Don't miss the next session of Virtual Organ Academy this Saturday, March 22! This month, we welcome special guest presenters Aaron James and Peter Nikiforuk to discuss Setting Attainable Goals With RCCO Exams. Registration is free (click here to get started).

One of the most important benefits of belonging to the RCCO is the College's exam system, which is recognized by employers and arts organizations both in Canada and internationally. For many players, however, taking an exam can be intimidating, especially for people who have not been in an academic environment for a long time. This session will focus on the RCCO exams that are designed to be accessible to the greatest number of players: the Service Playing Certificate and the Colleague diploma. These exams test skills that you are likely already using if you play organ for weekly church services, and the option of a recorded exam for the Service Playing Certificate makes it possible to complete this certification on your own schedule without travelling to an in-person exam location. Aaron James, chair of the Examinations committee and Peter Nikiforuk, chair of the Board of Examiners, will discuss the requirements of these exams, common pitfalls, and tips for successful preparation.

This presentation will take place on Discord, an online platform that we have recently adopted to facilitate communication and conversation among members and friends of the organ music community. For instructions on setting up Discord, go to rcco.ca/Discord, where we have new video resources that offer a step-by-step guide to the process.

We hope to see you there!