Vancouver Adapted Music Society (VAMS)

06/21/2026

Big news! The Strong Sessions are back and happening on August 1st!

This year's VAMS Strong Sessions concert features six incredible artists, all with something different to offer. This will be an exciting and memorable show—you don't want to miss it!

Mark your calendars now and stay tuned for ticketing information.

06/17/2026

🎤 This clip from Agasha's performance with VAMS during CiTR's Access Day event features a snippet of her original song, "Take Time."

After experiencing a spinal cord injury at age 12, her passion for music became an outlet for healing and self-expression. As her artistic style continuously evolves, Agasha uses her music to tell stories and connect with her local community.

🔗 Check out Agasha's full performance: https://youtu.be/1n7dsO7POco

06/14/2026

🎶 The next opportunity for booking a session at the VAMS Studio opens tomorrow!

As a reminder, bookings happen in quarterly segments, so you can book the sessions you want for the next three months starting on the 15th.

📝 To book a session, go to https://disabilityfoundation.checkfront.com/reserve/

🎤 For more information about VAMS programs and the booking process, including a tutorial video, visit vams.org/programs

See you at the studio!

06/12/2026

🎶 Do we have a treat for you! Last month, Agasha Mutesasira performed with VAMS Senior Program Coordinator Bryden Veinot at CiTR's Access Day event.

During her set, Agasha performed some of her original songs, as well as covers from her musical inspirations. It was such a fun day full of amazing music and overall good vibes.

The performance recording is now up on the VAMS YouTube channel for all your listening pleasure!

🔗 Check out the full performance here: https://youtu.be/1n7dsO7POco

06/10/2026

Before its release last Saturday, Sylvi MacCormac gave an exclusive performance of EVER GREEN at the 2024 Strong Sessions.

Even before that, the original cassette tape with the demo was recorded in the 1980s! EVER GREEN is just one of the first in a project with decades of personal history.

Listen to Sylvi's newest song on your favourite streaming platform now!

06/07/2026

🎵 New music alert!

VAMS artist Sylvi MacCormac has just released EVER GREEN, the first single and title track from her upcoming album.

The project began when Sylvi brought a pair of unmarked cassette tapes into the VAMS studio in 2024. The tapes contained original song demos she recorded in the 1980s, featuring her voice and guitar performances.

Using those recordings as the foundation, Sylvi and the VAMS team began reimagining the songs while preserving the character of the original tapes. EVER GREEN was the first song completed and helped set the tone for the project.

The single blends folk music with subtle influences from jazz, country, and ambient sound design, bringing together recordings made decades apart.

🎧 Check out EVER GREEN on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music, and other streaming platforms now!

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06/02/2026