Faculty of Music

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

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 Laurier! Check out our exciting lineup and mark your calendar for upcoming performances here.

Come see where your music can take you

What's Happening

Laurier unveils innovative, updated Bachelor of Music program

The program will welcome students from all musical backgrounds, including classical, jazz, opera, rock, pop, musical theatre and more.

Laurier welcomes Doug Friesen to the Faculty of Music

When Generations Sing: The Joy of the Intergenerational Jamboree

Wilfrid Laurier University Appoints Tracy Wong to the Eileen Mercier Professorship in Choral Music

Latest News

Spotlights

Laurier Faculty and Alumni Shine at National Music Research Conference

Alumni Spotlight: Elisabeta Cojocaru (BMus ’20) — From Laurier to the Canadian Opera Company

Remembering Barrie Cabena: Beloved Professor Emeritus and Composer

Piano Lab 2025: May 5-17

Voice Lab - Join us for an enriching week of vocal studies and crossover opportunities.

James Campbell – Conn-Selmer Artist in Residence 2024/25

News Releases

Wilfrid Laurier University Faculty of Music and Michigan State University College of Music Sign Agreement to Facilitate Collaboration

Laurier welcomes Doug Friesen to the Faculty of Music

Wilfrid Laurier University Appoints Tracy Wong to the Eileen Mercier Professorship in Choral Music

Laurier Alumna & Pianist Elisabeta Cojocaru Joins COC Ensemble Studio

Welcoming hip-hop into the music curriculum

Faculty of Music Statement: Gendered and Sexual Violence

All News

Meet our Faculty

Meet the Penderecki String Quartet, Laurier's Quartet-in-Residence

Meet our Alumni

For Susan Dietrich (BMus '89), retirement marked a return to a cherished place—making music at Laurier. An email invitation led her to join the Laurier Concert Choir, opening the door to a remarkable new chapter.

Discover the Savvas Chamberlain Music Building

Elevator and mural in the Music Building

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!

Laurier Academy of Music and Arts

The Laurier 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)

Important Academic Dates

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

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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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