Victoria Conservatory of Music Choral Summer Intensive Concert

Entry for this event in Alix Goolden Performance Hall is at 900 Johnson Street 

 

About the Concert 

The 2026 Victoria Conservatory of Music Choral Summer Intensive concludes with a performance celebrating a vibrant cross-section of Canadian choral repertoire. Drawing on both contemporary composition and folk traditions, the program reflects the depth and diversity of Canada’s choral voice. 

Featured works include Harry Somers’ Feller from Fortune, Lydia Adams’ We Rise Again, and Eleanor Daley’s The Stars Are with the Voyager. Folk-inspired selections such as J’entends le moulin (arr. Donald Patriquin), Away from the Roll of the Sea (arr. D. Loomer), and Song for the Mira (arr. Stuart Calvert) highlights the enduring influence of regional traditions, while Sarah Quartel’s ‘Hope’ Is the Thing with Feathers, Tobin Stokes’ Hunker Down, and David Archer’s Grant Us Peace bring a contemporary expressive range to the program. 

Prepared over an intensive week of rehearsal, this performance showcases the artistry and commitment of the participating singers while offering a compelling portrait of Canadian choral music today. 

Brian Wismath, Artistic Director 

Wendy Stofer, Pianist 

 

Venue Accessibility 

The 900 Johnson Street entrance is wheelchair accessible at street level. There’s a drop-off zone out front, elevator access inside, and several accessible washrooms, including a gender-neutral washroom. 

We honour Canoo and Access 2 Passes. For priority seating or other accommodations, contact us in advance. 

For full details, visit vcm.bc.ca/plan-your-visit