Vancouver Adapted Music Society (VAMS)

04/08/2026

Here’s a behind-the-scenes look at the VAMS Studio, where artists record music, learn instruments, and explore adaptive equipment in an accessible space.

Recording sessions take place Monday to Wednesday from 1:00 to 3:00 PM, and Thursday to Friday from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Lessons and orientations are available Monday to Wednesday from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM and again from 3:00 to 5:00 PM.

If you're interested in joining VAMS, please book an orientation before registering for recording sessions or lessons.
Book a time: disabilityfoundation.checkfront.com/reserve
For more information, , visit our website www.vams.org

03/17/2026

In 2022, Chelaine performed at VAMS Strong Sessions. For Chelaine, music has always been part of her story, from growing up in a musical family to finding her voice as an artist and songwriter.
This performance looks back at one of those early VAMS moments. Watch her Strong Sessions performance:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_uTZFLBKvr4
Since then, Chelaine has continued that journey. Her latest release is "You and I" with Route 97 Band. Listen here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rkoleyGzj_0

03/14/2026

🎶 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!

03/11/2026

We’re grateful to be one of the recipients of the 2026 SiriusXM Soundwaves MusiCounts Community Fund.

Thanks to this support from MusiCounts and SiriusXM Canada, VAMS will continue providing inclusive music programs and creative opportunities for young people in our community.

Read the full announcement:
https://musicounts.ca/en/posts/siriusxm-canada-contributes-500000-through-musicounts-to-support-youth-well-being-through-community-music-programs-nationwide/

03/09/2026

This is a short moment from our conversation with Chelaine McInroy on Re-Imagine Radio, where she shared more about her life, her journey, and how music has been part of that story.

You can watch the full interview on our YouTube channel.

Chelaine has also recently released a new song “You + I” with Route 97 Band. If you’d like to listen to the track, you can find the video on YouTube as well.

🎵 Full interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4GfyDPSJtuU
🎵 “You + I” – Route 97 Band: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rkoleyGzj_0

02/27/2026

🎶 Huge congratulations to Chelaine McInroy and Route97 on the release of “You and I”!

Produced at VAMS Studio by Bryden Veinot, with Assistant Producer Noah Stolte.

We’re proud to see this work out in the world. Stream it now and show your support

https://youtu.be/rkoleyGzj_0

"You and I"Route97 Band - Feb 2026Vocals: Chelaine McInroyGuitar: Rocka RozaBass: John McInroyDrums: Brenden BrooksProducer: Bryden VeinotAssistant Producer:...

02/04/2026

12/27/2025

🎵 This snippet of our recent Strong X Virtual Concert featuring Turner Churchill as CRITTR showcases the track "Tree Line." You might remember the adapted synthesizer in a past episode of Music for Everybody. This concert highlights the instrument and shows it in action!

After building a career as a drummer and keyboard player in Vancouver’s psych-rock and post-punk scene, Turner survived a life-altering stroke that changed how he was able to make music. Refusing to give up, he reinvented his sound through synthesizers and electronic production. Today, CRITTR is known for blending electronic, synth, IDM, hip-hop, and alt-rock influences into a unique and innovative style.

🔗 Check out the full concert: https://youtu.be/bAIuIXvgpmU

12/24/2025

🎵 As the year comes to a close, we want to say thank you to everyone who was part of our community in 2025.

We’re so grateful for the time, care, and creativity that went into this year’s work.

Wishing you a restful holiday season. See you in 2026 with more music, performances and videos!

12/20/2025

🎶 VAMS is proud to present our latest Strong X virtual concert featuring Turner Churchill, a.k.a. CRITTR!

CRITTR returns with an electrifying adaptive electronic music performance as part of the VAMS Strong Sessions Virtual Concert Series, performed at Dogbowl Studios.

Collaborating closely with Bryden Veinot, VAMS Senior Program Coordinator, Turner released two EPs in 2023 (Glyph and Nite Shift). His newest full-length album, Catamount, marks a return to a more collaborative, layered, and experimental sound—bringing friends and fellow musicians into the creative process.

This full concert features eight original CRITTR tracks performed live in an adaptive setup that showcases Turner’s artistry, resilience, and innovation in accessible music creation.

🔗 Watch the concert now: https://youtu.be/bAIuIXvgpmU

12/17/2025

As part of our throwback Impact Series, we want to highlight something VAMS client Thora Rogers said: that VAMS makes her feel at home.

As our studio continues to grow, our top priority is maintaining a space where people of all abilities can learn, create and have fun.

🎵 Check out Thora's Strong X performance from 2020: https://youtu.be/7FYeu_ITOaY

12/13/2025

🎸 We're back this week with a new episode of Music for Every Body!

This guitar table helps wheelchair users or those facing strength barriers by playing a whole new way.

Famous Canadian artist Jeff Healey popularized this method of playing, showing that there's no right or wrong way to make music! Making this device is only possible with the support of the Tetra Society of North America, where you can go to adapt your own instrument to your abilities!