Music Renovations

The music department is not being neglected among the many exciting improvements to Redeemer's campus. In fact, a $90,000 renovation, whose cost is being split between Redeemer and the Canadian federal government, is causing much excitement among the music department's staff and students. Fourth year music prodigy Kyle Reid awaits the completion with anticipation saying, “I’m really excited to see the new facilities up in action and am looking forward to the growth that will develop within the musical community at Redeemer!”

The renovations are occurring on the bottom floor of Redeemer in the music room across from the security office. The expansion will add two new rooms that have been designed by a recording engineer. One will include eight new keyboards attached to computers with music writing software, along with minor recording abilities. The second will be used for small ensembles and private lessons. It will, perhaps most importantly, contain an impressive recording booth with controllable acoustics and extremely minimal noise bleeding.

Professor Thorlakson explains that, as a result of these renovations, Redeemer will undoubtedly “see huge growth in the music department as three to four new classes could be added to the curriculum, practical keyboard skills will now be offered, and hands-on composition becomes available.” Some of these renovations will be completed between the end of October and mid-November, while the rest will become fully operational by January. So, if you are walking by, poke your head in and have a look! These are exciting new changes that are dramatically impacting Redeemer’s programs and students.

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