Arbutus Music Academy Summer Programs
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 a category below and sign up today!
Violin Jam Camp 2.0
Age: 6-10
Dates: July 22-26, M-F, 10-11:45 am
- For violin/viola students in Suzuki Book 1 and 2.
- Play new pieces in different styles including fiddle, blues, music from movies and anime.
- Calling Mr. Beethoven! Imagine a day in life of 3 composers in Suzuki books 1-2.
- Lots of music games and opportunity to make new friends.
- Mini-recital for parents!
Fee: $240 ($216 before June 1, 2024)
Summer Chamber Music
Age: 6 – 10+
- Group 1: Aug 12-16, M-F, 10-11:45am , Age 6-9, Suzuki Book 2-3/RCM 3-4,
- Group 2: Aug 12-16, M-F, 1-2:45pm, Age 10+, Suzuki Book 4+/RCM 5+,
- Group 3: Aug 19-23, M-F, 10-11:45am, Age 10+, Suzuki Book 4+/RCM 5+,
- Group 4: Aug 19-23, M-F, 1-2:45pm, Age 6-9, Suzuki Book 2-3/RCM 3-4.
Fee: $240 ($216 before June 1, 2024)
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!
Piano Duet- registration closed
Group 1: July 15-19, M-F, 10-11:45am Age: 6-10 y.o. Level: RCM 1+
Group 2: July 29-Aug 2, M-F, 10-11:45am Age: 8-12 y.o. Level: RCM 2+
- Each student will have their part tailored to their skill level.
- 2 years of piano experience required for either camp.
- Play piano four-hands pieces of different styles including blues and music from movies and anime.
- Learn to play with a partner.
- Mini recital for parents at the end!
- 4-6 students per class ( on 2-3 pianos).
Fee: $240 ($216 before June 1, 2024)
For Beginners
Hello Violin-
registration closed
Age: 3-5
Dates: July 8-12, M-F, 9:30-11:15 am
- For young violin beginners to learn in a fun and interactive environment.
- Basic violin posture with rhymes
- Instrument crafts and fun rhythm and pitch games
- Learning to play simple tunes
- Instruments provided for in-class use
- Mini-performance for parents at the end!
Fee: $240 ($216 before June 1, 2024)
Hummingbirds Sing and Play- registration closed
Age: Ages: 1-3 and their caregivers
Dates: July 8-12, M-F, 9:45-10:45 am
- Lead your child into the world of music, poetry and imagination
- Participants will sing, dance, march, recite rhymes, count in several languages, learn to play percussion instruments, and bond with music and each other.
Fee: $150 ($135 before June 1, 2024)
Beginner 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: $250 ($275 Value)
Voice 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.
- The package cannot be combined with a free trial lesson
Fee: $180 ($195 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: $250 ($275 Value)
Theory
RCM Theory 1-8 intensive course
Age: 12+ and in Level 8 on their instruments
Dates: July 2- August 8, Every Tuesday and Thursday, 6:15-8:15 pm
- Materials: Celebrate Theory Level 6,7,8 and latest RCM Practice Exam Level 8
- Aim for Aug 11, 12 in-person exam or take online exam at your choice
- 4-6 students
- 6 weeks, 24 hours in total
- No make up lessons
Fee: $550 (Materials not included)
RCM Theory 1-5 intensive course- registration closed
Age: Age 9+ or recommendation of their instructor
Dates: July 2- August 8, Every Tuesday and Thursday, 4-6 pm
- Materials: Celebrate Theory Level 5 and latest RCM Practice Exam Level 5
- Aim for Aug 11, 12 in-person exam or take online exam at your choice
- 4-6 students
- 6 weeks, 24 hours in total
- No make up lessons
Fee: $450 (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.
