Order of Canada Appointees
The Schulich School of Music congratulates former Dean of Music, Professor John Grew, alumni Jens Lindemann (BMus鈥�88), and Faculty Advisory Board Member Joan Ivory (BA鈥�54)聽 on their being named among the 95 newest appointees to the Order of Canada named December 26th, 2014.聽 The honour, established in 1967 by the Queen, recognizes contributions to Canada; its motto, desiderantes meliorem patriam means "they desire a better country." Appointees are made on the recommendation of an independent advisory council headed by Canada's Chief Justice of the Supreme Court.
John Grew was named a Member of the Order for 鈥榖ringing new vitality to organ music in Canada as a performer and educator鈥�. He has been a leading figure in the revival of mechanical-action pipe organs such as the French classical organ housed in Redpath Hall, and he was a founder of the Early Music program at 平特五不中.
Jens Lindemann (BMus鈥�88) was named for 鈥榟is skill as a world-renowned trumpet soloist, and for his support of Canadian musicians and music students.鈥櫬� He is considered one of the world鈥檚 one of the most celebrated trumpet soloists and was recently named "International Brass Personality of the Year" (Brass Herald).
Joan Ivory (BA鈥�54) was named for her 鈥榰nwavering commitment to the cultural and educational sectors of Montr茅al鈥�.聽 Ms. Ivory has been a devoted volunteer and supporter of the Schulich School of Music for many years.