Meeting Dates

Next Meeting Details

February 5th, 2025 – 9:30am – General Meeting, 10:30am – Guest Speaker: Dr. Michelle Huang on The Art of Memorization on Zoom. 

Workshop introduction:
“I played through it without the music just fine before!”
We have all been there. What makes someone a better memorizer than others? In this talk, we will look at the four different types of memory: visual, tactile, aural, and analytical, and how to best use them to securely memorize our pieces for the next performance. We will learn that there is a direct correlation between excellent practice habits and memory, and how the act of storytelling can really help to secure that memory.

Dr. Michelle Huang Biography

Presentation Handout

Perks for BCRMTA Members:
Discounts include:
Indigo/Chapters – educational materials discount of 20%
• may purchase the iRewards card for $20 instead of $35.
Staples – https://www.staples.ca/a/content/teacher-appreciation
• claim teacher’s discount at checkout
The Vancouver Chopin Society -https://chopinsociety.org/subscriptions/single-tickets
• 15% discount for individual tickets
• 20% on season tickets
Vancouver Recital Society – https://vanrecital.com/
• 15% discount on single tickets
WashWorld – Steveston Hwy & No. 4 Rd – http://washworld.ca/portfolio-item/richmond/
• show your membership card & get 10% off an oil change
 
Please consult your Progressions Magazines for the latest discounts and the method of attaining these discounts.

.2024-2025 General Meetings and Guest Speakers / Luncheon

All Branch meetings and programs are scheduled but NOT confirmed at this time. We will be continuing to update members via email as each date nears.

General meetings are usually held at South Arm United Church, 11051 No. 3 Road, Richmond, B.C. (map

October 2, 2024

09:30am – General Meeting, 10:30am – Guest Speaker: Sergei Saratovsky on Chopin Mazurkas: Analysis and Interpretation 

November 6, 2024 

09:30am – General Meeting, 10:30am – Guest Speaker: Bob Kohl & Laurie Gris (from Long & McQuade Vancouver): Christmas & seasonal music books, new editions, manager’s choice. Available for sale on-site. 25% discount to members – special event pricing.

December 4, 2024 11:15am – General Meeting, 11:45am – Christmas Luncheon at Harold’s Kitchen and Bar (Sheraton Vancouver Airport hotel), 7551 Westminster Hwy, Richmond, B.C. (map)
February 5, 2025 (ONLINE) 09:30am – General Meeting, 10:30am – Guest Speaker: Dr. Michelle Huang on The Art of Memorization on Zoom. 
March 5, 2025  09:30am – AGM, Election, General Meeting, Members Meet & Greet, 10:45am – Guest Speaker: Bob Kohl & Laurie Gris (from Long & McQuade Vancouver): New and seasonal music books, new editions, manager’s choice. Available for sale on-site. 25% discount to members – special event pricing.
April 2, 2025 (ONLINE) 09:30am – General Meeting, 10:30am – Guest Speaker: Alessandra DiCienzo on From Expert to Beginner: Using the Science of Sight Reading To Improve Beginner Music Reading on Zoom. 

May 7, 2025

09:30am – General Meeting, 10:30am – Guest Speaker: Ildiko Skeldon on Mock Examination with a Senior RCM Examiner (Level 8 Piano). 
June 4, 2025 11:15am – General Meeting, 11:45am- Year End Luncheon at TBA