The BFA (Honours) in Music is a professional degree in music that incorporates biblical studies, theology, and Christian ministry training. Bridge integrity of heart and skillful hands as you hone your craft as a vocalist and instrumentalist while cultivating excellence in leadership. 

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.

This major offers 5 concentrations for you to choose from: 

• Voice Performance
• Piano Performance
• Guitar Performance
• Bass Guitar Performance
• Drums/Percussion Performance

Learning from expert practitioners, Tyndale provides a supportive community where musicians can explore their gifting while refining their craft. Combining practical studio training with theoretical knowledge, students gain exposure to a wide range of musical traditions, styles, concepts and artistic expressions through both popular music and sacred music genres. 

Performance Opportunities

Multiple opportunities are available to perform at external concerts and services as soloists and in ensemble settings, even partnering and performing with professional musicians throughout the Greater Toronto Area, as well as internal performance opportunities in multiple performance spaces throughout the campus. Students develop leadership skills through Tyndale’s Chapel Program as they lead weekly chapel worship in our breath-taking 56-foot high chapel space with a state-of-the-art sound system.

Prepare for a career in music in the church and 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
• Performance Requirements