VCC Music offers a two-year diploma and a subsequent two-year Bachelor of Applied Music Degree. Both credentials emphasize the development of skills and experience toward becoming a successful professional in music. VCC is highly regarded for its academic and skills curricula, as well as its emphasis on music and media, career opportunities and performance techniques courses.
In addition to classical and jazz studies, VCC welcomes instrumentalists and vocalists in rock and popular music, as well as music traditions from other cultures. This diversity is exemplified by our range of ensembles: Willan Choir, VCC Concert Choir, Madrigal Singers, Jazz Orchestra, Latin Jazz Ensemble, Pre-Bop Jazz Ensemble, Classic Jazz Ensemble, Brass Ensemble, Electric Jazz (Fusion and Funk) Ensemble, Gamelan Ensemble, New Music Ensemble and others.
VCC faculty are among the finest artist-teachers in the province and, together with our alumni, continue to have significant critical and commercial success in the industry.
VCC Music has a $50,000 scholarship fund dedicated to entrance scholarships. Awards are based on the strength of an applicant's audition. The music program also offers generous ongoing scholarship support to continuing students.
Our approach is
one of unending exploration.
Your guide to VCC music alumni and faculty at Vancouver's 2019 Jazz Fest
Jun 21, 2019
Join us in recognizing VCC alumni for significant contributions to their industries and communities
Mar 20, 2019
VCC music grad Alison Gorman finds a musical home in Vancouver’s hottest, queerest band
Aug 1, 2018
Your guide to VCC music alumni and faculty at Vancouver's 2018 Jazz Fest
Jun 11, 2018
Recognizing talented and deserving students at our spring 2018 awards ceremony
May 29, 2018
Four of VCC's creative community leaders have been recognized by the City of Vancouver
Oct 11, 2017
After rediscovering a childhood talent, one VCC student finds classical piano is more than lessons
Aug 11, 2017
The five distinguished recipients share their unique stories of success and dedication
Mar 21, 2017
Multi-talented musician, composer, performer, and teacher Alan Matheson talks talent and inspiration
Oct 13, 2016
Vancouver musician aims to break down walls between music and dance
Jul 25, 2016
Over 30 of VCC's own musicians will be participating in the 2016 Vancouver International Jazz Festival
Jun 24, 2016
Horn player, Malcolm Aiken graduated from the VCC music diploma program in 2002
Jun 16, 2016
The VCC Willan Choir’s longest-standing member, 100-year-old Helen Fung continues to hit the high notes
May 26, 2016
