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Alberta College

One of the largest music schools in Canada, the Music Conservatory at Alberta College was established in 1903 and has been affiliated with the college since 1973.

Since its inception, Alberta musicians of all levels have been able to attend individual and group courses offered by the school. There is a program for every skill level, age or instrument in 55 different studios. University transfer credits are also available for students who wish to continue their musical education at a post-secondary institution.

While individual lessons are the main focus, ensemble groups offer a unique chance for musicians to combine their talents with others in a semi-professional setting. These groups cover a wide range of instruments and music styles including a percussion ensemble, flute choir, saxophone quartet and Celtic harp ensemble.

In addition to a more formal classical instruction, the college is home to the Schola Cantorum choral program, summer camps for school aged children and the music in early childhood program. Festivals and concerts, showcasing the wide range of talent from their students, occur throughout the year.

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Located in an historic building in downtown Edmonton as well as various other campus locations throughout the city, the institution has been run by Grant MacEwan College since July, 2002.

The college has seen many successful musicians pass though its doors including pianist Angela Cheng and opera singer Sherrill DeMarco.

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