2024 Academy
Guillaume Sutre achieved remarkable success from an early age, winning the prestigious Alberto Curci International Violin Competition in Naples, Italy, and the International Piano Trio ARD Competition in Munich, both while he was just eighteen years old. His list of accolades and awards continued to grow, with highlights including first prizes at the European Chamber Music Competition FNAPEC in 1989, the Fischoff Chamber Music Competition in the USA in 1990, and the Prix de la Fondation Charles Oulmont in 1989. In 1999, he received the distinguished honor of being named Chevalier of the Order of Arts and Letters by the French government.
During your stay at Orford Music, you will create unforgettable memories while evolving into the artist you aspire to be. Orford Music’s master classes are unique opportunities to work on your goals with the mentors of your choice.
The master classes include the following elements:
- Master classes or individual lessons lasting 2.5 hours per week
- Group activities (master class, Q&A sessions, technical lessons)
- Opportunity to perform in student concerts
- Opportunity to perform in paid concerts
- Access to a collaborative pianist
- Networking activities with faculty members and the student community
- Access to conferences on various topics related to a career in music (e.g., mental health, collaboration between artistic disciplines, stage presence development, etc.)
- Accommodation in one of our two residences
- Three meals a day, as well as full access to a kitchen and common areas
- Rehearsal studios equipped with pianos (available from 6AM to 11PM)
- Housekeeping, laundry facilities (for a fee), parking, and free Wi-Fi
- Free tickets to concerts at the Gilles-Lefebvre Hall (subject to availability)
- Opportunity to explore the beautiful landscapes of Mont-Orford National Park, the majestic Lake Memphremagog, and the tourist activities in the city of Magog
Please note that all COVID-19 measures established by the Gouvernement du Québec will be followed.
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