Matt Haimovitz

Renowned as a musical pioneer, multi-Grammy-nominated cellist MATT HAIMOVITZ is praised by The New York Times as a “ferociously talented cellist who brings his megawatt sound and uncommon expressive gifts to a vast variety of styles” and by The New Yorker as “remarkable virtuoso” who “never turns in a predictable performance.” He brings a fresh ear to familiar repertoire, champions new music, and initiates groundbreaking collaborations, as well as creating innovative recording projects. In addition to his touring schedule, Haimovitz mentors an award-winning studio of young cellists at the Schulich School of Music of McGill University in Montreal and is the first-ever John Cage Fellow at The New School’s Mannes School of Music in New York City.

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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.