Music Programs

Tyndale University

Music Programs

Bridge integrity of heart and skillful hands as you hone your craft as a vocalist and instrumentalist while cultivating excellence in leadership.

Prepare for a career in music in the church or the marketplace through a holistic and concentrated approach paired with a strong liberal arts core curriculum. You’ll flourish in the four core areas of music education: Foundations (Music Theory and History), Applied Studies (Private Lessons and Group Ensembles), Music Methodologies and Performance.

BFA (Honours) & BA Music Programs

Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) (Honours)
Music: Performance

Performance majors go deep, developing instrumental and vocal strength through instrument literature/vocal diction coursework and masterclasses in performance. In this major, you will work toward a senior recital in your final year, spotlighting your individual performance skills.

Major Credit Hours: 74†
Total Credit Hours: 122
Professional Degree

Music: Performance

Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) (Honours)
Music: Worship Arts

Worship Arts majors emphasize breadth in their methodology courses. Students aim toward a worship leadership project that strengthens musical and leadership skills through work with a worship team, a small vocal ensemble, and a congregation. In this major, you will cover a wide range of course topics to develop your understanding of Worship and Music Technology. 

Major Credit Hours: 74†
Total Credit Hours: 122
Professional Degree

Music: Worship Arts

Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Music

The BA in Music provides a comprehensive foundation in general music studies. Its flexible structure makes it an ideal choice for students looking to pursue a double major or add a minor in another field. Prepare for a career in music through a holistic approach paired with a strong liberal arts core curriculum.

Major Credit Hours: 48†
Total Credit Hours: 120
Liberal Arts Degree

Music (BA)

Note: a Music and Worship Arts minor is also available for those in other BA programs.

†Major credit hours may include a combination of Major Requirements, Instrument/Voice Requirements and Applied Music Requirements.

Audition Information

Admission into the Music Department will be granted after a successful audition and successful completion and assessment of your Tyndale University application.