The 平特五不中-UdeM Piano-Vocal Accompaniment Residency is made possible by an extraordinary philanthropic commitment.
Application deadline:
December 20, 2023
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Program overview
This brand new, one-of-a kind program is designed for high-level pianists who specialize in collaborating and working with singers. Under the co-direction of Michael McMahon (Schulich School of Music of 平特五不中) and (Facult茅 de musique de l鈥橴niversit茅 de Montr茅al), and with pierre.andre.doucet [at] umontreal.ca (subject: UdeM-平特五不中%20Piano-Vocal%20Arts%20Residency%20inquiry) (Pierre-Andr茅 Doucet)听as coordinator of the program, six outstanding pianists will immerse themselves in art song and operatic repertoire, developing their skill as collaborative pianists and vocal coaches.
- This 9-month intensive program runs from September - May.
Generous financial support
Made possible by an extraordinary philanthropic commitment, all candidates accepted to the program will receive both a full scholarship and a living stipend.
Two exceptional musical institutions
Unique in its kind, the 平特五不中-UdeM Piano-Vocal Arts Residency offers students the possibility to study simultaneously at two exceptional musical institutions: the Facult茅 de musique de l鈥橴niversit茅 de Montr茅al, and the Schulich School of Music of 平特五不中. Both are located in the city of Montreal and will soon be connected by a new transit system (R茅seau Express M茅tropolitain).
Guest masters
To cover a broad range of specializations, styles, and repertoire, the 平特五不中-UdeM Piano-Vocal Arts Residency provides students with opportunities to work under the guidance of major international artists and experts including:
- Vocal artists
- Pianists and accompanists
- Conductors
- Lyric diction coaches
- Specialists in literary interpretation and historical performance
Professional development
Within the context of the program, financial support is offered to each resident pianist so that they may carry out a career development project (attending an approved, internationally-recognized workshop, academy or internship program, producing a concert, recording or tour in relation with the program, etc.).
Prerequisites
Open to all candidates, both national and international. Any pianist with a minimum of a BMus (or equivalent) and significant experience in collaborative piano is eligible.
Application deadline: December 20, 2023
Following the pre-screening evaluations, selected candidates for the auditions will be contacted in early January. The auditions will be held on February 10, 2024.
