CYMC offers a range of programs that support young artists throughout the year. Each program blends high-quality instruction with a creative, encouraging environment where students can build skills, express themselves, and connect with a community of passionate performers.
A lively choral program where singers learn festival repertoire, improve vocal skills, and perform together as a large ensemble
Price: $50.00 CAD per class
Class length: 3 months
Class schedule:
Mon – Wed : 10AM – 12:30PM
Suitable for ages 10–18
A fun, upbeat class where you get to sing, dance, act, and just enjoy bringing musical scenes to life with a great group of people
Price: $50.00 CAD per class
Class length: 2 months
Class schedule:
Tue – Thur: 10AM – 12:30PM
Suitable for ages 7 and above
The CYMC Island Jazz Intensive is a two-week program where students focus on jazz improvisation and performance
Price: $60.00 CAD per person
Camp schedule:
5th April – 19th April (Start at 8AM)
Suitable for ages 12 and above (requires parent/guardian approval)
Spend three months at CYMC building your technique and musicianship through a range of immersive, skill-building classes
Price: $55.00 CAD per class
Class length: 3 months
Class schedule:
Tue – Thur: 10AM – 12:30PM
Adam Robertson is a Powell River–born drummer and composer with deep West Coast roots. A Jazz Studies graduate from Vancouver Island University, he performs and teaches across the island with artists such as Keanu Ienco, NOLA Nighthawks, Dry Goods, and Mahogany.
Steve Wallace, born in Toronto in 1956, is one of Canada’s top jazz bassists. His career includes touring and recording with major American and Canadian artists, including Zoot Sims, Ray Bryant, Rosemary Clooney, Oscar Peterson, and Ed Bickert. He moved to Courtenay in 2021 with his wife, Anna.
Montreal-born Greg holds degrees from Concordia and McGill and has taught at several institutions, including Abilene University and now Vancouver Island University. A freelance jazz trumpeter, arranger, and composer, he has performed across Canada and internationally and released a CD of original music titled Cause and Effect.
James holds a Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies from VIU and studied piano with Phil Dwyer, Bob Murphy, and Steve Smith. He spent ten years performing on cruise ships and now plays with Johnny Inappropriate, VIU’s Vocal Jazz Choir, and the Duncan Symonds Trio.
Cayleigh Borsboom is a bookseller by day and musician by night. After two years studying at Humber College, she made Courtenay her home. She loves books, nature, board games, jazz, and time with her chosen family.
Lori Mazey teaches Theatre Arts and Dance at G.P. Vanier and holds degrees in Theatre, Educational Leadership, and an ATCL from Trinity College London. She has directed over 50 award-winning productions and has received major honours including the Queen’s Jubilee Medal. Lori also coaches improv teams that have earned national and global championships.
Carol Anne Parkinson is a vibrant singer, voice teacher, and conductor with a Bachelor of Music from UBC. She has performed with renowned choirs and directed groups including the Hellenic Chorus, CYMC choirs, and Nova Voce. Currently leading Men of Notes, she also appears as a soloist with various ensembles. Offstage, she enjoys curling, exploring Seal Bay, and knitting with her dog nearby.
James holds a Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies from VIU and studied piano with Phil Dwyer, Bob Murphy, and Steve Smith. He spent ten years performing on cruise ships and now plays with Johnny Inappropriate, VIU’s Vocal Jazz Choir, and the Duncan Symonds Trio.
Adam Robertson is a Powell River–born drummer and composer with deep West Coast roots. A Jazz Studies graduate from Vancouver Island University, he performs and teaches across the island with artists such as Keanu Ienco, NOLA Nighthawks, Dry Goods, and Mahogany.
Steve Wallace, born in Toronto in 1956, is one of Canada’s top jazz bassists. His career includes touring and recording with major American and Canadian artists, including Zoot Sims, Ray Bryant, Rosemary Clooney, Oscar Peterson, and Ed Bickert. He moved to Courtenay in 2021 with his wife, Anna.
Montreal-born Greg holds degrees from Concordia and McGill and has taught at several institutions, including Abilene University and now Vancouver Island University. A freelance jazz trumpeter, arranger, and composer, he has performed across Canada and internationally and released a CD of original music titled Cause and Effect.
James holds a Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies from VIU and studied piano with Phil Dwyer, Bob Murphy, and Steve Smith. He spent ten years performing on cruise ships and now plays with Johnny Inappropriate, VIU’s Vocal Jazz Choir, and the Duncan Symonds Trio.
Cayleigh Borsboom is a bookseller by day and musician by night. After two years studying at Humber College, she made Courtenay her home. She loves books, nature, board games, jazz, and time with her chosen family.
Lori Mazey teaches Theatre Arts and Dance at G.P. Vanier and holds degrees in Theatre, Educational Leadership, and an ATCL from Trinity College London. She has directed over 50 award-winning productions and has received major honours including the Queen’s Jubilee Medal. Lori also coaches improv teams that have earned national and global championships.
Carol Anne Parkinson is a vibrant singer, voice teacher, and conductor with a Bachelor of Music from UBC. She has performed with renowned choirs and directed groups including the Hellenic Chorus, CYMC choirs, and Nova Voce. Currently leading Men of Notes, she also appears as a soloist with various ensembles. Offstage, she enjoys curling, exploring Seal Bay, and knitting with her dog nearby.
James holds a Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies from VIU and studied piano with Phil Dwyer, Bob Murphy, and Steve Smith. He spent ten years performing on cruise ships and now plays with Johnny Inappropriate, VIU’s Vocal Jazz Choir, and the Duncan Symonds Trio.