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Online Information Sessions

Prelude: Thinking of Applying to Music?

Wednesday, March 18 2026 | 7:30 - 09:00 PM EDT

In this introductory virtual session, prospective undergraduate students will get an overview of what we offer at U of T Music! Admissions and Recruitment staff will introduce you to our breadth of program options, and current Student Ambassadors will join to share their first-hand experiences.  

This session is a great first step in learning what’s available to you, and how to start preparing for a future application and audition! 

March Break 2026

Join us at U of T's Faculty of Music for opportunities to observe rehearsals and classes, take tours of our buildings, and enjoy performances during the week of March 16 - 20, 2026!

Monday

March 16, 2026

11:10 AM | 12tet Rehearsal Observation

Observe the U of T Jazz 12tet in rehearsal!  

Great for: prospective jazz students.

1:10 PM | Faculty of Music Tour

Explore U of T Music's Edward Johnson Building, including Walter Hall, the Music Library, student common spaces, and practice and rehearsal facilities.

Great for: prospective classical students.
 

2:10 PM | Tour of U of T Music's 2 buildings

See some of the highlights of U of T Music's two buildings, including Walter Hall, the Music Library, student common spaces, and practice and rehearsal facilities at both buildings.

Great for: prospective jazz students.

3:10 PM | Wind Ensemble Rehearsal Observation

Observe the Wind Ensemble in rehearsal!  

Great for: prospective brass, woodwinds, and percussion students.

5:00 PM | U of T Jazz Ensembles @ The Rex

Visit the Rex - Toronto's preeminent jazz venue, and check out the performances of some of U of T's student Jazz Ensembles!

6:00 PM | Clarinet Performance Class Observation

Observe a class dedicated Clarinet solo repertoire and performance.

Great for: prospective woodwinds students.

7:00 PM | Violin Performance Master Class Observation

Observe a master class for Violin Performance students led by visiting guest artist Aaron Schwebel.

Great for: prospective strings students.

Tuesday

March 17, 2026

10:10 AM | Jazz Orchestra Rehearsal Observation

Observe the U of T Jazz Orchestra in rehearsal!

Great for: prospective jazz students.

10:10 AM | Historical Keyboard/Continuo Class Observation

Observe the Historical Keyboard Improvisation/Continuo class, exploring how early keyboard techniques and performance practices can shape ensemble music‑making.

Great for: prospective keyboard (piano, organ, harpsichord) students.

11:10 AM | Organ Improvisation Class Observation

Observe a class for organ performance students dedicated to the study harmonic treatment of melodies, hymn tunes as preludes, and trio playing.

Great for: prospective organ students.

12:10 PM | Strings Chamber Music Concert

A concert featuring a U of T Strings chamber ensemble recognized with the Galimir Award for Excellence in Chamber Music

1:10 PM | Faculty of Music Tour

Explore U of T Music's Edward Johnson Building, including Walter Hall, the Music Library, student common spaces, and practice and rehearsal facilities.

Great for: prospective classical students.

3:10 PM | Wind Symphony Rehearsal Observation

Observe U of T's Wind Symphony in rehearsal!

Great for: prospective brass, woodwinds, and percussion students.

6:00 | Clarinet Ensemble Rehearsal Observation

Observe the U of T Clarinet Ensemble in rehearsal!

Great for: prospective clarinet students.

7:30 PM | U of T Student Composers' Concert

This concert is free and open to the public, and will feature works by current U of T Student Composers.

Wednesday

March 17, 2026

10:10 AM | Percussion Ensemble Rehearsal Observation

Observe the U of T Percussion Ensemble in rehearsal!  

Great for: prospective percussion students.

12:10 PM | Tour of U of T Music's 2 buildings

See some of the highlights of U of T Music's two buildings, including Walter Hall, the Music Library, student common spaces, and practice and rehearsal facilities at both buildings.

Great for: prospective jazz students.

3:00 PM | Guitar Ensemble Rehearsal Observation

Observe the Guitar Ensemble in rehearsal!  

Great for: prospective guitar students.

7:30 PM | Vocal Jazz Ensemble Concert

Check out the Vocal Jazz Ensemble's performance in Walter Hall!

Thursday

March 19, 2026

11:10 AM | Faculty of Music Tour

Explore U of T Music's Edward Johnson Building, including Walter Hall, the Music Library, student common spaces, and practice and rehearsal facilities.

Great for: prospective classical students.

12:10 PM | Piano Recital

The concert is free and open to the public, and will feature pianist Mariya Orlenko, winner of the Lilian Goh DMA Piano Recital Competition.

1:10 PM | Brass Chamber Music Master Class Observation

Observe a Master Class featuring performances by U of T Brass students, led by guest artist James Sommerville.

Great for: prospective brass students.

3:10 PM | Contemporary Music Ensemble Rehearsal Observation

Observe the U of T Contemporary Music Ensemble in rehearsal!

Great for: prospective students interested in new (contemporary classical) music, and composition.

Friday

March 14, 2025

11:10 AM | Strings Chamber Music Master Class

Observe U of T Strings Chamber Music Master Class led by visiting guest artist Simon Blendis.

Great for: prospective strings students.

11:10 AM | Faculty of Music Tour

Explore U of T Music's Edward Johnson Building, including Walter Hall, the Music Library, student common spaces, and practice and rehearsal facilities.

Great for: prospective classical students.

12:10 PM | Voice & Piano Duos Lobby Concert

Held in the Edward Johnson Building lobby (with mostly standing room for the audience), this concert will feature classical piano-vocal duos.

1:10 PM | Faculty of Music Tour

Explore U of T Music's Edward Johnson Building, including Walter Hall, the Music Library, student common spaces, and practice and rehearsal facilities.

Great for: prospective classical students.

3:10 PM | UTSO Rehearsal Observation

Observe the University of Toronto Symphony Orchestra (UTSO) in rehearsal!  

Great for: prospective strings, woodwinds, brass, and percussion students.

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