3. To be eligible, a student must have successfully completed at least 27
graded credits in the academic year preceding the award and must register as a full-time student during the subsequent year, unless fewer credits are needed to complete the program. Students whose records contain outstanding incompletes or deferrals will not be considered.
Two scholarships to aid students from the Schulich School of Music to study in Austria during the summer.
Value: minimum $3,000 each.
To be given to a piano student. Provided by gifts made by Miss Ellen Ballon, a graduate of the Conservatorium and by the Julius Block Scholarship Fund and the Cummings Foundation Scholarship Fund.
Estimated value: $1,500.
Established in 1986 by a bequest from Sara Berlind. Awarded to any full-time student in a degree or diploma program in Music.
Value: $1,000.
Established in 1999 by the estate of Florence Agnes Biltcliffe Brace in loving memory of her daughter, Florence Marjorie Brace. Awarded by the Schulich School of Music Scholarships Committee to an outstanding undergraduate or graduate student in Music.
Estimated value: $1,000.
Awarded to a piano student in the Schulich School of Music. In memory of Mr. and Mrs. A.S. Bruneau, the prize is donated by their children.
Estimated value: $1,000.
Preference given to students specializing in the performance or history of Baroque and early music. Open to both undergraduate and graduate students. Established by Mrs. Maude Caley in memory of her husband who died December 24, 1980.
Estimated value: $500.
Established in 1996 by family and friends of Duncan Campbell, a highly esteemed graduate of the Faculty of Music and a multifaceted musician, who played a leading role in the life of the community as singer, organist and choral musician culminating his career as stage manager of L'Opéra de Montréal. Awarded by the Schulich School of Music Scholarships Committee to a Voice student who demonstrates a particular interest in the art song and oratorio repertoire.
Value: $1,200.
Established in 1999 through a generous gift from the Lloyd Carr-Harris Foundation. Awarded by the Schulich School of Music Scholarships Committee on the recommendation of the String Area to exceptionally gifted string players entering an undergraduate or graduate program in Performance.
Value: $10,000; renewable twice.
To be given to a Piano student who appears to have more than ordinary talent and requires financial assistance to continue studies. Established by a bequest from the estate of the late Miss Marguerite E. Choquette.
Value: $1,000.
Awarded to a music student majoring in one of three areas: organ performance, chamber music/accompaniment, composition. Initiated by Helmut Blume in memory of W. Douglas Clarke, organist and composer, Dean of the Faculty of Music (1930-55), and founder-conductor of the Montreal Orchestra (1930-41), progenitor of the Montreal Symphony Orchestra.
Value: $600.
Established in 2006 by Edward (Ted) Cleather in memory of his grandfather E. Gordon Cleather, a well-known baritone of his era who performed on both the London and New York stages. He was also a fellow and professor (Voice) at the Guildhall School of Music, London. Awarded by the Schulich School of Music Scholarships Committee to an outstanding undergraduate Music student. Preference given to a student in the Voice program.
Estimated value: $5,000.
Established in 2011 by friends and family in memory of David "Slide" Cohen, B.A. 1952, long-time member of the Schulich School of Music Advisory Board and McGill Governor. A menswear manufacturer by profession, David was a music lover at heart. As a student he played drums and trumpet and also managed the McGill Redmen Marching Band. Upon retirement, David studied trombone with a student at the Music faculty. Awarded by the Schulich School of Music Scholarships Committee with preference given to an outstanding brass student in the Schulich School of Music.
Value: varies.
Established in 2002 by Montreal West High School Band Alumni in recognition of Cyril James Cooper, Director of the Band Program from 1959 to 1970. Awarded by the Schulich School of Music Scholarships Committee to an undergraduate student on the basis of academic standing.
Value: minimum $500.
Awarded to students in the Opera Studio. Established by Edith and Luciano Della Pergola, the founders of the McGill Opera Studio, on the occasion of the Studio's 30th anniversary. Awarded by the Schulich School of Music Scholarships Committee on the recommendation of the Director of the Opera Studio.
Value: $1,300 each.
Awarded by the Schulich School of Music Scholarships Committee on recommendation from the Department of Performance.
Value: $1,500.
Awarded by the Schulich School of Music Scholarships Committee on recommendation from the Department of Theory.
Value: $1,500.
To be given to a Voice student. Endowed in memory of the late Pauline Donalda by the Opera Guild Incorporated.
Estimated value: $850.
Awarded to gifted piano students in Music based on financial need. Established in 1992 by Tania Elgart Naihouse in memory of her brother, Vladimir J. Elgart, a graduate of Kiev Conservatory of Music, professional pianist and senior piano teacher at the Royal Conservatory of Music in Toronto.
Value: $700.
Awarded to an undergraduate or graduate student in the Schulich School of Music for outstanding achievement in the field of electro-acoustic music. Awarded by the Schulich School of Music Scholarships Committee on the recommendation of the staff of the Electronic Music Studio. Established in 1984 by Mr. Kevin Austin, B.Mus. 1970, M.M.A. 1973.
Estimated value: $300.
Established in 2008 by the Festival International de Jazz de Montréal for a full-time Jazz student in a degree program whose talent in Jazz is exemplary. Open to Canadian citizens or Permanent Residents who have completed at least one year of a B.Mus. program. Awarded by the Schulich School of Music Scholarships Committee, as recommended by the Jazz Area in consultation with the Chair of the Department of Performance, on the basis of an adjudicated performance.
Value: $2,500; non-renewable.
To be given to a Performance student. Established by the friends of the Sarah Fischer Concerts, in memory of Sarah Fischer, celebrated Canadian singer, a dedicated supporter of young music talent, and founder of the Sarah Fischer Concerts for promising young musicians.
Value: $500.
Awarded to outstanding Performance students. Established in 1985 with the proceeds of a Scholarship Benefit Concert given by Maureen Forrester and the McGill Symphony Orchestra. By agreement with the Musicians’ Guild of Quebec, a portion of the funds received from the sale of McGill University Recordings involving student performers is contributed to this scholarship fund.
Estimated value: $2,000.
Awarded by the Schulich School of Music Scholarships Committee to an outstanding undergraduate or graduate student.
Value: $300.
Established in 2001 by Professor Taras Gabora, and friends, in memory of Gaelyne Gabora, gifted musician and leading interpreter of art song, for undergraduate students in the vocal program in the Schulich School of Music. Awarded by the Schulich School of Music Scholarships Committee on the basis of excellence in the interpretation of the art song.
Value: minimum $500.
Established by Verna-Marie Parr Gélinas, Dip.Soc.Wk. 1938, and Paul-Marcel Gélinas. Awarded by the Schulich School to a talented student studying in an undergraduate or graduate program in the Schulich School of Music. Preference will be given to instrumentalists in the McGill Symphony Orchestra.
Estimated value: $1,600 each.
Established in 2010 by The Julia & Seymour Gross Foundation, Inc., in honour of Anna Paull Gertler, Director, and wife of Menard M. Gertler, M.D.,C.M. 1943, M.Sc. 1946, D.Sc. 1999. Anna Paull Gertler had a great love for the piano and received a diploma from the McGill Conservatory of Music in Piano Performance. The Scholarships will be awarded by the Schulich School of Music Scholarships Committee to outstanding undergraduate students who are studying Piano at the University.
Value: varies.
Established in 1954 by Mr. Gordon B. Glassco in memory of his wife. Awarded by the Dean of the Schulich School of Music to any deserving student in the School.
Established in 2006 through a generous gift from Canadian philanthropist Seymour Schulich. Awarded by the Schulich School of Music Scholarships Committee to an undergraduate, graduate, or diploma student in the Schulich School of Music who demonstrates exceptional potential in the String area.
Value: $20,000.
Awarded to a student in the Schulich School of Music in order to encourage excellence in the performance of classical music. Established in 1990 by her sons in memory of Hélène Gombay.
Value: $200.
Preference given to Voice majors or students specializing in Choral Conducting. Open to both undergraduate and graduate students. Established in honour of Helen Hall by her friends.
Estimated value: $500.
Preference will be given to students in organ and church music. Open to both undergraduate and graduate students.
Estimated value: $1,300.
To be given to a student enrolled in the School Music program who is preparing to become a Choral Specialist. Established in 1967 by the Baron Byng High School Graduates’ Choir.
Value: $600.
Awarded for excellence in the field of jazz studies. Established in 1989 by Mr. Steve Holt, the Faculty of Music's first B.Mus. in jazz performance, 1981, in memory of his father, David Holt, 1923-1979.
Value: $300.
Awarded to a student in the Schulich School of Music. Established in 1984 by the friends of the late Margaret Houlding.
Estimated value: $700.
To be given to a full-time student to further his or her musical education. Established by the late Mrs. Benjamin Shulman in memory of her late husband, Mr. Bernard L. Issenman.
Estimated value: $350.
Established in 1967 by the Charles H. Ivey Foundation in memory of the first Licentiate graduate (violin) of the Music Faculty. Awarded to a talented student to further his or her musical education. Preference is given to string instrument students.
Estimated value: $3,000.
Awarded for excellence in the field of vocal studies. Established by the family and friends of Margaret Kalil (1924-1991) who was a professor of Voice in the Faculty of Music.
Value: $150.
Established in 2003 by former students and friends in honour of Lubka Kolessa, a legendary concert pianist and McGill Faculty of Music professor from 1960-1971. Awarded to an outstanding piano student by the Schulich School of Music Scholarships
Committee.
Value: minimum $500.
Established in 2003 by Ingeborg Kramer, former Rare Books and Special Collections editor at McGill, in honour and in memory of her daughter, Angela C. Kramer, B.A. 1973, M.L.S. 1975, who suddenly passed away on March 12, 2003, at the age of 52. Angela Kramer joined the Morisset Library of the University of Ottawa as a librarian/specialist in 1975 and worked closely with professors and students of the School of Management and the Faculty of Social Sciences. Awarded by the Schulich School of Music Scholarships Committee to an outstanding undergraduate student.
Value: minimum $1,500.
Established in 1999 by Jaqueline Lallemand to honour the memory of her father and mother, Albert and Gabrielle Lallemand. Awarded by the Schulich School of Music Scholarships Committee to a Music student in financial need. Preference is given to a student in the Jazz Performance program.
Estimated value: $1,500.
Established in 2001 through a generous bequest by Mildred Largie. Awarded by the Schulich School of Music Scholarships Committee to an outstanding student studying Piano.
Estimated value: $1,000.
Established in 1988 by the Guttman family in honour of Mr. Lewis Lutter, a loyal and devoted associate of many years of Progress Brand Clothes, Inc. and his wife, Millie Lutter. Awarded by the Schulich School of Music to assist a talented student in the School who is in financial need.
Estimated value: $900.
To be given to an undergraduate or graduate student who is specializing in either the performance or history of early music. Established by the contributions of the family, friends and colleagues of the late Gian Lyman, a distinguished graduate of McGill's Faculty of Music, who died on April 22, 1974.
Estimated value: $1,500.
Established in 1996 by his wife Helen, family and friends. Prof. Mackey served the Faculty of Music for over 30 years and his passionate interest was in the field of church music. Awarded by the Schulich School of Music Scholarships Committee to an organ student who demonstrates a particular interest in church music.
Estimated value: $500.
To be given to students entering the upper years of the Bachelor of Music course. Founded in 1953 by the family of the late Mrs. R.J. Magor.
Value: tuition fees each.
Presented upon graduation to a distinguished student for excellence and high academic standing. Preference given to women students.
Value: $150.
Awarded by the Schulich School of Music Scholarships Committee to an outstanding student in the Opera program. Endowed with donations from Opera McGill patrons.
Value: minimum $400.
Awarded to a student in the Schulich School of Music. Preference given to Voice students, full- and part-time. Established in 1984 by friends and former students of Mrs. Millar who was a singing instructor in the Faculty of Music from the mid 1930s until 1963.
Value: $1,200.
Awarded annually to a deserving student in the Schulich School of Music for excellence in performance and/or composition. Established in 1988 through a generous gift from Frank Mills, a former student of the Faculty.
Estimated value: $1,500.
Awarded to an outstanding student in the Schulich School of Music. Established in 1990 through a bequest from Dorothy E.M. Fairbairn in memory of her father.
Estimated value: $3,000.
Established in 2010 through the bequest of Dorothy Morton for an outstanding student who is studying Piano at the Schulich School of Music. Awarded by the Schulich School of Music Scholarships Committee.
Value: minimum $500.
Established in 2009 by a gift from David Moyse, local philanthropist and life-long student of the guitar. Awarded to outstanding guitar students at the Schulich School of Music of McGill University. Awarded by the Schulich School of Music Scholarships Committee.
Value: minimum $2,000.
Awarded by the Schulich School of Music Scholarships Committee to a full-time undergraduate student in Music in good standing and in financial need.
To be given to a graduate or undergraduate trumpet student. Established by Donna in memory of Dave Nutting, a former Faculty of Music student and McGill jazz band member, and Montreal classical and commercial trumpet player.
Estimated value: $1,000.
Established in 1996 by Oxford Frozen Foods of Oxford, Nova Scotia to recognize the significant contribution to music made by two of Oxford's citizens: Llaina Donkin, a local piano teacher who dedicated her life to music, and John Grew, a former student of Mrs. Donkin, who became a professor and Dean of the Faculty of Music at McGill. The award is open to students in the Schulich School of Music and awarded by the Schulich School of Music Scholarships Committee with preference to students from the Maritime provinces.
Value: $1,800.
Awarded by the Schulich School of Music Scholarships Committee to a B.Mus. or B.Ed. student in Music Education who displays a high degree of musical or pedagogical creativity. Established in 1999 from the proceeds of a concert featuring the works of Donald Patriquin, a professor in the Faculty of Music from 1965 to 1996, and from royalties from his McGill recordings.
Value: $250.
Established in 2010 by Stephen M. Algie, in memory of his beloved wife, the legendary Canadian-Bulgarian Contralto, Mariana Paunova. A graduate of the Warsaw Conservatory and Santa Cecilia/San Pietro a Majella in Piano, Mariana Paunova received her training at McGill in Voice with Maestra Dina-Maria Narici and her Opera Studio training with Edith and Luciano della Pergola. Mariana Paunova sang on the major international opera and concert stages throughout the world, establishing herself as one of the leading singers of her generation. Awarded by the Schulich School of Music Scholarships Committee to an exceptional Voice student. Preference given to students from Eastern Europe and Slavic countries.
Value: varies.
Established in 1921 by the University and by friends, graduates and students of the Schulich School of Music.
Estimated value: $1,500.
Established in 2006 by the Maurice Pollack Foundation. Awarded by the Schulich School of Music to a talented undergraduate student in a degree program in Music.
Value: $3,000.
To be given to a Composition student, undergraduate or graduate, who is a Canadian citizen. Established by La Fondation les Amis de l'Art and given in alternating years to McGill and l'Université de Montréal. Available to McGill students in odd-numbered years.
Value: $500.
Established in 2002 by New Amera Transit Inc. to recognize an exceptional student who is specializing in either the performance or history of early music. Awarded by the Schulich School of Music Scholarships Committee.
Estimated value: $500.
Established in 1999 for a deserving undergraduate or graduate student in financial need, from the opera training programme. Awarded by the Schulich School of Music Scholarships Committee.
Established by a bequest from Natalie R. Sheinberg, L.Mus. 1943, in memory of her parents. Available to any full-time student in a degree or diploma program in Music.
Value: $300.
Established in 2005 by Elizabeth Taylor Rossinger, M.S.W. 1951, for an outstanding undergraduate student who has completed at least one year in the Bachelor of Music program. Awarded on the basis of high academic standing by the Schulich School of Music Scholarships Committee.
Value: $2,000.
Established in 2007 with a gift from Elizabeth A. Wirth, B.A. 1964 and the Wirth family. Professor Ross-Neill was Director of Opera McGill from 1993 until 2006 and enjoyed a long and successful career as singer, coach and accompanist on the international stage. In 2003, Dixie Ross-Neill and her husband, Voice Professor William Neill received OPERA CANADA's prestigious “Ruby” Award recognizing them for professional excellence and outstanding lifetime achievement in the field of Opera, Vocal Training and Education. As awarded by the Schulich School of Music Scholarships Committee to an outstanding full-time undergraduate student in the Opera or Voice program.
Estimated value: $5,000.
Established in 2001 through a generous bequest by Simonne Gagnon Champagne-Saueressig, in memory of her husband, for outstanding students having completed at least one year in a degree program in Music. Awarded on the basis of high academic standing by the Schulich School of Music Scholarships Committee.
Estimated value: $1,800.
Established in 1997 by a bequest from the late Dr. Samuel Schecter in memory of his parents, Rachel and Benjamin Schecter. Awarded by the Schulich School of Music Scholarships Committee to any full-time student in a degree or diploma program in Music.
Value: $3,600.
To be given to a Voice student in the Schulich School of Music. Established by Mrs. Zitta Hoenich in memory of her sister.
Value: $250.
Established in 2005 through an exceptional gift by Canadian philanthropist Seymour Schulich. Awarded by the Schulich School of Music Scholarships Committee to talented students in an undergraduate, graduate or diploma program. Holders of these scholarships are designated Schulich Scholars.
Undergraduate: Estimated value: $5,000; renewable.
Graduate: Estimated value: $10,000; renewable.
Awarded to qualified students in all degree and diploma programs in Music who require financial assistance to complete their studies.
Available to all incoming undergraduate and graduate students in a degree or diploma program in Music. Awarded on recommendation of the Department of Performance and the Department of Theory.
Value: $2,000 each.
Awarded to outstanding students in the McGill Symphony Orchestra, based upon recommendation of biannual audition panels and the recommendation of the conductor.
Value: $250, $500, $750, $1,000.
Available to undergraduate and graduate students in a degree or diploma program in Music. The fund originated through the generosity of patrons of the Martlet Concert and Ball which took place in April 1960. Subsequently many former students and friends of the Schulich School of Music have contributed to the fund.
Value: tuition fees each.
Established in 1992 by the University to provide awards based on academic achievement to students in the top 5% of the School. Granted by the Schulich School of Music Scholarships Committee to equalize the value of awards to students of comparable standing. Awards range in value from $100 to the level of the major entrance scholarships, in increments of $100.
Established in 1999 by the family of the late Bennie Schwartz, a friend of the University. Awarded by the Schulich School of Music Scholarships Committee to a talented and deserving student in the School.
Value: minimum $200.
Established in 2002 in the name of Senate to honour Principal Bernard Shapiro on his retirement and to acknowledge his deep love of music. To be presented upon graduation to an undergraduate student in the Department of Theory for excellence in his/her program of study. Awarded by the Schulich School of Music Scholarships Committee upon recommendation of the Department.
Value: $500.
Established in 2002 by faculty, alumni, family and friends in honour of Phyllis and Bernard J. Shapiro. Dr. Bernard J. Shapiro was the Principal and Vice-Chancellor of McGill University from 1994 to December 2002. Awarded by the Schulich School of Music Scholarships Committee to an undergraduate student in instrumental performance.
Value: minimum $5,000.
Established in 2002 by faculty, alumni, family and friends in honour of Phyllis and Bernard J. Shapiro. Dr. Bernard J. Shapiro was the Principal and Vice-Chancellor of McGill University from 1994 to December 2002. Awarded by the Schulich School of Music Scholarships Committee to an undergraduate student in Opera/Voice Performance.
Value: minimum $5,000.
To be given to a Voice student, preferably full-time. Established in June 1971 by the family and friends of the late Laurie Robin Slapcoff.
Value: $800.
Established in 1998 by a bequest from Zoya Solod. Awarded by the Schulich School of Music Scholarships Committee to an outstanding undergraduate or graduate Piano student.
Estimated value: $1,200.
Calder Spanier was a popular jazz sax and composition student at McGill who subsequently went on to tour Europe, Asia and North America, first as a busker and later as a Blue Note recording artist. This prize, established by family and friends, is to be given by the Schulich School of Music to a talented music student who demonstrates commitment to performing and composing in a range of musical styles.
Value: minimum $400.
Established in 2004 by E. Noel Spinelli, C.M., a devoted supporter of the Schulich School of Music and a lover of opera and vocal music. Awarded by the Schulich School of Music Scholarships Committee to an outstanding student in the Opera/Vocal area.
Estimated value: $200.
Established in 2005 by family and friends of Andrew Svoboda, B.Mus. 2000 with distinction, M.Mus. 2004, doctoral candidate at Columbia, a promising composer who passed away suddenly on December 29, 2004 at the age of 27. Awarded by the Schulich School of Music Scholarships Committee to an outstanding undergraduate or graduate student in music composition.
Value: minimum $1,000.
Awarded to a student in Music Education based on excellence and high academic standing. Endowed by Prof. A. Lloyd Thompson, retired professor of Mechanical Engineering at McGill, in memory of his father, George Allan Thompson and of his son, George Ker Thompson, B.Mus. (Mus.Ed.) 1978.
Value: $300.
Established in 1993 by Nancy H. Turner, a friend of the University, who has sustained a long-time interest in choral and musical theatre. Awarded to undergraduate students in the Schulich School of Music who have satisfactory academic standing and need financial assistance. Awards are made by the Schulich School of Music Scholarships Committee and the number and amounts of awards are based on the individual circumstances of candidates.
Established in 2007 by a graduate in memory of his beloved wife. A self-taught pianist, she and her husband shared a great love of music. The award is open to one or more outstanding students in the Performance area, all instruments including Voice at the Schulich School of Music and awarded by the Schulich School of Music Scholarships Committee.
Value: minimum $2,000 each.
Awarded for excellence in organ performance and/or choral conducting. Established in 1991, from the proceeds of a benefit concert held on March 1, 1991, in honour of Gerald Wheeler, Director of Music at the Christ Church Cathedral, harpsichordist for the McGill Chamber Orchestra and instructor in Church Music at McGill.
Value: $350.
Established in 2011 through the bequest of Peter A. White. Awarded to three outstanding first-year students at the Schulich School of Music of McGill University. Awarded by the Schulich School of Music Scholarships Committee to a string student, a voice student, and a piano student.
Value: $1,250 each.
Established in 2002 by Elizabeth Wirth, B.A. 1964, in honour of Lisl Wirth, for an outstanding undergraduate student specializing in Opera/Vocal performance. Awarded on the basis of high academic standing by the Schulich School of Music Scholarships Committee.
Value: minimum $2,500.
Established in 2007 by graduate Elizabeth Wirth, B.A. 1964, a member of the Schulich School of Music Advisory Board and a longtime supporter of Music at McGill. With deep roots in the Austrian culture and a passion for Music, the Wirth family has been among the School's strongest supporters. Awarded by the Schulich School of Music Scholarships Committee to an outstanding full-time undergraduate student in the Brass area.
Estimated value: $5,000.
For high academic standing to an undergraduate student having completed at least one year of the B.Mus. program.
Value: varies.
Established in 2003 by Beverley Tarr (Gowe), B.Ed. 1958, and David Tarr, B.A. 1961, in honour and memory of their sister, Valerie Wood, who passed away on April 21, 2003. Valerie founded bellringer choirs as Music Director of two churches in Montreal and served as President of the Ontario Guild of English Handbell Ringers from 1997-99. Awarded to an outstanding student who has completed at least one year of an undergraduate degree program in the Schulich School of Music. Awarded by the Schulich School of Music Scholarships Committee on the basis of academic standing.
Value: minimum $1,500.
To be presented upon graduation to an undergraduate student in the Department of Performance for excellence in music performance. Established in 1996 by Mrs. Freda Berger, Mr. David Berger and the Honourable Mr. Justice Ronald L. Berger in memory of Bertha Salsinger Tani and Victor Tani.
Value: medal plus $500.
