VSO School of Music

VSO School of Music Joyful music learning for people of ALL ages & abilities in the heart of Vancouver. Lessons, group classes, ensembles & lectures for infants to seniors.

Welcome to Vancouver’s most exciting music school! In-person & virtual music classes, lessons & ensembles for ALL ages, abilities and aspirations happen here, at the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra School of Music. Join our community, where Early Years; Classical; Jazz & World Music education is delivered collaboratively by the VSO School’s world-class faculty, including many members of the Vancouver

Symphony Orchestra. Visit our state-of-the-art, 25,000sqft School next to the Orpheum in the heart of Vancouver. Use our sound-proofed practice studios, attend our many free performances in the School’s acoustically-excellent Pyatt Hall, rent a rehearsal space, or just enjoy coffee and a croissant at the on-site cafe! Above all, we’re here for you, so make this YOUR school of music.

Register now for guitar programs for adults starting September!🎵Never picked up the guitar before? Never Too Late Adult ...
08/26/2026

Register now for guitar programs for adults starting September!

🎵Never picked up the guitar before? Never Too Late Adult Guitar (16+) is a supportive, hands-on class where you can master the basics from the ground up and start learning to play the songs you've always dreamed of playing!
https://vsoschoolofmusic.ca/program/adult-guitar-classes/

🎵Join an Adult Guitar Ensemble (16+) and play, learn, and improve together. Meet like-minded peers and join a vibrant community! Available for beginners to advanced musicians.
https://vsoschoolofmusic.ca/program/adult-guitar-ensemble/

Register now for Mini Music Makers at three different satellite locations this term! Start your child's lifelong musical...
08/24/2026

Register now for Mini Music Makers at three different satellite locations this term! Start your child's lifelong musical journey in this exciting class full of singing, moving, playing, and learning, taught by highly experienced Early Childhood music instructors.

📍Evergreen Arts (Coquitlam) | Sept 14–Dec 14 | 3 months-5 years or 3-5 years

📍Anvil Centre (New Westminster) | Sept 22-Oct 27 & Nov 3-Dec 8 | 3 months-5 years

📍Zavieh Music Academy (North Van) | Oct 17-31 (3 sessions) | 3 months-1 year, 1-3 years, or 3-5 years

Don't wait - register now! https://vsoschoolofmusic.ca/program/mini-music-makers-satellite/

Prepare for a professional vocal career with our brand new specialized program: Vocal Arts Academy (ages 14+)!Led by Dia...
08/24/2026

Prepare for a professional vocal career with our brand new specialized program: Vocal Arts Academy (ages 14+)!

Led by Diane King (graduate of Voice Performance from UBC with a Certificate of Advanced Studies in Voice from the prestigious Guildhall School of Music and Drama, with 25+ years of teaching experience), this holistic conservatory-style music program is perfect for dedicated singers looking to master their craft.

Every week includes:
- Private lessons
- Vocal coaching
- Song School
- Specialized Voice Modules (including Diction for Singers, Acting the Song, and Musicianship & History)

Take the next step in your singing journey! Register now for Vocal Arts Academy: https://vsoschoolofmusic.ca/program/vocal-arts-academy/

Explore the rich world of traditional Chinese instruments with Azalea Ensemble, Guzheng Journey, and Erhu Ensemble, open...
08/23/2026

Explore the rich world of traditional Chinese instruments with Azalea Ensemble, Guzheng Journey, and Erhu Ensemble, open now for registration!

🎶 Azalea Ensemble (all ages and experience levels)
Explore a variety of Chinese instruments together and enjoy a wide range of collaboration and performance opportunities.

🎶 Guzheng Journey: Beginner Level (all ages)
Learn the iconic guzheng and master foundational techniques in a fun, supportive space, no prior musical experience required.

🎶 Erhu Ensemble (10+ years)
For those with foundational erhu skills to play together and develop their performance abilities. Participants will be grouped into similar skill levels to provide the best environment for learning.

Join us for an unforgettable journey into Chinese music! Register now on our website: https://vsoschoolofmusic.ca/program-category/global-music

Musician FUNdamentals is an engaging and interactive music theory class for 6-10 year olds, equipping them with the foun...
08/22/2026

Musician FUNdamentals is an engaging and interactive music theory class for 6-10 year olds, equipping them with the foundational skills essential for a fulfilling musical journey. Full of fun activities and hands-on exercises in a supportive environment, it's the perfect place for young kids to gain a deeper understanding and love of music!

Takes place every Saturday starting September - register now at https://vsoschoolofmusic.ca/program/musicianship-fundamentals/

Build your music theory knowledge and prepare for RCM exams with RCM Theory Classes! These hands-on, interactive courses...
08/22/2026

Build your music theory knowledge and prepare for RCM exams with RCM Theory Classes! These hands-on, interactive courses are led by expert instructors and provide the holistic learning environment needed to truly internalize the mechanics of music.

Available for a variety of levels for students aged 6+, with RCM 5-6 also available online. Register now at https://vsoschoolofmusic.ca/program/rcm-theory/

08/21/2026

Thank you everyone for joining us for the 2026 International Young Artists Festival last week! We were thrilled to see so many passionate musicians learning, playing, and sharing their love of classical music together. A big thank you to our amazing guest artists Jonathan Crow, Nicholas Wright, Jacob van der Sloot, Peter Myers, Spartak Margaryan, Stefan Jackiw, the Calidore String Quartet, Dr Bogdan Dulu, festival conductors Carla and Harold Birston, and everyone who made this great event possible.

A half-day music camp for preschoolers to play, create, and learn music and art! (And for parents, a weekly morning "rec...
08/19/2026

A half-day music camp for preschoolers to play, create, and learn music and art! (And for parents, a weekly morning "recess!") Little & Loud is perfect for curious and creative little ones aged 3-5 years, a joyful blend of play and learning taught by specialist music and art teachers. Every Wednesday (9 AM - 12 PM), available in Fall, Winter, and Spring terms!

Register now! https://vsoschoolofmusic.ca/program/music-preschool-care-little-and-loud/

Some great times in the school as the International Young Artists Festival continues! Come see the student recitals toda...
08/14/2026

Some great times in the school as the International Young Artists Festival continues!

Come see the student recitals today (12 PM, 3 PM, 6 PM) and join us tomorrow to wrap up an amazing week with The Splendour of Strings at Pyatt Hall and A Celebration of the Seasons at Christ Church Cathedral.

Get your tickets now on our website vsoschoolofmusic.ca or visit the link in our bio!

Address

843 Seymour Street
Vancouver, BC
V6B3L4

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 9pm
Tuesday 9am - 9pm
Wednesday 9am - 9pm
Thursday 9am - 9pm
Friday 9am - 9pm
Saturday 9am - 7:30pm
Sunday 11am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+16049159300

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