Thousands of music lovers will converge on Victoria for the return of the popular Rifflandia Festival September 15 – 18. Read more…
The beat goes on for Drummer Kelby MacNayr
“It’s most important when the drum set is a whole little orchestra.” The beat goes on for 42-year-old drummer Kelby MacNayr. He opens up about his inspiration, education, style and experience. Read more…
Victoria Symphony Brings Colour and Joy in its 2021/22 Season
The Victoria Symphony’s 2021/22 season’s theme is Bringing You the Colour, described as “an ambitious offering of live and virtual events.” Read more…
Brett Smith-Daniels is a Musician with a Plan
Slight of frame and looking a bit like Harry Potter without the glasses (or scar!) — and, with his British accent, sounding even more like him — Victoria’s Brett Smith-Daniels is a man with a plan. Albeit a young man with a bold plan. A blueprint for the blues. Read more…
A New Note for Hermann’s Jazz Club
The venerable View Street club, which has been the heart and soul of the Island’s jazz and blues culture for three decades, literally has a new lease on life. Read more…
Powerful Women Making Powerful Music
Female musicians are taking off – YAM talks to three powerful artists on their experience in music in Victoria. Read more…
Fiddle Me This: Ivonne Hernandez
Known for dazzling talent and spirited performances, Ivonne Hernandez is a bright spark in the fascinating world of fiddle music. Read more…
Just Sing: The Popularity of Victoria’s Choir Scene
Local Choirs are uniting communities and bringing Victoria together. Read more…
Your YAM-Recommended Summer Playlist
YAM magazine staff share their top Victoria tracks for our ultimate summer playlist. Read more…
This Christmas, Sing Handel’s Messiah With the Civic Orchestra of Victoria
Handel’s Messiah has been called many things, but seldom has it been deemed a sing-along. That’s about to change. Read more…