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On July 17th, the jury for the Peter-Mendell Prize selected the finalists for the 19th edition of this prestigious competition.  The performances of cellist Evelyne Méthot and violinists Justin Saulnier and Joey Machin were noted for their impeccable technique, emotionally rich interpretations, and artistic audacity, propelling them among the finalists.The performer who stands out the […]

Montreal, August 7, 2024 – The annual golf tournament of the Jeunesses Musicales Canada Foundation, held on August 5 at the prestigious Royal Montreal Golf Club, was a success, raising over 125,000 to support the mission of Jeunesses Musicales Canada. This memorable evening brought together golf and music enthusiasts in a convivial and festive atmosphere. […]

Montreal, June 6, 2024 – At its bursary award ceremony held on June 5 at the Maison André-Bourbeau, the Jeunesses Musicales Canada Foundation announced the creation of the Recipients’ Circle, from which all JM Canada Foundation bursary recipients will benefit. After 40 years of support for artists and Jeunesses Musicales Canada, this initiative marks an important […]

Thomas Burton receives the inaugural Iwan-Edwards young choral conductors scholarship 2024     Montreal, May 20, 2024 – The JM Canada Foundation is proud to announce that Thomas Burton is the recipient of the inaugural Iwan Edwards Young Choral Conductors Scholarship 2024. This prestigious award, which includes a $5,000 scholarship, will enable him to travel […]

Pianist Meagan Milatz Honored    Montreal, Thursday, April 25, 2024 – The JM Canada Foundation is pleased to award the Choquette-Symcox 2025 Prize to pianist Meagan Milatz. The artist receives a $6,000 award of excellence to support her career development.  “Since 2018, we’ve had the pleasure of following Meagan’s evolution as an emerging artist, and […]

  Jeunesses Musicales Canada is proud to announce a tour by La Fiammata Piano Duo, consisting of pianists Linda Ruan and Charissa Vandikas. Organized as part of “Road Trip!”—a Pan-Canadian Partnership with Prairie Debut and Debut Atlantic—the duo’s Serenade to Humanity. 1 Piano, 4 Hands tour is now making its way across eastern Canada with […]

Jeunesses Musicales Canada Foundation (JM Canada Foundation) is pleased to announce the official launch of the inaugural edition of the Iwan Edwards Scholarship for the Young Choral Conductors. This initiative aims to support and honor emerging talents in the field of choral conducting. The Iwan Edwards Young Choral Conductors Scholarship represents more than just financial […]

The Peter-Mendell Prize highlights the excellence of a full-time string student. Montreal, February 1, 2024 – The Jeunesses Musicales Canada Foundation (JM Canada Foundation) announces the start of nominations for the 19th edition of the Peter-Mendell Prize. With an excellence scholarship of $5,000, this prize rewards a string student (violin, viola, cello, or double bass) […]

The JM Canada Foundation is delighted to announce the appointment of Philip Chiu, a distinguished Canadian pianist, recipient of the inaugural Goyer Prize from Mécénat Musica, and the 2023 JUNO award-winner, as the President of the jury for the AIDA Grant. This prestigious appointment underscores the JM Canada Foundation’s commitment to supporting and promoting emerging […]

Jeunesses Musicales Canada is delighted to present the tour Voices of the Harp an exceptional concert that harmoniously blends music and poetry. Part of the Emerging Artists Concerts, this 19-date tour will kick off on January 24, 2024 from Quebec to the Maritime provinces and Ontario.     The lyre, symbolizing the union of these […]