Collaborate with fellow musicians and hone your ensemble playing skills! Explore diverse repertoire ranging from baroque favourites to contemporary pop hits. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced cellist, all skill levels are welcome and no previous ensemble experience is required.

2024-2025 School Year:

Wednesdays,7:45-8:45PM
September 25, 2024 - June 11, 2025
(No classes: Dec 18, Dec 25, Jan 1, Mar 26)

Performances:
Performance Masterclass Series, Nov 30-Dec 2. Class date/time: TBA
Chinook Celebration of Music Festival, Feb 28-March 2. Class date/time: TBA
CSM Adult Performance Evening, June 22, 6:30PM

Instructor: Rachel MacDonald
SW location
Payment Options: $50 deposit required at booking, $93.50/month, Oct - June

Collaborate with fellow musicians and refine your chamber music playing skills. Enjoy creating beautiful music in an inspired learning environment while exploring a diverse range of repertoire spanning from the Baroque era to Contemporary pop music.

2024-2025 School Year:

Rehearsals: Mondays 1:00-1:45PM
Dates:
Sept 23
October 7, 21
Nov 4, 18
Jan 13, 27
Feb 10, 24
March 10, 31
April 14, 28
May 12, 26
June 2, 16

Performances:
Performance Masterclass Series, Nov 30-Dec 2. Class date/time: TBA
Chinook Celebration of Music Festival, Feb 28-March 2. Class date/time: TBA
Adult Performance Evening, June 22, 6:30PM

Instructor: Patricia Higgins
SW location
Registration: $408

Pre-requisites: This program is for students studying at an RCM Grade 5 or higher level. Students must be taking lessons at Chinook School of Music or elsewhere to participate in the program.

What you need for class:

• Please bring your violin, shoulder rest, bow.

• In our first class we will meet together, discuss our goals for the ensemble and review ideas for music selections.

Join a community of adult musicians dedicated to elevating their musical skills. Students of all instruments and levels gather throughout the year to share their music in an informal setting. This is a unique opportunity to develop repertoire, glean insights from peers, receive constructive feedback, collaborate with an accompanist and boost your confidence in performing.

2024-2025 School Year:

Tuesdays, 8:00-9:15PM
Dates: Oct 22, Nov. 19, Jan 28, Feb 25, April 22, May 20, June 10
Instructor: Angela Cavar
SW location
Registration: $199

This customized program will have you jamming with your friends and kids in no time! Explore strumming patterns and rhythms, learn picking techniques and build a collection of your favourite tunes.

Adults who have guitar playing experience or have already taken a level 1 class are encouraged to register in level 2 or 3. If you are unsure which class level is the best fit, please contact us.

Level 1
This customized program will have you jamming with your friends and kids in no time! Explore strumming patterns and rhythms, learn introductory picking techniques and build a collection of your favourite tunes. No prior musical experience is necessary, this class is for absolute beginners.

Winter/Spring Session
Mondays 8:00-9:00PM
Feb 24 - May 26, 2025
No classes: Mar 24, May 19
Instructor: Ryan Ronksley
SW location
Registration: $295