Masterclasses and Lectures

Expand your understanding of the rich art and craft of Art Song Interpretation and Performance. VISI has daily lectures spanning topics in poetry, cultural history, philosophy, collaborative practices, and song musicology.

Every afternoon VISI holds Masterclasses and Lectures that include repertoire tied into the lecture series. Observe the technical and artistic processes of Song Interpretation and Performance through the teaching of the distinguished VISI faculty. You are welcome to audit all classes unless otherwise requested by individual coaches.

The audience at a masterclass - listeners, students, and VISI faculty. 

Support emerging artists as they work toward realization of powerful performances – your presence assists their development of expressive skills. The program will include studies in Schubert and other LIeder repertoire, English, American, and Canadian song, and an intensive course in French Mélodie. You can also observe classes in dramatic recitation with Dean Paul Gibson and other acting coaches.

VISI 2011 fees for Drop-In Visitors and Auditors:

All passes are available during the Institute at the VISI Desk, in the lobby of the UBC School of Music.  Cash or cheque only.

Registration and payment (cash or cheque) is only available at the venue. Registration and payment is not available on-line for drop-in visitors and auditors.

Morning: $10 Student: $5  Student identification required.
Provides access to all sessions on a given morning.  Does not include any concert tickets.

Afternoon: $20 Student: $10  Student identification required.
Provides access to all sessions on a given afternoon. Does not include any concert tickets.

Day Pass: $25 Student Day Pass: $15  Student identification required.
Provides access to all sessions on a given day. Does not include any concert tickets.

Program Pass: $300 Student Program Pass: $200  Student identification required.
The Program Pass allows auditors access for the 19 days of VISI 2011. 
Does not include any concert tickets.

Six-Day Pass: $125
The Six-Day Pass is available for June 6-11 or June 13-18.   For the balance of VISI, the daily drop-in rates also apply.   Does not include any concert tickets.

All Drop-In Visitors and Auditors must purchase separate concert tickets to attend any SONGFIRE concerts. None of the above offerings include any ticketed concerts.

Passes may be purchased at the VISI desk in the lobby of the UBC School of Music.  Cash and cheque only.  For further information please contact us.