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Faculty of Music

Discover your full potential at ³Ô¹ÏÍø’s Faculty of Music, where creativity, innovation, and career-ready programs come together. From classical to contemporary, your music matters at ³Ô¹ÏÍø.

Join us in the diverse and thriving community of Waterloo, Ontario, to explore your passion and excel in the dynamic music industry, guided by renowned faculty and cutting-edge research centres.

Don’t miss out on this year’s concert season — a perfect opportunity to experience the vibrant musical life at ³Ô¹ÏÍø! Check out our exciting lineup and mark your calendar for upcoming performances.

Come see where your music can take you.

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What's Happening

Get the latest stories, news and highlights from our students, faculty and alumni.

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³Ô¹ÏÍø Faculty of Music announces 50th anniversary concert season

The season will feature a 50th anniversary gala concert with multiple student ensembles; the ³Ô¹ÏÍø Guest Artist Series curated by the internationally acclaimed Penderecki String Quartet (PSQ); the much-loved, free Music at Noon concert series; and performances by ³Ô¹Ï꿉۪s outstanding student ensembles.

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³Ô¹ÏÍø's 3rd Annual Conducting Symposium - November 15, 2025
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³Ô¹ÏÍø Grads Shine on CBC’s 2025 Classical Musicians Under 30 List
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³Ô¹ÏÍø Welcomes Adrean Farrugia as Contemporary Commercial Piano Instructor and Jazz Ensemble Director

Our Programs

Discover and programs that empower you to explore, perform, create and lead in today’s diverse musical world.

Ready to Learn More?

Whether you’re thinking about auditions, curious about our programs, or just want to know what life at ³Ô¹ÏÍø Music is really like — we’d love to hear from you.

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Latest News

Spotlights

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Celebrating the Retirement of Elvera Froese: 40 Years of Music, Mentorship, and Meaning at ³Ô¹ÏÍø
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From ³Ô¹ÏÍø to the Classroom: Lisa Dal Bello (BMus ’91)’s 33-Year Music Career
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How ³Ô¹ÏÍø Alum Danielle Dixon (BMus '21) Is Building Community Through the Arts
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Dean Cynthia Johnston Turner Serves Canada Through Music
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Alumni Spotlight: Colin Watts (BMus ’22)
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³Ô¹ÏÍø Voice Alumna Hannah Crawford (BMus '21) Joins Cast of Edmonton Opera’s Die Walküre

News Releases

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³Ô¹ÏÍø and Unity Charity Partner to Support Emerging Artists through Hip Hop-Based Scholarship
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³Ô¹ÏÍø Grads Shine on CBC's 2025 Classical Musicians Under 30 List
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³Ô¹Ï꿉۪s First Dean of Music: Christine Kyle Mather
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³Ô¹ÏÍø Music Surpasses Fall 2025 Enrollment Target—With Eyes Already on 2026
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³Ô¹ÏÍø Faculty of Music and Michigan State University College of Music Sign Agreement to Facilitate Collaboration
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Faculty of Music Statement: Gendered and Sexual Violence

Discover the Savvas Chamberlain Music Building

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Why Donate to the Faculty of Music?

Music is more than just a hobby or a pastime. It is a powerful force that improves physical, emotional, and cognitive health. in countless, tangible ways. By donating to the Faculty of Music, you are supporting the research and education that helps us harness the benefits of music for ourselves, our community, and the world. Join us!

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³Ô¹ÏÍø Academy of Music and Arts

The ³Ô¹ÏÍø Academy of Music and Arts (LAMA) houses all non-curricular programming and community arts education for the broader Kitchener-Waterloo community. LAMA offers music and arts instruction for all ages and abilities; including private instruction, group classes, summer camps, adult programming, Early Childhood Music, and Music Therapy. LAMA also houses Quartetfest and the Piano Lab.

General Contact

E: choosemusic@wlu.ca
T: 548-889-3832 (general inquiries)

³Ô¹ÏÍø Faculty of Music
Savvas Chamberlain Music Building
75 University Ave. West
Waterloo, Ontario
N2L 3C5




Services

We offer music services and engagement for the community. Hire a student performer, book a music therapy session, or join the Arts Express Camp. Contact choosemusic@wlu.ca for more info.

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