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Our Programs
RDYO is famous for its dynamic programming, with a vast array of activities. Now in its 53rd season, RDYO is proud to be recognized as the most vibrant community of young musicians in British Columbia!
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All of RDYO’s divisions are led by some of the best conductors and educators. Our program is carefully curated to include a balanced mix of musical and social activities through weekly rehearsals, music camp, workshop, concerts, competition and special events.
Some highlights of the year's diverse activities are:
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​Music Camp
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Rotary concert
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Concerto Competition
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Winter Concert
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Outreach Concert
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Winter workshops
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String Concerts
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Kiwanis Festival
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Symphony & Winds concert
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Scholarship Competition
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Award Concert
Orchestra Program
Our Orchestral Program is structured into six divisions, each designed to match specific RCM levels and musical experience. Enrollment for new students requires an audition. For more details, please visit our Auditions page.
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Junior Strings
Conductor: Bo Peng
Recommended Level: Junior strings players at RCM Level 3-6
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Rehearsal Time:
Saturdays 12:30pm-1:45pm
Rehearsal Location:
St. Alban's Anglican Church, 7260 St Albans Rd, Richmond, BC V6Y 2K3
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Junior Winds
Conductor: William Broverman
Recommended Level:
Junior wind players with 1-2 years of experience
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Rehearsal Time:
Saturdays 12:35pm-2:00pm
Rehearsal Location:
St. Anne's Steveston Anglican Church, Francis Road, Richmond, BC
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Intermediate Strings
Conductor: Manti Poon
Recommended Level: Intermediate string players at RCM Level 4-7
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Rehearsal Time:
Saturdays 9am-10:30am
Rehearsal Location:
​St. Anne's Steveston Anglican Church, Francis Road, Richmond, BC​​​​
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Senior Winds
Conductor: Stephen Robb
Recommended Level: Advanced wind players with more than 3 years of experience
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Rehearsal Time:
Saturdays 12:35pm-2:00pm
Rehearsal Location:
​St. Anne's Steveston Anglican Church, Francis Road, Richmond, BC
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Senior Strings
Conductor: Jonathan Der
Recommended Level: Advanced strings players at RCM Level 6-9
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Rehearsal Time:
Saturdays 10:45am-12:20pm
Rehearsal Location:
St. Anne's Steveston Anglican Church, Francis Road, Richmond, BC
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Symphony
Conductor: Stephen Robb
Recommended Level: Most advanced strings and winds players
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Rehearsal Time:
Saturdays 9:30am-11:45am
Rehearsal Location:
St. Alban's Anglican Church, 7260 St Albans Rd, Richmond, BC V6Y 2K3
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Chamber Program
Our Chamber Program includes two divisions, both led by Chamber Program Director Jonathan Der. Enrollment in the Chamber Program requires students to also participate in our Orchestral Program.
The fees listed below reflect mid-season registration for those joining as of January 2025.
