Music

Faculty of Music

Christopher Enns is not only an opera singer and a financial planner for musicians, he’s also a Music grad.

Christopher Enns (Opera Diploma, 2012) understands that financial stability is not a guarantee for professionals working in the arts. That is why he has combined his passions for the stage with finance by offering high level financial services available for the artistic community. Read more about Christopher Enns on LinkedIn.

What do employers value about Faculty of Music graduates?

Within two years of graduation, 85% of graduates who are in the labour market are employed with a median salary of $36,329/year upon entering the workforce. 50% pursue further post-secondary studies. _{(Source: StatsCan Career Tool)}

your degree after graduation

Over 80% of University of Toronto Music Alumni spend the majority of their career working in music.

Graduates often have more than one career path and most frequently apply their creative thinking and communication skills in these industries:

Performance
Conducting
Composing/Arranging
Music Therapy
Education
Arts and Design
Business Development
Media and Communication
Entrepreneurship
Research
Community and Social Services

graduate or professional school

A Music degree equips students with the critical thinking and research skills for a variety of academic next steps, including graduate programs in:

Performance
Composition
Conducting
Ethnomusicology
Musicology
Music Instruments
Music and Health Sciences
Music Therapy
Digital Media and Technology
Community Music
Art and Culture Management
Education
Business
Medicine
Law

exploring opportunities while you're a student

Learn About yourself

Register for the Job Shadowing Program to connect with professionals in your career area of interest. During a half or full day job shadowing placement, you’ll begin to clarify your goals and better understand your career options.

Attend an In the Field program to meet professionals working in a variety of occupations within one organization.

Find a Work-Study Position and gain paid, on-campus positions that provide you with an opportunity to deepen your knowledge, strengthen your skills and explore how your academic studies translate to career possibilities.

Attend a career workshop or small group conversation to explore career possibilities, understand your skills, and plan for your career or further education. Visit clnx.utoronto.ca for more information.

Connect with Alumni

After your first year, apply for the Music Mentorship Program to connect with Faculty of Music alumni, learn more about music careers and explore the various opportunities that a music education can provide.

Connect with your peers in the faculty and talk to your career education team for networking advice.

Explore Your Options

While you’re a student, get the support and make the connections you need to transition into your dream career.

Talk to your professors to better understand and prioritize your opportunities in the context of your discipline.

Enrol in MMU100H1 Lives in Music to learn about competencies required in various musical professions and plan your undergraduate study strategically.

During the spring, attend the Finance for Musicians workshop series.

Learn about Scholarships and Fellowships offered to students in the faculty.

Get involved with course unions, student-run clubs, and take advantage of other membership benefits under the Faculty of Music Undergraduate Association.

Take advantage of opportunities to study abroad through Centre for International Experience's Student Exchange Program or Summer Abroad Program.

Learn more about getting performance opportunities from the Music Booking Office in the Edward Johnson Building.