Orford Music Award
The Orford Music Award is a competition taking place once every two years. Young artists need to stand out on stage by presenting their musical projects to win prestigious prizes.
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The Future is Bright
This coveted prize offers a unique stepping stone to the most promising artists of the new generation. The aim is to reward the creativity of their artistic proposal, the excellence of their performance, and the quality of their stage presence. Our team will accompany them throughout the process until the creation of their concert.
Among the selected finalists, two individuals will be chosen in a finale in front of a jury and will move on to the next step. Then, it will all conclude with an electrifying duel, where the public’s vote will determine the winner.
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Do you want to apply for the Orford Music Award? If so, click here to view the application page.
Prizes awarded in 2026
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1st Prize (public’s vote)
Value of $15,000
- $8,000 cash prize – Presented by the Municipality of Orford
- Invitation to participate in the prestigious 2027 Orford Music Festival
- Full scholarship for a one-week stay at the Orford Music Academy or artist residencies in 2027
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2nd Prize
Value of $5,000
- $4,000 in cash – Presented by Claude Omann
- Full scholarship for a one-week stay at the Orford Music Academy or artist residencies in 2027
Discover the finalists of the 2026 edition!
Finalists
DuoKAN - Kannan Bloor et Christina Kant
Saxophone and harp
University of Toronto
Juliette Leclerc
Cello
Conservatoire de musique de Montréal
McGill University
Kiran Steele
Percussions
Mount Allison University
Western University
Alex Aranzabal
Cello
New England Conservatory
Winners of the 2024 Edition
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First place
Mariya Orlenko, piano
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Second place
Amelia Keenan, mezzo-soprano
Winners of the 2022 Edition
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First place
Henry From, piano
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Second place
Danielle Greene, violin
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Third Place
Victoria Wong, piano
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People’s Choice Award
Henry From, piano
Winners of the 2021 Edition
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First place
Poom Prommachart, piano
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Second place
Matt Dupont, harp
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Third Place
Abby Walsh, violin
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People’s Choice Award
Abby Walsh, violin
Winners of the 2020 Edition
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First place
Isabella D’Éloize Perron, violon
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Second place
Noël Wan, harp
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Third Place
Jessica Walsh, piano
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People’s Choice Award
Isabella D’Éloize Perron, violin