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Valhalla Fine Arts

Summer and year-long arts programming for all ages in the Slocan Valley, BC, Canada. The Valhalla Fine Arts Society is a registered charitable organization.

We oversee and manage several arts programs including the Valhalla Summer School of Music (VSSM), the Suzuki Valhalla Institute (SVI), the Valhalla School of Theatre Arts (ViSTA), the Music Explorers Program for young children and the Valhalla Community Concert Series.

06/11/2026

🌞 Registration is now open for Summer Dance with Valhalla Fine Arts!

Join us July 6th–10th at Silverton Memorial Hall for inspiring movement classes designed for children and youth of all experience levels.
Whether your child loves to move, create, explore rhythm, or simply have fun, our Summer Dance program offers a welcoming space to build confidence and creativity through dance.

✨ Schedule & Tuition
Ages 4–6
Tiny Dancers
9:30–10:30AM | $75

Ages 7–9
Explore Dance
10:30AM–12:00PM | $90

Ages 10–14
Experience Dance
1:00–2:30PM | $105

Ages 15–18
Peak Dance
2:30–4:30PM | $120

Please note: A $30 registration administration fee also applies.
Spaces are limited!
Register today:
https://valhallafinearts.org/registration/dance

06/06/2026

✨ Meet Our Summer Dance Instructor: Janita Frantsi ✨
We are thrilled to welcome back Janita Frantsi back to Valhalla Fine Arts' Summer Dance program this July!

Many local families will remember Janita from last summer, where she proved to be a wonderful fit for our dance program. Her inspiring energy, creativity, and ability to connect with Slocan Valley children and youth made a lasting impression on students and families alike.

Originally from Finland and now based in Edmonton, Janita is a professional dancer, performer, and educator who is passionate about encouraging creativity, individuality, and exploration through movement.

"Creativity is endless!"

This summer, Janita is excited to share her love of dance and explore movement with students of all ages at Valhalla Fine Arts.

📍 Silverton Memorial Hall
📅 July 6–10
Learn more and register:
https://valhallafinearts.org/registration/dance

06/03/2026

🌞💃 Summer Dance is back with Valhalla Fine Arts!

Join us this July at Silverton Memorial Hall for a week of creative dance and movement classes for children and youth of all ages. Daily classes run Monday to Friday and are designed to inspire confidence, creativity, expression, and joy through movement in a supportive and welcoming environment.

✨ Program Schedule & Tuition:
Tiny Dancers (Ages 4–6)
9:30–10:30AM — $75

Explore Dance (Ages 7–9)
10:30AM–12:00PM — $90

Experience Dance (Ages 10–14)
1:00–2:30PM — $105

Peak Dance (Ages 15–18)
2:30–4:30PM — $120

A $30 registration administration fee also applies.
📍 Silverton Memorial Hall
📅 Monday July 6th to Friday July 10th

Spaces are limited — register early!
Learn more & register:
https://valhallafinearts.org/registration/dance

05/22/2026

🎻 Registration is OPEN!

Something special is happening this summer at the String Valhalla Institute (SVI) — and you can save by signing up early!

SVI welcomes violin, viola, and cello players ages 5–18 of all backgrounds and abilities. Whether Suzuki-trained or traditionally trained, students will grow through group classes, orchestras, chamber ensembles, and master classes — plus concerts, excursions, and social activities that create an instant musical community around beautiful Slocan Lake in New Denver & Silverton.

July 12–17
Family-friendly | Inspiring | Confidence-building
Spots fill quickly — secure your place and lock in early bird pricing today!
Register here: https://valhallafinearts.org/registration/svi

04/20/2026

✨RSVP by April 24th ✨

Interested in keeping the Silverton Gallery available as a community venue? Valhalla Fine Arts, the current lease-holder, is inviting organisations and individuals to form an alliance to help keep the Gallery active.

A Community meeting for interested individuals and organizations will be held
Sunday April 26th, 10:30 a.m. to noon at the Silverton Gallery.
Refreshments and snacks will be provided.
Everyone is welcome!

Can't attend a meeting but interested in getting some information?
Contact us for any information at [email protected]

04/18/2026

🎶 Valhalla Summer School of Music Summer Program 2026

Join Valhalla Fine Arts August 9–14, 2026 in beautiful New Denver and Silverton, BC for a week of music, learning, and collaboration.

Students participate in morning core classes (9am–12pm) with optional afternoon offerings including chamber music, orchestral excerpts, composition, vocal studies, piano collaborative coaching, private lessons, instrument care with luthier Ross Hill, and vocal yoga.

Register here: https://valhallafinearts.org/registration/vssm

04/16/2026

🎻 SOAR – String Orchestra for Adults

Join us August 9–14, 2026 for String Orchestra for Adults! A welcoming summer program for adult novice to intermediate violin, viola, cello, and bass players. Spend the week making music together through orchestra rehearsals, sectional coaching, optional chamber music and enrichment classes, and a final community performance in the beautiful Slocan Valley.

Christine Bootland is a professional cellist who performs regularly with orchestras throughout Alberta and BC. She teaches cello and coaches chamber music at the University of Lethbridge Conservatory of Music. As a teacher, Christine believes that each student is unique and her goal is to help them develop their own individuality and personality in their playing.
Gabe Kastelic is a principal violist with the Lethbridge Symphony Orchestra and is an active orchestral freelancer. As a chamber musician, Gabe performs regularly as a member of the Musaeus String Quartet. Gabriel’s greatest passion in music is teaching. He has held numerous teaching positions over the years and is a highly-sought adjudicator at music festivals.

🔗 Learn more / Register: https://valhallafinearts.org/registration/soar

04/14/2026

🎻 Registration is OPEN!

Something special is happening this summer at the String Valhalla Institute (SVI) — and you can save by signing up early!

SVI welcomes violin, viola, and cello players ages 5–18 of all backgrounds and abilities. Whether Suzuki-trained or traditionally trained, students will grow through group classes, orchestras, chamber ensembles, and master classes — plus concerts, excursions, and social activities that create an instant musical community around beautiful Slocan Lake in New Denver & Silverton.

July 12–17
Family-friendly | Inspiring | Confidence-building

Spots fill quickly — secure your place and lock in early bird pricing today!
Register here: https://valhallafinearts.org/registration/svi

04/11/2026

🎶 VSSM Summer Program 2026 – Registration Open!

Join Valhalla Fine Arts August 9–14, 2026 for an inspiring week of music at the Valhalla Summer School of Music Summer Program taking place in beautiful New Denver and Silverton, BC.

Students enjoy morning core classes (9am–12pm) plus a variety of optional afternoon offerings including chamber music, orchestral excerpts, composition, vocal studies, piano collaborative coaching, private lessons, instrument care & repair with luthier Ross Hill, and vocal yoga.

Register here: https://valhallafinearts.org/registration/vssm
Spend your summer immersed in music, learning, and mountain inspiration.

04/10/2026

🎻 SOAR – String Orchestra for Adults 🎶

Adult violin, viola, cello, and bass players are invited to join SOAR for a week of music, learning, and community in the Slocan Valley. Spend the week making music together through orchestra rehearsals, sectional coaching, optional chamber music and enrichment classes, and a final community performance.

📅 August 9–14, 2026

Enjoy:
✨ Chamber music and enrichment classes
✨ Orchestra rehearsals
✨ Sectional coaching with expert faculty
✨ Social gatherings with fellow musicians
✨ A final community performance

SOAR runs alongside the Valhalla Summer School of Music and is led by faculty Christine Bootland and Gabe Kastelic.
A welcoming program designed specifically for adult string musicians.
Learn more / Register: https://valhallafinearts.org/registration/soar

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Box 163
Silverton, BC
V0G2B0

Website

http://www.valhallafinearts.org/

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