Relaxed Experiences Series at the VSO School of Music
The VSO School of Music is thrilled to invite you to our Relaxed Experiences Series – a series of events that go beyond a concert. These events are a welcoming and inclusive environment for everyone, especially for those who may benefit from a more flexible concert setting. Open to audiences of all ages, including neurodiverse individuals, people with sensory sensitivities, and families with young children, we invite you to experience music in a comfortable and supportive atmosphere.
Each Relaxed Experience includes:
- A Sensory Exploration Room where participants can engage in hands-on activities before or during the concert
- A Relaxed Concert featuring live music in Pyatt Hall at 11 AM, including music by Bach, Taylor Swift, K-Pop Demon Hunters, Khachaturian, Bruno Mars, and traditional marimba music from Zimbabwe and Mexico. Audience members are welcome to move around, make noise, or step in and out as needed, creating a comfortable and flexible concert experience.
- A Quiet Room set up with low lighting and minimal stimulation, providing a calm space for anyone who needs a break
By removing barriers and reducing performance formalities, Relaxed Experiences celebrate music as a shared joy, ensuring that everyone feels welcome to connect, listen, and participate in their own way. This all-percussion concert will avoid sudden loud sounds, and will be fun and engaging for all.
Event Schedule
- 10:00 AM – Sensory Room (Willms Salon): Interactive space with mats and instruments
- 10:00 AM – Quiet Room (Dressing Room): A calm, low-light area for relaxation and reduced stimulation
- 10:45 AM – Pyatt Hall doors open
- 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM – Performance in Pyatt Hall by the VSO Percussion Quartet – Vern Griffiths, Aaron McDonald, Zach Masri, and Julia Chien.