The staff, faculty and students introduced neighbours, friends, family and supporters to a sampling of the classes being conducted at the college. The Students introduced themselves from provinces all across the nation. Each student spoke with a sparkling energy and a unique personality about their excitement to be in Victoria, to meet teachers and peers from across Canada and to begin the year of their dreams absorbing skills in all of the performing arts techniques. Music Director Konrad Pluta led them in a beautifully sensitive and harmonic rendition of Danny Boy , which brought a glistening tear to many eyes. Congratulations were received from the College's Patron, His Excellency Rom o LeBlanc, Governor General of Canada.
Many people dream of a career in the performing arts.
To make the dream come true takes a crucial combination of talent, commitment and hard work, as well as encouragement and training. The Canadian College of Performing Arts will provide that guidance, and promises to be a valuable addition to the Canadian arts scene. As Patron of the Canadian Heritage Arts Society, I congratulate everyone involved with the creation of the school and their dedication to helping young Canadians succeed in this demanding and competitive field. College founders Jacques Lemay, Janis Dunning and the Canadian Heritage Arts Society board offered their sincere appreciation to the Church of St. Mary the Virgin for forging a mutually beneficial agreement regarding shared use of space between the two charitable organizations. The Oak Bay Preschool children, under the leadership of teacher Sue McGregor, watched with wide eyes as the college students.