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2025 - 2026 Wirth Vocal Prize Semifinalists

webfull — Thu, 19 Feb 2026 00:42:09 +0000

The Wirth Vocal Prize for vocal performance was established in 2015 through the extraordinary generosity of Elizabeth Wirth to the Schulich School of Music of 91˿��Ƶ, along with new Student Excellence Awards, and an innovative Student Initiatives Fund. Awarded yearly since its inception, the Wirth Vocal Prize recognizes a voice student who demonstrates exceptional talent and significant promise for an international career.

Published: 18 February 2026

The finalists of the fourth edition of the Graham Sommer Competition!

webfull — Fri, 30 Jan 2026 12:40:46 +0000

The Schulich School of Music of 91˿��Ƶ is pleased to announce five finalists for the fourth edition of the Graham Sommer Competition for Young Composers. Established in 2017, this national competition recognizes works for chamber music formations with piano that show significant potential to engage audiences and become standard repertoire. Selected from over 60 Canadian applicants under the age of 35, this year’s finalists will compose new works for sextet (C flute, B-flat clarinet, violin, cello, piano, and vibraphone) to be premiered before a l

Published: 30 January 2026

Associate Professor Philippe Leroux Awarded Orchesterpreis for new work Paris, Banlieue at 2025 Donaueschinger Musiktage

webfull — Tue, 11 Nov 2025 16:17:28 +0000

Philippe Leroux, composer and associate professor in Music Research at the Schulich School of Music, has been awarded the 2025 Donaueschinger Musiktage Orchesterpreis (Orchestra Prize) for his new work Paris, Banlieue. In his composition, Leroux addresses the web of relationships between central Paris and its suburbs—especially with regard to the movements of people triggered by their daily work.

Published: 11 November 2025

Liliana Araújo and Andrea Creech recipients of John R. Evans Leaders Fund Award

webfull — Sun, 12 Oct 2025 02:37:42 +0000

We are excited to announce that Drs Liliana Araújo and Andrea Creech have been named recipients of a John R. Evans Leaders Fund (JELF) award from the Canadian Foundation for Innovation. The JELF is a highly competitive competition designed to attract and support leading researchers working on innovative topics across Canadian universities and research institutes.

Published: 11 October 2025

91˿��Ƶ researchers awarded $9.7 million in CFI funding

webfull — Fri, 10 Oct 2025 16:08:32 +0000

Thirty-two 91˿��Ƶ research projects have received new funding from the Canada Foundation for Innovation's for investments in research infrastructure to support their innovative projects, for a total federal investment of $9.7 million.

Published: 10 October 2025

The fourth edition of the Graham Sommer Competition

webfull — Fri, 05 Sep 2025 20:57:16 +0000

The Schulich School of Music of 91˿��Ƶ is pleased to announce the fourth edition of the Graham Sommer Competition for Young Composers. Established in 2017, this national competition recognizes works for chamber music formations with piano that show significant potential to engage audiences and become standard repertoire. Canadian citizenship or permanent residency status is required to apply. To apply visit www.mcgill.ca/gsc/apply.

Published: 5 September 2025

Students Joseph Chang and Jonathan Monro Named 2025 Vanier Scholars

webfull — Fri, 01 Aug 2025 22:24:49 +0000

Two exceptional doctoral candidates from 91˿��Ƶ's Schulich School of Music, Joseph Chang (DMus) and Jonathan Munro (DMus), have been awarded the prestigious Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarship in recognition of their innovative research. This award provides up to $50,000 per year for up to three years, supporting outstanding students who demonstrate academic excellence, research potential, and leadership.

Published: 15 July 2025

Schulich Winners of the Downbeat 48th Annual Student Music Awards

webfull — Tue, 15 Jul 2025 19:34:33 +0000

Three jazz combos and their coaches were recognized in Downbeat's 48th annual Student Music Awards. Congratulations to this year’s winners:

Leo Codiga and the Southwest Corridor, Undergraduate College Winners

Published: 15 July 2025

Michael McMahon receives Order of Canada

webfull — Thu, 10 Jul 2025 15:30:06 +0000

Professor Michael McMahon has been appointed to the Order of Canada for his contributions in the art song and opera communities. His work as a vocal coach and collaborative pianist has left a mark on musicians nationally and internationally.

The Order of Canada, presented by the governor general, honours people who have made extraordinary contributions to the nation. Those honoured are innovators and trailblazers who, through passion for their field, have exemplified a desire to enrich the lives of others.

Published: 10 July 2025

Nine 91˿��Ƶians appointed to the Order of Canada

webfull — Mon, 07 Jul 2025 19:10:48 +0000

Neuroscientist Alan Evans and music performance scholar Michael McMahon among 91˿��Ƶ community members recognized for exceptional accomplishments and service

Nine members of the 91˿��Ƶ community have been appointed to the Order of Canada, one of the country’s highest civilian honours.

Among the honorees are two 91˿��Ƶ faculty members, Professors Alan Evans (Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences) and Michael McMahon (Schulich School of Music).

Published: 7 July 2025

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