Violin Outreach Program (VOP)

VOP Performance classes will explore musical performance and refine mastery strategies and skills. Students perform outreach performances around lower mainland year round.

Our expert instructors will teach all skills, including bowing, intonation, and expressive dynamics, to develop individual artistry. Ensemble performances teach students teamwork, communication, and musical knowledge. The curriculum instills a profound awareness of stage etiquette, encompassing stage presence, audience interaction, concert preparation, and professional politeness. This immersive experience makes students skilled violinists and poised, confident performers who can succeed in various musical settings.

The VOP continues to be taught in a group setting, offering students the chance to volunteer, perform in the community, collaborate with peers, and further develop their violin skills.

2025/2026 - Intake of new students: please contact info@richmondmusicschool.ca or register online.

(Each group has different start and end date depending on the lesson day in the week. Please refer to your lesson calendar for official timetable).

Term 1 : Week of September 9, 2025 - November 24, 2025

Term 2: Week of Nov 24, 2025 to March 2, 2026

Term 3: Week of March 30, 2026 to June 3, 2026

All VOP students are expected to enroll from September 2025 to June 2026. Three payments of $399.00* including a violin is provided to all students for free**.

*Note: An annual membership charge of $50.00 per household applies beginning July 1 each year. Memberships registered after January 1 are prorated to $25.00. This membership is required prior to registration and before any lessons begin. Annual membership is effective from July 1 to June 30 for each academic year.

**All VOP students who need to borrow a violin must provide a deposit of $150 as a damage deposit, which will be refunded upon the return of the violin in good condition.