Summer Programs 2024
LCMS offers a variety of fun and innovative summer programs for students of all ages and levels. Whether you are looking for a Suzuki Camp, a unique musical Aural Skills Class, or Theory, History, Harmony, there’s something for everyone!
Playing with Music Summer Camp
July 22 – 26, 2024
Sing! Make masks! Explore folk traditions! Build simple musical instruments and crafts! Play xylophones and percussion instruments! Storytelling using creative movement, drama and music! See and hear the instrument of the day!
This summer camp offers activities for two age groups. Some of these will be for the whole group and some activities will be for smaller groups in age appropriate sessions, freely mixing old favourites with exciting new material. The instructors use their background as performers and Orff, Kodaly, and Children’s Art specialists to make this a unique experience that is a Langley Music School Summer tradition.
Bring a water bottle and snack, and dress for movement and art activities.
Parents and guests are invited for a performance on July 26.
Dates: July 22-26, 2024
Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm
Ages: 4 to 6 years; 7 to 9 years
Cost: $TBA
A $TBA non-refundable deposit is due at time of registration
Holly Duff (B.Mus.) teaches piano, as well as pre-school Orff music and movement classes in both Langley and Vancouver. She is a founding director and pianist with West Coast Chamber Music since 1993, and performs children’s shows combining storytelling and music.
Ross Curran (B.Mus.) is a performer, children’s entertainer, private music teacher and pre-school specialist. Combined with several years spent as a children’s art instructor he brings a wide variety of experience to his teaching.
Suzuki Summer Programs
Our annual Suzuki camps are a highlight of the summer for Suzuki families, and we are pleased to offer unique opportunities for students and parents to be immersed in a nurturing, musical environment. Our day camps take place in our spacious facility, which is surrounded by beautiful parks, playgrounds and a public pool.
Suzuki Summer Camp & Piano Teacher Training – Unit 2
July 4 – 8, 2024
Open to all Suzuki trained students in violin, viola and piano.
Students will be taught by highly trained Suzuki teachers. There will be noon-hour concerts and activities. Group and enrichment classes will be presented in concert Thursday afternoon.
Daily activities Include:
- An individual lesson in the form of a masterclass
- A technique class
- A daily repertoire class
- An enrichment class*
Twinklers Mini Camp
For violin and cello students 5 years and under currently playing Twinkle Variations.
Daily activities include:
- An individual lesson in the form of a masterclass
- A small group class
*Enrichment classes include ‘Drum Camp’, Chamber Ensemble and Artists’ Studio
**Students may register for up to two enrichment classes if the schedule allows.
Camp Dates: July 4-8, 2024
Orientation Ice-Breaker: Thursday, July 4, 6:00pm
The camp begins with an orientation session, including a play-in and ice-cream social.
Camp Schedule:
Classes run Friday, July 5 – Monday July 8, between 9:00 am – 3:00pm
Noon Hour Concerts & Activities: Friday, July 5 – Sunday, July 7
Participants have the choice to bring their own lunches or purchase the lunch supplements Friday – Monday and stay for noon hour concerts and activities.
Family Picnic: Please invite friends and family to join us for a fun get-together in the park on Sunday, July 7 at 4:00pm!
Cost TBD: $TBD
Windup Celebration: Monday, July, 8 – 3:30pm
Group and enrichment classes will be presented in concert at our Windup Celebration
Costs:
Strings and Piano Book 1-3: $495 (by June 1) $545 (after June 1)
Strings Book 4-up: $545 (by June 1) $595 (after June 1)
Extra Enrichment Class: $75
Twinklers Mini Camp: (Violin, viola and piano 6 years and under only) $250 (by June 1) $300 (after June 1)
A non-refundable deposit of $100 is required at time of registration.
Please note that there is no registration in Chamber Ensemble after June 1.
Violin / Viola / Piano Program
Repertoire
Please be prepared to play your polished piece at your first lesson. Repertoire for camp TBD.
General Information
- In keeping with the Suzuki spirit, parents or caregivers should attend classes with their children.
- Practice rooms will be available for registered students throughout the camp.
Robert Richardson – Violin/Viola B. Mus, M. Mus. Robert Richardson teaches and conducts at Suzuki workshops, institutes, and music festivals on a regular basis throughout North America and beyond. Along with maintaining an extensive violin and viola studio in the Suzuki Talent Education Program at Brandon University’s Eckhardt-Grammatté Conservatory of Music, he also conducts string orchestras and coaches chamber music. Robert performs regularly with the Manitoba Chamber Orchestra on both violin and viola as well as in numerous chamber ensembles, including the Brandon Chamber Players, of which he is a founding member.
Leanne Wendt – Violin Suzuki and Royal Conservatory violin; specializes in preschool music training; Suzuki Teacher Training, University of Maine, Pacific University, Western Washington University, and Universities of Alberta and Calgary, LCMS Faculty & Junior Programs Co-ordinator. Leanne has been on the Suzuki faculty at LCMS for 30 years.
Nicole Wilton – Piano & Teacher Training A Suzuki Piano Teacher in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan teaching since 1992.. Nicole is one of 5 Teacher Trainers of Suzuki Piano in Canada. As well as maintaining a private piano studio, Nicole is the owner/director of Wilton Academy of Music, home to 500 music students. She holds a Masters degree in Education with a focus on Early Childhood Education, a BA honors in Psychology from the University of Saskatchewan as well as a Teachers ARCT from the Royal Conservatory of Canada. Nicole is a frequent clinician, adjudicator and presenter at music workshops and institutes across North America.
Laur Lenaghan – Artists’ Studio Laur is a local interdisciplinary artist; their work incorporates sculpture, performance, and socially engaged practice. An LCMS alumnus, he is currently an administrative employee and assistant teacher in Suzuki Early Learning classes at the school. They also play bass with LCMS ensembles. Laur is a student at Kwantlen Polytechnic University in the Fine Arts and Music programs.
#01 Drumming – For all students
In this fun, energetic class explore unique rhythms, build personal music skills and drum with friends!
#02 Artists’ Studio – Laur Lenaghan
For All Students
In this hands-on class, students will explore visual art-making processes and materials to express themselves creatively. Be prepared to get messy! An oversized t-shirt or smock is recommended to protect clothing.
#03 Chamber Ensemble – Leanne Wendt
For violin and viola students Book 4+ / ages 9+
Students will develop listening and communication skills as they collaborate to prepare chamber music in a small orchestral setting.
Note: Students should be reading music comfortably to register for this chamber class. Interested students must register by June 1 in order to receive and prepare repertoire in advance. Music will be sent to participants the week of June 10.
Thursday July 4 to Monday July 8, 2024
Discussion of teaching points and development of technique and musicianship of Suzuki Piano Unit 2.
Instructor: Nicole Wilton (SK)
Prerequisites:
- SAA active membership
- Every Child Can! course
- SAA Piano Unit 1 course
- Approved Basic, Intermediate or Comprehensive video audition through the SAA
Required Course Preparation:
All teacher training participants are asked to prepare and memorize the repertoire to be studied to the point of fluent performance. Additionally, participants should be conversant with the ideas presented in Dr. Suzuki’s book Nurtured by Love.
All participants will be performing Suzuki repertoire and other materials in class. It is recommended that participants take notes during all sessions. 100% attendance is required for registering the course. If your instructor has prepared additional materials for the course, they will be made available online or emailed to you.
Hours: 15 hours of class, 8 hours of observations.
Registration Deadline: $550 (by May 15) $600 (after May 15)
No Registrations accepted after June 1, 2024
Cost: $550
Non-refundable Deposit: $100
For complete information about Teacher Development requirements, visit the SAA website suzukiassociation.org.
NOTE: All information, classes, faculty, etc. are subject to change depending on enrolment.
All Teacher Development courses are subject to cancellation should there be insufficient registration, in which case all fees will be refunded.
Musicianship for All Instruments
Musicianship for All Instruments
Dates: TBD
“To hear with the eyes – to see with the ears” – Zoltan Kodaly
Invaluable for any instrumentalist, singer or composer!
Be well prepared for your RCM Exam Musicianship Requirements (Ear Tests & Sight Reading). Perfect for all musicians – from teens-adults and from beginner through University levels – to strengthen musicianship, ear tests and sight reading for improved exam results (Musicianship is worth 20% of your mark!) and/or further develop musical independence and understanding.
Rooted in the Kodaly method, this course cultivates aural skills and a deeper understanding of musical structure, intervals, chords, and progressions through singing in solfege, listening/transcribing, and using a variety of progressive rhythmic, harmonic and melodic exercises.
Private lessons and/or classes are available in all levels.
Instructor: Liana Savard
Cost: TBD
A non-refundable deposit is due at time of registration.
Please note: all classes must meet the minimum student requirement in order to run.
Days & Times: TBD
Dates: TBD
Liana Savard, Instructor
Liana is a choral director, educator, and performer. Upon graduating with a Bachelor of Music degree in jazz studies from North Vancouver’s Capilano College in 2000, Liana went on to obtain her Master of Music degree in Choral Conducting from the University of Alberta in Edmonton in 2002. She taught first and second year Aural Skills in the Music Department at the University of Alberta (2000-2005), and has taught Aural Skills in classes and private lessons through the Langley Community Music School since 2005. Liana is currently Artistic Director of the Vancouver Orpheus Male Voice Choir and has a thriving vocal studio at the Langley Community Music School.
Summer Chamber Music
with the Rose Gellert String Quartet
July 15 – 19, 2024
For violin, viola and cello
Whether you’re looking to try chamber music for the first time or you’re a well-versed veteran wanting to enhance your ensemble skills, this weeklong intensive summer camp offers valuable tools to any aspiring string musician. With an emphasis on string quartet repertoire, students will be guided through rehearsals, workshops and performance opportunities. They will benefit from constructive coaching, group practise techniques and the experience of playing alongside members of the Rose Gellert String Quartet and other professional musicians in a positive and encouraging environment.
Different quartets will be formed based on playing level and experience, and each will be given focused guidance for each session. Students will form a large ensemble which will cap off the program.
Pre-formed quartets are encouraged.
Dates: July 15 – 19, 2024
Time: 9:30am-3:00pm
Wrap-up Concert: Friday, July 19, 6:00pm
Requirements: Suzuki Book 5+, RCM Grade 5+
Ages: All ages
Registration Deadline: June 28, 2024. Cost*: $TBA
*Due to the nature of the chamber music programme, fees are non-refundable.
Students responsible for providing their own lunch.
Will Chen – Violin Violinist Will Chen’s performances have taken him all over Canada, Europe and the United Kingdom as a soloist and chamber musician with the rising group Mainzer Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra. He is a member of the Rose Gellert String Quartet. B. Mus from University of Victoria; masters degree from Hochschule fur Musik Mainz, Germany. He has studied with teachers such as Patricia Shih, Ann Elliott-Goldschmid, Gwen Thompson, Roger Chase and Ann Shih.
Llowyn Ball – Violin Llowyn Ball is a dedicated and experienced chamber and orchestral musician. Llowyn completed his Master’s degree in violin performance at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music after studying at the UBC School of Music. He regularly performs with the Kamloops Symphony Orchestra, Vancouver Island Symphony Orchestra, the Okanagan Symphony Orchestra, & Vancouver New Music. When not with four strings under his fingers, Llowyn is most likely to be found with grease under his fingernails while tinkering on an old British motorcycle, or piloting a passenger ferry.
Peter Ing – Viola Canadian-born Chinese violist, Peter Ing, is a musician with the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra. Peter began his musical training directly on the viola and was immersed into the rich alto sound right from the start. He obtained his bachelor’s degree from the University of Western Ontario, studying with Ralph Aldridge. Following that, he went on to study with David Harding at the University of British Columbia, completing a master’s degree. Peter also spent time as a fellow at the Kent Blossom Music Festival studying chamber music and orchestral repertoire with various Cleveland Orchestra musicians. Aside from being an active orchestral musician, he is also the violist and founding member of the Rose Gellert String Quartet, the ensemble-in-residence at the Langley Community Music School. His string quartet acts as a musical ambassador in the Langley area bringing music to schools and senior’s homes where their residence may not have the mobility to attend live performances. When not on stage, Peter can be found with is Partner roaming around garden centres finding new plants to grow on their home balcony.
Ben Goheen – Cello Ben Goheen holds a masters degree in cello performance from UBC, where he studied with Eric Wilson. While attending university, he held the principal cello position for the symphony’s main concerts. He has enjoyed performing in several other symphonies in the Lower Mainland, including the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra, Vancouver Island Symphony Orchestra, Prince George Symphony, BC Chamber Orchestra, Kamloops Symphony, Vancouver Inter-Cultural Orchestra and Canada West Chamber Orchestra. He also loves performing with a wide variety of small chamber ensembles, and as a solo performer he enjoys in-studio and concert sessions. In addition to performing, Ben is the conductor of the Surrey Symphony Society’s Intermediate Strings.
Summer Theory, History & Harmony Classes
Complete your theory and history requirements this summer! These online classes will run throughout the summer for the August and December RCM exams.
In addition to virtual classes, in-person semi-private and private lessons may be available for theory, history and harmony levels. Please contact the office at 604-534-2848 to express your interest.
Theory Classes – 2024
Prepare for the RCM Theory Exams in the following Summer Theory Group Classes:
Blast Off to Theory! Class
This class is suitable for students who have never taken any theory before and would like to ‘get their feet wet’ without committing to a full course this summer. Material worked on will be from the RCM Theory 3 and 4 syllabus and will include some of the following: note recognition, proper notation of notes/rhythms/accidentals on a staff, key signatures, major and minor scales, melody writing, tonic and dominant triads, and writing major, minor, and perfect intervals. Students will be able to enrol in Theory 5 in September 2023 after completing this course.
Lesson length: 60 minutes
Day & Time: TBA
Runs: TBA
Ages: 8 – 12
Cost: TBA
A non-refundable deposit is due at time of registration
Pre-requisites: students should have solid note-recognition, be reading music comfortably, and have some knowledge of major and minor scales
Theory 7/8 Challenge
– TBA
A quick burst through Theory 7 and 8 material for intermediate/advanced students preparing for the August Theory 8 RCM exam.
Lesson length: 90 minutes
Days: TBA
Runs: TBA
Exam: Optional (only the RCM level 8 exam is required). If elected, it will be a remote exam completed online within 120 days of registration.
Time: TBA
Cost: TBA
A non-refundable deposit is due at time of registration
Private and Semi-Private Lessons
In addition to classes, all theory levels are available by private lesson. Standard LCMS private lesson rates apply. Levels not available as classes are offered by private/semi-private lesson only.
RCM Exams
Please note, that levels 5, 6 and 7 are optional. Level 8 is the only exam needed to meet all practical exam requirements up to and including level 8.
Kathleen Stanyer, Instructor
Kathleen is a passionate musician and educator, with years of experience in private piano instruction, performing and accompanying. She has always excelled at academics, and has a solid foundation in music theory and history; both subjects which she teaches with enthusiasm and conviction. She strives to give her students the skills and knowledge to become excited, dedicated, and passionate about music making in both classical and popular styles.
History Classes – 2024
Students will prepare for the summer Royal Conservatory of Music examination session.
Personal study at home is expected following each class, and will be in the form of completing assigned worksheets and practice exams, self-study and memorization of material, and compiling notecards of terms, composers, musical works, and significant publications required for study.
Lesson Length: TBA
Days: TBA
Runs: TBA
Exam: TBD
Time: TBD in consultation with instructor. Please contact the office to discuss
Cost: $TBA
A non-refundable deposit is due at time of registration
Course Materials: The textbook for the class is an extra cost.
Please note: all classes must meet the minimum student requirement to run.
Level 9 History
This course emphasizes the study of Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and Modern musical periods, focusing on significant composer’s biographies, works, and contributions, as outlined in the current Theory Syllabus.
Level 10 History
This course focuses on how and why musical genres and styles evolved through time, from Gregorian Chant to Schubert as outlined in the current Theory Syllabus – please contact the office to enquire about details.
ARCT History
This course focuses on genres and musical styles and how and why these evolved through time from Romantic to Modern, as outlined in the current Theory Syllabus.
Private and Semi-Private Lessons
In addition to classes, all History levels are available by private or semi-private lesson. Standard LCMS private lesson rates apply. Levels not available as classes are offered by private/semi-private lesson only.
Kathleen Stanyer, Instructor
Kathleen is a passionate musician and educator, with years of experience in private piano instruction, performing and accompanying. She has always excelled at academics, and has a solid foundation in music theory and history; both subjects which she teaches with enthusiasm and conviction. She strives to give her students the skills and knowledge to become excited, dedicated, and passionate about music making in both classical and popular styles.
Harmony Classes – 2024
Students will prepare for the August and/or December Royal Conservatory of Music examination session.
Level 10 Harmony and Counterpoint for August Exams
This course prepares students to write the RCM Level 10 Harmony & Counterpoint exam in August. This course furthers the knowledge and abilities fostered in the Harmony 9 level.
Lesson length: 1.75 hours
Runs: Once per week Tuesdays in June 5:30-7:15pm and twice per week July 4-Aug 10, Tuesdays and Thursdays 4:30-6:15pm
Exam: TBA
Time: TBD in consultation with instructor. Please contact the office to discuss.
Cost: TBA
A non-refundable deposit is due at the time of registration
Course Materials:Textbooks are purchased by students.
Private and Semi-Private Lessons
In addition to classes, all upper level theory classes (including ARCT Analysis, and ARCT Harmony and Counterpoint) are available by private or semi-private lessons. Standard LCMS lesson rates apply. Levels not offered as classes are offered by private/semi-private lesson only.
Kathleen Stanyer, Instructor
Kathleen is a passionate musician and educator, with years of experience in private piano instruction, performing and accompanying. She has always excelled at academics, and has a solid foundation in music theory and history; both subjects which she teaches with enthusiasm and conviction. She strives to give her students the skills and knowledge to become excited, dedicated, and passionate about music making in both classical and popular styles.
Level 9, 10 & ARCT Harmony for December Exams
This course prepares students to write the RCM Level 9, 10 and ARCT Harmony exams in December.
Lesson length: TBD
Days: TBD
Runs: TBD
Exam: TBD
Time: TBD in consultation with instructor. Please contact the office to discuss.
Cost: $TBA
A non-refundable deposit is due at the time of registration
Course Materials:Textbooks are purchased by student.
Private and Semi-Private Lessons
In addition to classes, all upper level theory classes (including ARCT Analysis, and ARCT Harmony and Counterpoint) are available by private or semi-private lessons. Standard LCMS private lesson rates apply. Levels not offered as classes are offered by private/semi-private lesson only.
Alan Stiles, Instructor
Born and raised in Bella Coola, BC, Allen Stiles received his Master’s degree at the University of British Columbia studying under Lee Kum Sing. He is a founding member and artistic director of The Little Chamber MusicSeries That Could Society, and is a member of Joe Trio. He is also a highly respected freelance pianist and teacher in the Vancouver area.