McGill-UdeM Piano-Vocal Arts Residency is a one-of-a-kind program designed for high-level pianists who specialize in collaborating and working with singers.

As a core part of their residency, pianists participate in several masterclass sessions with leading international artists and experts in the field of vocal arts. During these intensive sessions, guest masters – singers, pianists, conductors and coaches – work with the resident pianists on a wide range of repertoire, styles and specializations.

Pianists take part in several public performances throughout their residency, both on- and off-campus, and with a range of singing partners. Several of these performances are presented in collaboration with some of the leading cultural institutions in Canada, including the Chapelle historique du Bon-Pasteur and the Concours musical international de Montréal.

Thanks to an exceptional philanthropic commitment from the Azrieli Foundation, all pianists accepted to the program receive both a full academic scholarship and a generous living stipend. In addition, upon successful completion of the program, residents receive a career development grant which can be used to underwrite projects in the vocal arts, such as further training at an internationally recognized workshop, academy or internship, performance activities, concert tours, or recording projects.