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.
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.
News
Spring Ensemble Auditions open for registration
The Balinese Gamelan, Instrumental Chamber groups, orchestra@uwaterloo, and the University Choir are open for audition registration. Please see our Ensemble Page for details. Auditions start on May 6th.
2020 Aria & Concerto Competition: Open for entries
Every two years, orchestra@uwaterloo holds a Concerto and Aria Competition that is open to University of Waterloo students and recent graduates, and is judged by a panel of professional musicians. Winners perform as soloists with the orchestra in a public concert.
2020 Concerto and Aria Competition: February 1, 2020.
Deadline for application: October 25, 2019. See orchestra website for entry forms.
Competition sponsored by Professor David Taylor
Winter 2019 Ensemble Auditions are open
Is music an essential part of your life? Join one of our three choral ensembles or four instrumental ensembles in Winter 2019. Auditions start January 7, but you can sign up for an audition slot now. See audition details.