Summer Programs 2025
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!
Summer Music for Babies & Toddlers
Dates TBA
Immerse your child in an environment rich with rhythm and rhyme – the building blocks of language.
Give your child an enriching musical experience that is designed to support and celebrate their success as they grow and learn. Classes are structured to provide a comforting routine through which new tasks and activities are introduced in a calm learning environment.
Family Model
Children participate together with their parents or caregivers:
- encourages the development of skills at every age
- fosters sensitivity towards others
- encourages a unique parent-child bond
Dates: TBA
Times: TBA
Ages: 3 months – 3 years with parent participation
Cost per child: $TBA
Leanne Wendt, violin Leanne is trained in Suzuki and Royal Conservatory violin, specializing in preschool music training. She has received Suzuki Teacher Training at University of Maine, Pacific University, Western Washington University and Universities of Alberta and Calgary. Leanne has been on the Suzuki faculty at LCMS for over 30 years, and is the current Director of Summer Programs.
Playing with Music Summer Camp
Dates TBA
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 the last day of camp.
Dates: TBA
Time: TBA
Ages: 4 to 6 years; 7 to 9 years
Cost: $TBA
A $100 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.
Strings in Summer
for Suzuki Violin Students, Books 1-3
Days TBA, various times
Keep your Suzuki string students playing at this fun-filled summer program! These group sessions are dedicated to playing Suzuki violin Books 1-3 repertoire in a performance class format. Enjoy time with music friends, including swimming and an opportunity to play for seniors. Family and friends are invited to join us for a musical presentation, followed by games night.
Level: Suzuki Violin, Book 1-3
Dates/Times: TBA
Cost: $TBA
Leanne Wendt, violin Leanne is trained in Suzuki and Royal Conservatory violin, specializing in preschool music training. She has received Suzuki Teacher Training at University of Maine, Pacific University, Western Washington University and Universities of Alberta and Calgary. Leanne has been on the Suzuki faculty at LCMS for over 30 years, and is the current Director of Summer Programs.
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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 Unit3
July 2 – 6, 2025
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 viola students 6 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: TBA
**Students may register for up to two enrichment classes if the schedule allows.
Camp Dates: July 2-6, 2025
Orientation Ice-Breaker: TBA
The camp begins with an orientation session, including a play-in and ice-cream social.
Camp Schedule:
TBA
Noon Hour Concerts & Activities: TBA
Family Picnic: Join us for a fun get-together in the park!
Cost: $TBA
Windup Celebration: TBA
Group and enrichment classes will be presented in concert at our Windup Celebration. Family and friends are welcome!
Costs:
Strings and Piano Book 1-3: $TBA (by June 1) $TBA (after June 1)
Strings and Piano Book 4-up: $TBA (by June 1) $TBA (after June 1)
Extra Enrichment Class: $TBA
Twinklers Mini Camp: (Violin, viola and piano 6 years and under only) $TBA (by June 1) $TBA (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.
TBA
Ensemble Classes TBA
Dates: July 2-6, 2025
Instructor: Nicole Wilton
Hours: TBA hours of class, TBA hours of observations.
Registration Deadline: $TBA (by May 15) $TBA (after May 15)
No Registrations accepted after June 1, 2025
Cost: $TBA
Non-refundable Deposit: $100
Training Prerequisites & Course Order: Teachers need to be 18, have a high school diploma, and be Active Members to take training. ECC is required prior to Unit 1, and courses should be taken in order through Unit 3. Beginning in January 2025, Teaching Strategies is a prerequisite for Unit 3.
Audition Requirements: Applicants must pass the audition requirements on the SAA Website. See Guidelines & Requirements. Auditions need to be received at least 14 days before the course starts. Earlier is better because it leaves room for a second try if the first audition does not pass!
Course Preparation: Teacher Training participants are asked to prepare repertoire to be studied to the point of fluent performance. Memorization of repertoire is required for Unit 1 and encouraged for all units. Participants should be conversant in ideas presented in Nurtured by Love. 100% attendance is required.
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.
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
Dates TBA
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 practice 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: TBA
Time: TBA
Wrap-up Concert: TBA
Requirements: Suzuki Book 5+, RCM Grade 5+
Ages: All ages
Early Bird Registration Deadline: TBA Cost*: TBA
Registration Deadline: TBA Cost*: $TBA
Discounted Sibling Rate: $TBA per student
*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. Will holds a Bachelors of Music from the University of Victoria and a Masters degree from Hochschule fur Musik, Mainz, Germany.
Llowyn Ball – Violin Llowyn Ball is a dedicated and experienced chamber and orchestral musician. Llowyn completed his Masters 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.
Peter Ing – Viola Peter Ing is a musician with the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra. He obtained his Bachelors degree from the University of Western Ontario, and went on to complete a Masters degree at the University of British Columbia. Peter also spent time as a fellow at the Kent Blossom Music Festival studying chamber music and orchestral repertoire with various Cleveland Orchestra musicians.
Ben Goheen – Cello Ben Goheen holds a Masters degree in cello performance from the University of British Columbia. He performs with several symphonies and ensembles, including the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra and the Vancouver Opera Orchestra. In addition to the Rose Gellert String Quartet, Ben performs with a variety of smaller chamber ensembles throughout the Lower Mainland.
Summer Theory, History & Harmony Classes
Complete your theory and history requirements this summer! 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.