Male student conducting Westminster Choir

Learn to perform at the highest level

At Westminster, you'll find:

  • 6 choirs, including the renowned Westminster Symphonic Choir
  • Faculty who are active performers, bringing real-world experience to every class
  • Frequent performance opportunities to collaborate, grow and showcase your talents
  • Exceptional facilities: practice rooms, rehearsal halls, recording studios, and more
  • A diverse, supportive community grounded in creativity and belonging
  • Direct access to cultural hubs: Trenton, Princeton, New York City and Philadelphia
  • Renowned visiting artists who offer masterclasses, mentorship, and insight into the professional world
  • A global network of accomplished alumni

The voices of Westminster

Westminster Choir College stands as a vibrant and integral part of the Rider University community, enriching the campus with its legacy of musical excellence and artistic passion.

Chorale students sing in Gill Chapel

Explore our majors

Our conservatory-style school provides a music-focused education led by world-class faculty. You'll learn in a supportive, diverse, community-focused and non-competitive environment. We also encourage cross-disciplinary learning to build collaborative experiences and help you become a well-rounded music leader.

Pursue a 21st century career in the arts

Provides a comprehensive academic education with rigorous musical training that develops creative and intellectual habits essential for success in careers of all kinds. 

Jasmin Villatoro
Throughout my time at Westminster, I have experienced substantial personal, academic, and musical growth. I have been able to further my musicianship as a vocalist and pay close attention to my development as a music educator.”
Jasmin Villatoro ‘24
Music education major

Our faculty

Westminster’s faculty are accomplished musicians who bring their specialized experience and expertise to the classroom. Equally respected by their students, they are dedicated teachers who work hard to make the most of an individual’s musical talents.

Meet our faculty

  • Christopher Arneson
  • Susan Ashbaker
  • Christian Carey
  • Margaret Cusack
  • James Goldsworthy
  • Ronald Hemmel
  • James Jordan
  • Jay Kawarsky
  • Anthony Kosar
  • Sharon Mirchandani
  • Sarah Perry
  • Joel Phillips
  • Steve Pilkington
  • G. Preston Wilson
  • Kathy Price
  • Tom Shelton
Get to know us