The 2017 Vancouver International Music Competition pioneered a platform for widespread intercultural music-making, as the first large-scale international classical music competition in British Columbia. We are now excited to offer the 2017 VIMC Yearbook, available for purchase at the CIAMS store!
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🌟 City of Vancouver Proclaims August 18, 2026 as Vancouver International Music Day 🌟
A Historic Celebration of Music, Culture and Community in Vancouver Left to right: Coun. Sean Orr (back row), CIAMS members Kate Kim and Olivia Lin, Coun. Mike Klassen, Mayor Ken Sim, CIAMS president Lynn Liu, CIAMS member Ryan Zhang, Coun. Lenny Zhou, Coun. Lucy Maloney, and CIAMS member Eric Chan. Canada International Arts & Music … Continue reading 🌟 City of Vancouver Proclaims August 18, 2026 as Vancouver International Music Day 🌟
2026 Vancouver International Music Festival–Competition
2026 Vancouver International Music Festival–Competition Call for Young Musicians Worldwide The 2026 Vancouver International Music Festival–Competition warmly welcomes young musicians from around the world to participate in the fourth edition of this international event in Vancouver, Canada. Celebrating its ninth year of artistic development, the competition continues its three-year artistic cycle and returns in 2026 … Continue reading 2026 Vancouver International Music Festival–Competition
🌟 Canada International Arts & Music Society Receives Honorary Patronage from the Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia 🌟
The Canada International Arts & Music Society (CIAMS) is deeply honoured to announce that it has been granted Honorary Patronage from the Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia, the Honourable Wendy Cocchia, CM, OBC., LLD (Hon) . Patronage, in the sense of support and encouragement of worthy endeavours, is a valued function of the Office of the … Continue reading 🌟 Canada International Arts & Music Society Receives Honorary Patronage from the Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia 🌟
🎶 2025 Vancouver International Music Festival Gala Concert: An Afternoon of Music, Culture, and Community
🎶 2025 Vancouver International Music Festival Gala Concert: An Afternoon of Music, Culture, and Community Vancouver, August 23, 2025 – The 2025 Vancouver International Music Festival (VIMF) concluded with a spectacular Gala Concert at the Vancouver Playhouse, bringing together world-class artists, young rising stars, community leaders, and dedicated supporters for an unforgettable evening of music and celebration. … Continue reading 🎶 2025 Vancouver International Music Festival Gala Concert: An Afternoon of Music, Culture, and Community
✨ 2025 Vancouver International Music Festival 🎶-Free Admission for Gala Concert at Vancouver Playhouse
August 18–23, 2025 | Downtown VancouverCelebrate the power of music, youth, and global artistry at the 2025 Vancouver International Music Festival (VIMF)! Join us for a spectacular week filled with concerts, student showcases, and masterclasses — all open to the public, and many offered for free! 🎻 A World-Class Lineup of International Artists Don’t miss performances and masterclasses … Continue reading ✨ 2025 Vancouver International Music Festival 🎶-Free Admission for Gala Concert at Vancouver Playhouse
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