Learn the essentials of music theory and practice, including chords, scales, rhythm, triads, intervals, and more from some of Canada’s top musicians in a collaborative and supportive environment. Open to beginners and experienced musicians with limited theoretical knowledge.
Admission requirements
General
- This program is available to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. See program options for international students at VCC International.
- Applicants who self-identify as Indigenous are strongly encouraged to connect with VCC’s Indigenous Education and Community Engagement team to learn more about VCC’s Indigenous Enrolment policy, application preparation/completion, program advising, and a range of other individualized services.
- Applicants must be 16 years of age or older or a graduate of a secondary school. (Some exceptions may apply.)
- Applicants must submit official transcripts and other documents as required by their course or program. Seats are offered to eligible applicants with completed applications, in order of application completion date (except for programs with competitive admissions). A complete application includes an application form, evidence of educational pre-requisites (e.g. transcripts), any required supporting documents (e.g. language proficiency, audition video), and the required deposit or fee payment. If you do not meet the requirements for the term applied, your application may be cancelled.
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Courses *
| Courses | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| MUSC 1054 | Preparatory Class Piano 1 | 1 |
| MUSC 1064 | Preparatory Class Piano 2 | 1 |
| MUSC 1010 | Preparatory Individual Instruction 1 | 1 |
| MUSC 1030 | Preparatory Individual Instruction 2 | 1 |
| MUSC 1013 | Preparatory Music Theory 1 | 2 |
| MUSC 1033 | Preparatory Music Theory 2 | 2 |
| MUSC 1011 | Preparatory Musicianship 1 | 2 |
| MUSC 1031 | Preparatory Musicianship 2 | 2 |
| MUSI 1061 | Preparatory Music (Summer) | 0 |
Courses are offered as follows:
September (MUSC 1011, 1013, 1010, 1054)
January (MUSC 1031, 1033, 1030, 1064)
July (MUSI 1061)
| Courses | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| MUSC 1054 | Preparatory Class Piano 1 | 1 |
| MUSC 1064 | Preparatory Class Piano 2 | 1 |
| MUSC 1010 | Preparatory Individual Instruction 1 | 1 |
| MUSC 1030 | Preparatory Individual Instruction 2 | 1 |
| MUSC 1013 | Preparatory Music Theory 1 | 2 |
| MUSC 1033 | Preparatory Music Theory 2 | 2 |
| MUSC 1011 | Preparatory Musicianship 1 | 2 |
| MUSC 1031 | Preparatory Musicianship 2 | 2 |
Courses are offered as follows:
September (MUSC 1011, 1013, 1010, 1054)
January (MUSC 1031, 1033, 1030, 1064)
June (MUSC 1031, 1033)
* This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.
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Audition Information:
See the Application and Audition Requirements - Music Diploma and Music Prep Certificate for Music Supplemental Application and audition instructions. If you complete all steps by one of the deadlines below, you will be invited to the next scheduled audition interview date. Auditions take place by video submission and Zoom interview.
Upcoming Important Dates:
Applications open for 2023: See When to Apply
Deadline to apply for 2023:
- March 6, 2023 (for March 27 audition interview)
- April 14, 2023 (for April 24 audition interview)
- April 24, 2023 (for May 15 audition interview)
Audition interviews for 2023:
- March 27, 2023
- April 24, 2023
- May 15, 2023
- Additional dates: TBD
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