A world-class, diverse and inclusive program that encompasses experiential learning, caring relationships and engagement with the wider community requires a building that welcomes everyone in.
Together, we can create more musical space needed for this special learning environment to flourish. The Faculty of Music will become a hub for students, faculty, alumni, and musicians in Waterloo Region and beyond. Learn more
Full of natural light and equipped with relaxed seating, sound equipment and a grand piano, this contemporary, glassed-in space will become the site for impromptu concerts by students and faculty, as well as for small musical events in Waterloo. Learn more
Fourth-year Music student Sarah Stapleton on why she’s Making Space for Music
"During my first visit to the Laurier Waterloo campus for my audition, I was approached by five people, all of whom offered help (I guess I must have looked a bit lost!). That’s when I realized that this is where I wanted to be. That feeling only increased as I entered the Music building. I found a home there even before I became a student. The welcoming culture in the Music Faculty, and across campus, inspired me to grow into the person that I wanted to become. For me, that’s really important in a university – maybe the most important thing. Through four years of my Music Education degree, I experienced unwavering support from friends, professors, colleagues – and of course, Dr. Glen Carruthers ..." Read more.
Our deep gratitude to all of the over 250 donors who raised more than $780,000 to name this studio through a gift in honour of Dr. Glen Carruthers, former dean of the Faculty of Music, who was the driving force behind Making Space for Music. Dr. Carruthers retired in the fall of 2020, and passed away on December 24. The beautiful, new Carruthers Practice Studios will create a bank of high-quality, light-filled practice and rehearsal rooms with superb acoustics. Each room will have floor-to-ceiling windows with a view onto University Avenue. Read more.
Choose a naming option that inspires you or speak to our team about how you would like to contribute to student success at Laurier.
Faculty of Music supporters are the cornerstone of this campaign. With donor support, we have already raised $11.25 million of our $15 million goal.
Your gift now brings us even closer to campaign success, and the realization of a wonderful new space for students to connect, practise and grow as musicians.
Enjoy more performances on the Laurier Faculty of Music Youtube channel.
Artistic representation is provided for illustrative purposes only.
Subject to budget constraints.
*Match funding will be provided for new music donations to help name the Carruthers Practice Studios until December 31, 2020, up to $375,000 and contingent on building contruction commencing by July 31, 2022.
