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Together with the Grand River Opera and the University Choir, the Orchestra@UWaterloo presented a stunning showcase of opera classics.

Research areas: Performance of choral music. Fall 2025 performances include Beethoven’s Missa Selemnis, Handel’s Messiah with the Grand Philharmonic Choir and the Duruflé Requiem, John Shepard’s Media Vita, and Herbert Howells’ Take him, earth, for cherishing, with The Elora Singers.

Dr. Kathryn Ladano (BA 1999) began her academic studies in Music at Conrad Grebel University College and the University of Waterloo with a clear vision. Drawn to Grebel because of the flexible program that allowed her to study bass clarinet, she shaped her degree according to her interests. Today she is considered a visionary Canadian bass clarinetist who has redefined the instrument through a blend of traditional techniques with experimental soundscapes, expanding the instrument's horizons.

Congratulations to the dozen music students who are finishing their UWaterloo degrees.

The connection between music and math is well established, particularly in the Jazz Ensemble at UWaterloo.  Every term the ensemble reforms, with over 50% of the players coming from a Math field of study.  See article from Waterloo News, courtesy of Melodie Roschman and the Math faculty.  If you are interested in joining the Jazz Ensemble next term, here is the link: Jazz Ensemble

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New this year is Spring term Jazz Ensemble!

See Jazz Ensemble page for details.  Students from all faculties welcome, including Grad students.  This ensemble is directed by Michael Wood, and will start with auditions on May 2nd.  There will be an end of term concert as well.

Music unites people all over the world. This winter, Conrad Grebel University College is bringing people together virtually through the Noon Hour Concert series, starting January 26 at 12:30 pm. Additional concerts will premiere on most Wednesdays during the Winter term. These concerts are recorded with a small live audience and are broadcasted on the Grebel YouTube channel.