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We are saddened to learn of the sudden death, in late April, of Wendy Vernon. Wendy will be remembered in the Guelph and Mt. Forest area as a highly respected ballet teacher and choreographer. She is survived by her husband, Canadian conductor, Timothy Vernon, and four children: Allegra, Ariel, Blythe and Jeremy, to whom she was a supportive Suzuki Mom.
Read MoreIt’s been a tough year for the Guelph Youth Music Centre (GYMC), just it has for many due to the pandemic. The GYMC faces a $100,000 deficit and is in urgent need of support to continue its music, dance and arts programs. Fortunately, a generous donor has pledged to match donations up to a total of $50,000 to help close …
Read MoreThe Guelph Youth Music Centre (GYMC) is offering a NEW Online Course… Music is a Language. Led by GSO/GYSO Conductor Al Cannon, this interactive course provides a hands-on version of the written and oral language of music, commonly referred to as music theory. Students play their instruments at every session! Students will immediately apply their new knowledge to their playing, …
Read MoreThe Guelph Youth Music Centre (GYMC) is taking the Music for Children with Disabilities program online. Led by Registered Music Therapist & Psychotherapist, Katie Hampton, this virtual group will offer creative, stimulating and fun musical experiences through an online platform for children aged five and up. “The pandemic has been hard on everyone, but it has hit school-aged children with …
Read MoreThe Guelph Youth Music Centre is offering rental space for private lessons, classes, rehearsals, and meetings in accordance with current government restrictions and regulations. There are seven studio rooms (small, medium and large), one dance studio with sprung floor and one recital hall available. Rental rates, appointments and tours are available by calling 519-837-1119. For more information, click on the RENTALS menu …
Read MoreSPECTACULAR ONLINE MUSIC EVENING! Exclusive video performances generously donated by Angela Hewitt (piano), Martin Beaver (violin), David Gillham (violin) & Chiharu Iinuma (piano), Gryphon Trio, Anagnoson & Kinton (piano duo), Bénédicte Lauzière (violin) & Ken Gee (piano), Nick Maclean (jazz piano), James Gordon (singer/songwriter) PLUS Suzuki String School of Guelph, Guelph Youth Singers & GYMC String Orchestras. Exclusive online concert follows at about 9 …
Read MoreThe Guelph Youth Music Centre (gymc.ca) is looking for an Administrative Assistant to commence work in (UPDATED) the Fall. This is a seasonal, full-time position. The ability to communicate in English is required. Reports to the Office Manager. Rate of Pay: $15/hr. @ 30 hours/week for a 9-week contract. Job Title: Administrative Assistant Scope of duties: The administrative assistant will assist the …
Read MoreCongratulations to our Office Admin Assistant, Monika Toor, on the birth of her new baby Zorawar Singh Toor (born on April 20). Monika will return from maternity leave in April of 2021.
Read MorePlease note the GYMC is currently closed due to COVID 19. We continue to monitor the situation and based on guidelines provided by the provincial government and public health scientists, we will update our closure status. Please check back here for latest news and updates or visit our Facebook page here https://www.facebook.com/GuelphYouthMusicCentre/
Read MoreThe health and safety of all those who engage at the GYMC is our first and continuing priority as together we face the challenges posed by this unprecedented situation where schools and all non-essential businesses in Ontario are closed. In an effort to stop the spread of COVID-19 and keep people home, the Government of Ontario HAS EXTENDED THE DECLARATION …
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