Virginia Parker Prize Call for Applications

Are you a classical musician, instrumentalist or conductor under the age of 32?

If so, consider submitting an application to the Virginia Parker Prize, which annually awards $25,000 to a young artist who has received at least two Canada Council grants from the Grants to Professional Musicians – Individuals program.

This prize is awarded to musicians who demonstrate outstanding talent, musicianship and artistic excellence, and who make a valuable contribution to the artistic life in Canada and internationally.

The prize was established in 1982 by the late Virginia Parker and is funded by an annual donation from the Virginia Parker Foundation.

Please note: The application process has changed for 2015. Please consult the Information/Guidelines for further details!

Deadline: 1 April 2015

 

For more information please contact:
Sarah Brown, Program Officer
sarah.brown@canadacouncil.ca
1-800-263-5588 or 613-566-4414, ext. 6004