Follow Your Musical Passion

Choose Music at The University of Waterloo

At the University of Waterloo, you have the freedom to study music as a major or minor, to sample courses, or combine studies in music with almost any program. Waterloo’s diverse selection of courses, choirs, and instrumental ensembles will help you fulfill your musical dreams. Be part of a supportive academic community with flexible programs, inspiring classes, excellent teaching, and extraordinary musical experiences. You’ll receive a University of Waterloo degree and have access to all the resources of a world-class university.

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Explore the many ways that music is meaningful in today's world

Conrad Grebel University College is home to the University of Waterloo's Department of Music and offers instruction in more than 20 instruments as well as vocal lessons.

The flexible Bachelor of Arts program will allow you to:

  • Pursue a major or minor in music.
  • Combine music courses and ensembles with most other areas of study.
  • Study performance, music history, and theory while discovering the ways music relates to technology, film, gender, and global culture.
  • Be a part of small class sizes to provide opportunity to get to know classmates and professors.

Events

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Noon Hour Concert: Forest Lullabies

The program primarily features art song and opera from the 19th and 20th centuries including a set of songs by the underappreciated 19th century composer, Peter Cornelius. Originally scheduled for 2024, it has been rescheduled for January 15 at noon in the Grebel Chapel.

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Noon Hour Concert: Music & Holocaust with the Magisterra Quintet

Every year since its inception, Magisterra Soloists has presented a concert honouring the victims of the Holocaust, highlighting how art has and will always be a valuable form of expression during times of hardship. Magisterra Soloists and Fellows will perform the music of Holocaust survivors.

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