking distance.
Faculty
Robert Holliston, Artistic Director
Intermediate Faculty:
Concerts
Student Recital
Friday, August 9| 1:00pm | Alix Goolden Performance Hall | By donation
Faculty and Guest Artist concert information to be released closer to the program start date.
Concert information subject to change.
The Fine Print
Please note: all fees must be paid in full by the registration deadline (excluding those waiting on the result of their bursary application).
Online registration requires payment in full. Payment by credit card will incur a convenience fee. If you do not wish to incur this fee, please contact our office for other payment methods.
Those awaiting acceptance (where applicable) or the results of their bursary application are encouraged to contact us directly to register.
Contact
Victoria Conservatory of Music Front Desk
250.386.5311 | [email protected]