Wilfrid Laurier University 2025 Choral Composition Symposium

Discover new perspectives in choral writing at Laurier’s Choral Composition Symposium!

Join Dr. Matthew Emery and Dr. Tracy Wong for a one-day composition event designed to inspire and connect choral music creators from all backgrounds.

Engage in hands-on learning through choral composition techniques and idioms—whether you're new to writing for voice or already experienced. 🤝 Connect your compositional voice to the realities of choral performance through repertoire analysis and practical skills. Explore new ideas by listening, singing, and diving into music business and publishing with peers and professionals.

Don’t miss this inspiring day of collaboration and creativity!

Schedule:

8:30 a.m. - check in

8:45 - welcome

9 - 10:30 a.m. - session 1

10:30 a.m. - break

11 am - 12:30 p.m. - session 2

12:30 p.m. - lunch (on own)

1:30 - 3 p.m. - session 3

3 p.m. - break

3:15 - 4:15 p.m. - session 4

4:15 - 5pm - discussion & take aways