This course covers all aspects of musical performance including pre-stage and backstage preparation, onstage deportment, delivery and psychology, and post-performance assessment.
Prerequisites
Acceptance into the VCC Music Diploma program or permission of instructor.
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What you will learn
- Pre-stage practice/rehearsal issues-planning personnel and repertoire, time management, psychology/motivation
- Backstage issues - relaxation, warm-up, emotional preparation
- Onstage issues - focus, awareness, relaxation, audience contact, emotional connection, technical ease, solo and ensemble etiquette/conventions
- Post -performance assessment- listening, evaluation, appropriate delivery of comments
- Body Awareness/Health for musicians
- Stage set--live sound and lighting
- Video and audio recording
How to register
Please contact the School of Instructor Education at 604.871.7488 or 604.871.7499 or by email at sie@vcc.ca to apply.
For more information, please see the PIDP Program Content Guide.
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 41464 |
January 5, 2026 to April 24, 2026 |
Lab/Rehearsal | VCC Broadway Building A - Room 2010 | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
Contact us
If you have any question, please email at sie@vcc.ca.
Additional information
1. Practical and/or written examinations that demonstrate ability at or above the final exam and learning outcomes of this course.
2. A successful interview with the Music Department Leader and one other regularized music faculty member
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.