Choir
Ages 5-9
Choir will be held on Mondays from 5-6pm
Students will learn vocal technique, popular and classical songs. There is an option to perform in the WAPA shows with no costume or uniform fees.
Join a choir that focuses on community, the joy of singing and the progress of vocal technique. All encompasses by a joyful inspirational environment.
Yvonne
Choir Director
Yvonne Van de Velde is an aspiring mezzo-soprano and conductor, born and raised in Vancouver, BC. She currently holds a Bachelor of Music from the University of Victoria and has recently completed a Bachelor of Education. She is preparing for a career as a school music teacher, as well as a private music teacher and aims to further her studies with a master’s degree in choral conducting. Passionate about both teaching and learning, Yvonne continuously hones her conducting and vocal skills while sharing her love of music with others. Specializing in voice, choir and beginner piano, Yvonne has been a singer for over 20 years. Her 11-year experience with the BC Girls Choir inspired her to pursue music education. She has performed extensively in festivals, competitions, and workshops, and has been an active member of the UVic Chamber Singers and the UVic Chorus. Yvonne has also gained valuable experience as a guest conductor at the Vancouver Chamber Choir’s Conductor’s Symposium, the BC Choral Federation’s Choral Da Capo Summer Conducting Workshop, as well as being an Emerging Artist and singer with the Ensemble Laude Women's Choir
When not immersed in music, Yvonne enjoys the wonderful world of Disney, quality time with family and friends, and planning her next travel adventure. Yvonne can't wait for an exciting season with WAPA!
Studio Values:
Creative Exploration
Creative Exploration is the base of all our movement, artistry, choreography and studio visions. Fostering a creative outlook for everyone at WAPA invites out of the box thinking, ideas and integration. Creativity is a prominent life skill of the future
Wholehearted Community
WAPA’s wholehearted community strives to lead by example, nurturing all people around them and consistently adding new training methods that bring out the best in each dancer. Take the leap and soar knowing you have the whole community cheering you on!
Integrity Promise
We promise to uphold the integrity of our dancers, our quality of training and our business practices. Everyone can rest easy knowing we are all treated in a fair and individual way.