Pursue your Bachelor of Music or B.A. in Music at King's
Cultivate your talents in performance, musicology, aural skills and more. At King's, you will study the physical aspects of music—including theory and performance techniques—and its aesthetic qualities, as well as answer philosophical questions concerning its nature, origin and development.
King's Music program guides you to a richer understanding of the role music plays in a well-lived life and engages in the beauty, drama, intellectual rigour and healing power of Western classical music. An equal emphasis is placed on classroom learning and private instrument instruction and you will find countless performance opportunities to hone your craft and do what you love—making music!
Music Program Highlights
- Perform in numerous concerts and recitals throughout the course of your program
- Familiarize yourself with the physical aspects of the art including theory, performance techniques and music's aesthetic qualities
- Seek answers to philosophical questions concerning the nature of music, it's origin and development
- Take part in choral and instrumental ensemble opportunities
- Engage in classes consisting of discussions, presentations and analysis of songs, sounds and ideas
- Explore Christianity's influence on the development of music and examine the beauty of music through an informed Christian perspective
Private Music Instruction
King's offers private musical instruction in a variety of instruments. The university also offers courses in choral conducting, pedagogy and collaborative piano, all of which are taught by excellent instructors ready to adapt to your unique learning needs.
Private music instruction is available to all Music majors and minors as well as any King's student looking to fulfill a Fine Arts course requirement for their program.
For any inquiries related to registering for a private music instruction course as part of your program, please contact the Music Department.
Music Facilities
Nicholas B. Knoppers Hall
King's recital hall seats an audience of 200 and features excellent acoustic and recording facilities. The hall’s instrumental inventory includes the following:
- Yamaha nine-foot concert grand piano, once owned by renowned pianist Glenn Gould
- Hailun seven-foot grand piano
- Letourneau 12-stop, two-manual mechanical pipe organ
- Hubbard one-manual, Flemish-style harpsichord
- Sabathil two-manual pedal harpsichord
Organ students have weekly lessons at West End Christian Reformed Church, which boasts a beautiful 36-stop, two-manual mechanical Letourneau organ. This venue is an excellent, alternative resource for recitals.
Practice rooms
- Eight practice rooms that are bright, naturally lit and very spacious
- Practice time is scheduled for each term according to availability and student needs
- Many of our eight practice rooms house grand pianos
Additional music facilities
Take a look at our vocal studio, practice rooms, most prized instruments, and other fine arts spaces using King's campus map.
Music Program Options
Available as a major
- 4-year Bachelor of Music
- 4-year Bachelor of Arts
Available as a concentration
- 3-year Bachelor of Arts
Available as a minor
- 4-year Bachelor of Arts
- 3-year Bachelor of Arts
- 4-year Bachelor of Science
- 4-year Bachelor of Commerce
Available as a diploma and certificate
- 2-year Diploma in Church Music
- 1-year Performer's Certificate
- 1-year Artist’s Diploma