The first course in a four-semester sequence studying notational, harmonic, and compositional practices of the Western music tradition. Correlated components of this course include ear training, sight singing, and music technology.

Explores the array of guitar repertoire in the Classical, Romantic and Modern eras. Student will engage in an in-depth study of iconic works and also lesser known pieces of each era, analyzing scores and critically listening for the composer’s intentions. Students will have the opportunity to play for one another in class and engage in interpretative discussions.

Designed as a beginner group instruction piano class for music majors whose primary instrument is voice or guitar. Students will strengthen their skills and technique by studying simple piano literature, sight reading, five-finger patterns, scales, harmonization, transposition, and improvisation. Prerequisite: Music Major only Exclusion: Music – Performance (Piano) track.

Explores the array of piano repertoire in the Classical, Romantic, and Modern eras. Students will engage in an in-depth study of iconic works and also lesser known pieces of each era, analyzing scores and critically listening for the composer’s intentions. Students will have the opportunity to play for one another in class and engage in interpretative discussions.

Serves the Tyndale University community as a course meant to further develop the skills of talented musicians who will serve in Chapel services and at various campus events. The band is a campus-wide ensemble, meeting regularly for rehearsals with performances and ministry opportunities throughout the semester. Band members will play for Chapels on rotation as well as other campus-wide and external engagements, as invited. Students must audition for this course near the beginning of the semester.

The Tyndale Community Choir (TCC) serves as Tyndale’s primary vocal ensemble. TCC is both a campus-wide and community-based ensemble connecting Tyndale University’s students, staff and faculty with multi-generational singers throughout the GTA. The choir meets regularly for rehearsals throughout the semester with a variety of ministry and performances opportunities both on campus and at external events throughout the city. This choral course will serve the Tyndale University community as well as the community at large as a course meant to further develop the skills of talented singers who will represent Tyndale University and act as a ministry team in the GTA. Singers must audition for this course near the beginning of the semester.

Provides individual weekly lessons in drum/ percussion-playing and techniques. The content will vary between students based on their individual goals and needs. Students will review the rudiments of drum/percussion-playing with a focus on tone production, repertoire, improvisation, notation, rhythm, and overall musicality. Students must undergo an assessment at the beginning of the semester.

Provides individual weekly lessons in drum/ percussion-playing and techniques. The content will vary between students based on their individual goals and needs. Students will review the rudiments of drum/percussion-playing with a focus on tone production, repertoire, improvisation, notation, rhythm, and overall musicality. For non-Music major/minor students. No audition required.

Provides individual weekly lessons in bass guitar-playing and techniques. The content will vary between students based on their individual goals and needs. Students will review the rudiments of bass guitar-playing, with a focus on tone production, repertoire, improvisation, notation, rhythm, and overall musicality. Students must undergo an assessment at the beginning of the semester.

Provides individual weekly lessons in bass guitar-playing and techniques. The content will vary between students based on their individual goals and needs. Students will review the rudiments of bass guitar-playing, with a focus on tone production, repertoire, improvisation, notation, rhythm, and overall musicality. For non-Music major/minor students. No audition required.

Provides individual weekly lessons in guitar-playing and techniques. The content will vary between students based on their individual goals and needs. Students will review the rudiments of guitar-playing, with a focus on tablature reading, open and barre chords and strumming and picking patterns. Lessons will include a private performance as the midterm exam and an individual performance for the studio as the final exam. Learned repertoire includes traditional roots music (folk music) as well as popular styles and sacred music. Students must undergo an assessment at the beginning of the semester.

Provides individual weekly lessons in guitar-playing and techniques. The content will vary between students based on their individual goals and needs. Students will review the rudiments of guitar-playing, with a focus on tablature reading, open and barre chords and strumming and picking patterns. Lessons will include a private performance as the midterm exam and an individual performance for the studio as the final exam. Learned repertoire includes traditional roots music (folk music) as well as popular styles and sacred music. For non-Music major/minor students. No audition required.

Designed to give students experience in creating music in a small jazz ensemble setting. Learning the fundamentals of arranging and improvisation, students will learn the role of their particular instrument in a small ensemble and how it functions within the group context. Students will have the opportunity to play as a combo for various Tyndale-sponsored events and work with practicing professional jazz artists in masterclasses and guest performances. Prerequisite: Students will be required to audition for this class. Please contact the instructor to arrange an audition.

Weekly piano lessons, 60 minutes in length. The lessons will be private, with an occasional master class open to all piano students, held at a mutually convenient time. Students will study repertoire for the piano of different time periods, and learn some progressive technical skills. Students must undergo an assessment at the beginning of the semester.

Weekly piano lessons, 30 minutes in length. The lessons will be private, with an occasional master class open to all piano students, held at a mutually convenient time. Students will study repertoire for the piano of different time periods, and learn some progressive technical skills. For non-Music major/minor students. No audition required.

Designed to give students experience in creating music in a small chamber music setting, with exposure to a variety of chamber orchestra repertoire. Learning how to function in relationship with one another, each orchestra member will learn how their instrument family complements another in order to function well as a whole. The orchestra will play for various Tyndale-sponsored events and play alongside the Tyndale Community Choir for large campus and community events. Prerequisite: Students will be required to audition for this class. Please contact the instructor to arrange an audition.

Serves the Tyndale University community as a course meant to further develop the skills of talented singers who will serve in Chapel services and at various campus events. The choir is a campus-wide ensemble, meeting regularly for rehearsals with performances and ministry opportunities throughout the semester. Students must audition for this course near the beginning of the semester.

Provides individual weekly lessons teaching fundamentals of singing and healthy vocal production. The content will vary between students based on their individual goals and needs. Content will be taught through solo vocal repertoire, voice exercises, information provided by instructor, and performances. Lessons will include an individual performance midterm and a group class final recital. Students must undergo an assessment at the beginning of the semester.

Provides individual weekly lessons teaching fundamentals of singing and healthy vocal production. The content will vary between students based on their individual goals and needs. Content will be taught through solo vocal repertoire, voice exercises, information provided by instructor, and performances. Lessons will include an individual performance midterm and a group class final recital. For non-Music major/minor students. No audition required.

The second course in a four-semester sequence studying notational, harmonic, and compositional practices of the Western music tradition. Correlated components of this course include ear training, sight singing, and music technology. Prerequisite: MUSC 101. Exclusion: MUSC 303.

Explores many of the ways that music engages us. Students are encouraged to develop awareness of musical textures, sonority, rhythm, melody, harmony and how these textures invite the listener into the world of the musical work. Students will study various forms of vocal and instrumental music from both within and apart from the European tradition and explore some of the ways they portray the passions and the drama of the human story. Concert attendance, outside of class time, with and accompanying evaluation will also be a requirement of the course. Exclusion: MUSC 102.

Provides a comprehensive overview of the essential skills needed to navigate any Digital Audio Workstation (DAW). Students will gain a solid understanding of the tools and functions within a DAW, enabling them to effectively record, edit, and export their own music productions. Throughout the course, they will explore the multistep process involved in creating a polished track, starting from recording audio to refining it through editing. Additionally, students will learn the techniques required for mixing their projects, adjusting levels, applying effects, and achieving a balanced sound. By the end of the course, students will be equipped with the knowledge to produce and present their own music in a professional manner.

Same as CHRI 274.

Students will be introduced to three connected disciplines in music – Performance, Composition and Worship Leadership. As a 5-week intensive, students will study the skills of performance in Guitar, Piano or Vocal music while learning the concepts and techniques of song-writing and the effective skills of Worship Leadership. Prerequisite: MUSC 101 or permission from instructor.