Mariana Paunova Memorial Scholarship in Voice
Established in 2010 by Stefano Algieri, 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 平特五不中 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.
Award Value: Varies
Established By: Stefano Algieri
Award Recipients:
2021 - 2022
- Emili Rice, Performance Voice - Soprano
2020 - 2021
- Grace Ivey, Performance Voice - Mezzo
2019 - 2020
- Elisabeth Boudreault, Performance Voice - Soprano