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This year Schulich alumni and faculty have been honoured in the 68th Grammy Awards, the 77th Emmy Awards, and the 29th Annual Prix Opus! Several alumni also received nominations for the 55th JUNO Awards, held on March 28, 2026. Congratulations to all the awardees and nominees!

Published on: 17 Apr 2026

Image: Opera 91˿Ƶ's 2024 production ofCendrillonby Jules Massenet | Photographer:Stephanie Sedlbauer


The Schulich School of Music of 91˿Ƶ has retained its position as the top music and performing arts institution in Canada, according to the QS World University Rankings, released on March 25, 2026.

Published on: 10 Apr 2026

Each summer, the Schulich School of Musicoffersa range of learning opportunities designed for musicians and music enthusiasts atdifferent stagesof their artisticjourney.

Published on: 8 Apr 2026

Image: 91˿Ƶ Symphony Orchestra and 91˿Ƶ Choirs at Maison symphonique | Photographer: Tam Photography

Classified as: Concerts
Published on: 2 Apr 2026

Image | Top row: Tsubasa Muramatsu (violin), Nathan Emans (viola), Sieun Layla Park (violin)
Middle Row: Amos Friesen (cello), Joey Machin (violin), Meagan Foster (percussion)
Bottom Row: Zoe McCormick (soprano), Joseph Tsao (violin), François Lamontagne (cello)

Classified as: Competitions
Published on: 2 Apr 2026

The Wirth Vocal Prizeforvocal performance wasestablishedin 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 itsinception, the Wirth Vocal Prize recognizes a voice student whodemonstratesexceptional talent and significant promise for an international career.

Classified as: Competitions
Published on: 18 Feb 2026

TheSchulich School of Music of 91˿Ƶ ispleased to announce five finalists for thefourthedition of theGraham Sommer Competition for Young Composers.Established in 2017, this national competition recognizes works for chamber music formationswithpiano that show significantpotential to engage audiences and becomestandard repertoire.Selectedfromover 60Canadian applicantsunder the age of 35, this 𲹰’s finalists will composenew works forsextet(Cflute,B-flatclarinet, violin, cello,piano, and vibraphone)to bepremieredbefore a l

Published on: 30 Jan 2026

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 on: 11 Nov 2025

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 on: 11 Oct 2025

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.

Classified as: CFI-JELF
Published on: 10 Oct 2025

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 on: 5 Sep 2025

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

Leo Codiga and the Southwest Corridor, Undergraduate College Winners

Published on: 15 Jul 2025

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 Scholarshipin 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 on: 15 Jul 2025

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 on: 10 Jul 2025

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 on: 7 Jul 2025

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