Mission Statement and Objectives

Provide a unique, professional development opportunity for exceptionally gifted post-graduate musicians which not only prepares them for leadership opportunities in orchestras and ensembles around the world, but also enables them to help enrich the arts and cultural experience of their communities.

The VMO provides opportunities for its fellows to develop professionally through the mentorship of a group of experienced professional musicians as well as through a series of live, public performances. Fellows also receive instructional seminars, classes and workshops led by subject matter experts within the music profession to help them hone in their performance skills. Furthermore, the VMO strives to enrich the cultural foundation of the community through live performances in various community venues throughout the Lower Mainland.

Since its inception in 2003, the VMO has helped launch the careers of talented young musicians who are now performing with various musical organizations worldwide. As a testimonial to the success of this program, some of our alumni have continued their involvement with the organization following the completion of the program by joining VMO’s ever growing roster of mentors.

Statement of Purpose

The VMO Society is dedicated to the artistic, personal and professional development of outstanding young musicians. Our goal is to create opportunities for talented young musicians to perform with the mentorship of seasoned professionals for live audiences; these are opportunities these young gifted musicians may not have otherwise had. We felt there was untapped potential in people caught between being professional musicians and music students. Many of these young musicians need a stepping-stone to embark on their professional musical career.

Our History

The plan to begin the Vancouver Metropolitan Orchestra was conceived in March 2003. The plan was brought to fruition five months later, in August 2003. We were formed by a Board of Directors, a musical committee and sixteen professional and aspiring professional musicians.

Our Music

We perform music from the Baroque, Classical, and Romantic periods. We also perform contemporary and popular music in special concerts with opera companies, choirs, and traditional folk music groups. Our choice of repertoire focuses on music that is commonly asked for in Orchestra Auditions.