Arbutus Music Academy Summer Programs 2025
Space is Limited. Register Now to Claim Your Spot!
Since 2009, we have been joyfully starting and guiding Vancouver’s youngsters on their musical journey.
All camps and programs are in small groups of 4-6. Choose strings, chamber, or theory below and sign up today!
Bells and Whistles Violin Camp
Age: 9-13
Dates: Jul 28-Aug 1, M-F, 10-11:30 am
- For violin students in Suzuki Book 1 and early Book 2/RCM 1-3
- Explore ensemble playing and sight reading.
- Compose variations for familiar pieces and play games that encourage improvisation of short melodies
- Play rhythm and ear-training games and learn about several composers.
- Mini-recital on the last day.
Fee: $205
Summer Chamber Music
- Session 1 AM: Jul 14-18, M-F, 10-11:45am , Age 6-9, Suzuki Book 2-3/RCM 3-4,
- Session 1 PM: Jul 14-18, M-F, 1-2:45pm, Age 10+, Suzuki Book 4+/RCM 5+,
- Session 2 AM: Aug 18-22, M-F, 10-11:45am, Age 10+, Suzuki Book 4+/RCM 5+,
- Session 2 PM: Aug 18-22, M-F, 1-2:45pm, Age 6-9, Suzuki Book 2-3/RCM 3-4.
Fee: $240
Summer Chamber Music
Chamber music camps are for intermediate and advanced violin, viola, cello and piano players.
Ensemble playing fosters better listening, musical style awareness, performance flexibility and collaboration skills.
Meet like-minded people and enjoy playing new music together!
Mini-recital at the end!
Beginner Lesson Packages
Guitar Package
- For new students only
- 3 hours of private instruction with a flexible schedule (6, 4 or 3 lessons in any number of weeks) in July and August.
- Instrument provided by the teacher for the duration of the package.
- The package cannot be combined with a free trial lesson
Fee: $252 ($280 Value)
Violin package
- For new students only
- 3 hours of private instruction with a flexible schedule (6, 4 or 3 lessons in any number of weeks) in July and August.
- Instrument provided by the teacher for the duration of the package.
- The package cannot be combined with a free trial lesson
Fee: $252 ($280 Value)
Theory
RCM Theory 1-5 intensive course
Age: Age 9+ or recommendation of their instructor
Dates: June 30- August 6, every Monday and Wednesday, 4-6 pm
- Materials: Elementary Music Theory 1-3, Essential Music Theory 4-5 & latest RCM Practice Exam Level 5
- Aim for Aug 8-9 in-person exam or take online exam when you choose
- 4-6 students
- 6 weeks, 24 hours in total
- No make up lessons
Fee: $450 (Materials not included)
RCM Theory 1-8 intensive course
Age: 12+ and in Level 8 on their instruments
Dates: June 30- August 6, every Monday and Wednesday, 6:15-8:15 pm
- Materials: Celebrate Theory Level 6,7,8 and latest RCM Practice Exam Level 8
- Aim for Aug 8-9 in-person exam or take online exam when you choose
- 4-6 students
- 6 weeks, 24 hours in total
- No make up lessons
Fee: $550 (Materials not included)
All Program Policies:
All camps and programs except private lesson packages are subject to minimum enrollment of 4 and maximum enrollment of 6. An invoice and instructions for eTransfer payment will be sent within 3 business days of the registration. The space will not be reserved until a full payment is received.
Camp start-up info and liability waiver will be sent 1 week prior to the first day of camp. The camps not meeting minimum enrollment will be cancelled with 2 weeks’ notice to parents.
For sessions cancelled by participants with more than 24 hours notice before the start of the first class, a $25 processing fee applies (refund less $25).
For sessions cancelled with less than 24 hours notice before the start of the first class, there are no refunds.
