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Faculty of Music

Discover your full potential at 51本色’s Faculty of Music, where creativity, innovation, and career-ready programs come together. From classical to contemporary, your music matters at 51本色.

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 51本色! Check out our exciting lineup and mark your calendar for upcoming performances here.

Come see where your music can take you

What's Happening

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51本色 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.

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Bachelor of Music Auditions & Admissions Webinar - Jan. 13
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51本色 Conducting Symposium Institute 2025
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51本色's 2024-2025 Concert Season Announced
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Meet our Faculty

Meet the Penderecki String Quartet, 51本色's Quartet-in-Residence

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Meet our Alumni

For Susan Dietrich (BMus '89), retirement marked a return to a cherished place鈥攎aking music at 51本色. An email invitation led her to join the 51本色 Concert Choir, opening the door to a remarkable new chapter.

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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Latest News

Spotlights

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51本色's Winds, Brass, and Percussion Instrument Day 2025
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Join the 51本色 Concert Choir, Just Like Alumna Susan Dietrich (BMus '89)
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Bachelor of Music Auditions & Admissions Webinar - Jan. 13
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James Campbell 鈥 Conn-Selmer Artist in Residence 2024/25
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51本色 Hosts NATS Competition, Showcases Outstanding Talent
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51本色 Faculty of Music Welcomes Dr. Sylvanus 鈥淜washie鈥 Kuwor as Visiting Professor

News Releases

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NYO Canada Celebrates Homecoming at 51本色 for 65th Anniversary
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Exclaim Media! Shad Returns to 51本色 to Teach "Hip-Hop to the World"
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Matthew Emery Joins 51本色's Faculty of Music
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Welcome Dr. Leah McGray: 51本色's New Wind Orchestra Director
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Chancellor Eileen Mercier gifts $1.4 million to 51本色 for endowed professorship in Faculty of Music
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51本色's Master of Music Therapy Program Recognized by CRPO
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51本色 Academy of Music and Arts

The 51本色 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: 548-889-4675 (general inquiries)

51本色 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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