Faculties
Purpose of Education and Research at the College of Music
To pursue advanced education and research in the field of music based on Christian music that is the basis of Western Music, and foster capable individuals who are not only knowledgeable and technically accomplished in their specialized fields but also capable of supporting the world of music in various ways.
Features of Learning
The College of Music provides a learning environment in which students and the teaching staff value the idea of partnership, peers help each other to improve in a supportive atmosphere, and each and every student can make the most of his or her talents and abilities. Students certainly expand their knowledge of music as a whole and become technically accomplished in their specialized areas, but a further attraction is the opportunity to take advantage of other departments of the university and enrich their studies by learning a foreign language or any other subject.
Flexible Curriculum that Provides Abundant Education
A special feature of the College of Music is being able to study subjects that meet your preference with few required subjects. A wide variety of “cultures” is essential to music composition. Taking advantage of the benefits of being a comprehensive university, we have language subjects in which you can choose from 10 types of languages; we also have Basic studies and General studies in which you can build a foundation for various academic fields. In addition, because you can take many specialized subjects from other courses, you can learn a lot about the world of music without having to favor any major field of study.
Opportunities to Attend Concerts of the Highest Class and Accompany Artists who are Active on the World Stage
Every year the College of Music organizes numerous musical events including "Ferris Concerts" by brilliant artists from Japan and other countries. The College also organizes participatory "workshops" for students and "special open lectures" by inviting instructors who are successful in the relevant business. In addition, the Department of Performing Arts provides students with opportunities to accompany orchestras from other institutions and professional artists. Many students play music at the annual Orchestral Evenings and Chamber Music Evenings held by the Christian Music Society, and thereby experience the joys of playing music as a single entity in a hall full of people.
Knowing, Learning, and Experiencing Christian Music
It is important for the students to feel and absorb some of what forms the core of Western music by coming in contact with the philosophy of Christianity, which is the basis for building this University. For this reason, numerous lectures are conducted on subjects related to Christianity. Students approach Christianity through its musical aspects while studying the history, ideology, and culture of Christian music, experiencing the pipe organ and playing music created for worship.