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Scholarship
Recipient Report
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Message from Wonny Song
Director of Artistic Innovation and Strategic Initiatives
When a student chooses the Orford Music Academy, they get access to the highest quality training alongside experienced mentors and a welcoming community that encourages intellectual curiosity and creativity. Our goal is for each young talent to find its place and reach its full potential.
For an emerging musician, receiving a scholarship is significant, as it is a recognition of past efforts whilst also a sign of confidence in their future.
We would like to thank our donors, who provide essential support to the promising new generation in classical music! We invite you to browse this page to learn more about the impact of your donations.
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The Orford Music Scholarship Fund
In 2026, over $207,124 in scholarships were distributed to 236 students.
The Orford Music Scholarship Fund allows talented up-and-coming musicians to benefit from an education at the height of their talent, regardless of their means. Your contribution directly lowers students’ costs and pays the sometimes significant costs associated with such a large-scale program.
I thank you from the bottom of my heart for your invaluable support. Your investment in my musical education will significantly impact my future as an artist.
– Sebastian, viola
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Donations that go a long way
Anne-Renée Bouchard attended the Academy in 2026, where she had the opportunity to study with Denis Bluteau and participate in the D’jaz-ique Improvisation Workshop. Watch the video to learn more about her experience!
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Scholarships that make a difference
Gillian Derer attended the Academy in 2022 and enjoyed a master class with seasoned flutist Alexa Still. Learn more about her experience by watching this video!
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Did you know…
66 master classes and 9 workshops were held at the 2026 Orford Music Academy, under the tutelage of 74 faculty members and 17 collaborative pianists.
2026 Academy scholarship fund donors
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- Adrienne Beaudoin
- Claire Bourassa
- Congrégation de Notre-Dame du Québec
- Fondation J.A. Bombardier
- Fondation Azrieli
- Fondation J.A. DeSève
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- Fondation Martin Milot
- Fondation Père Lindsay
- Fondation Pierre Desmarais Belvédère
- Fondation Sibylla Hesse
- Hautot Construction inc
- Jane Jenson
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- Louise Penny
- Maurice Colette
- Pierre Bernard
- Roger Desbiens
- Sally Lloyd
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Did you know…
In 2026, more than 67 % of our 414 Academy students were scholarship recipients!
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Orford Music Academy is…
…located in Quebec’s beautiful Eastern Townships. Since 1951, we have sought to provide excellent classical music training programs. Our faculty is composed of world-renowned artists and teachers. We offer emerging musicians from Canada and around the world a safe and unforgettable learning experience with inspiring mentors and colleagues.
I appreciated my teacher’s insightful musical guidance and practical suggestions. The workshop was inspiring and supportive, and it made my experience at the Academy both rewarding and motivating.
- Student
Orford Music Academy was an absolutely transformative experience that I feel has changed the trajectory of my life for the better.
- Student
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Music at the heart of the community
Orford Music is committed to forging links between music and the local community by creating stimulating cultural mediation projects. Its goal is to promote the many benefits of music by reaching out to a greater number of people and making the world of music more accessible to the general public.