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Canadian composer Kelly-Marie Murphy’s music has been performed around the world by outstanding soloists and ensembles, and broadcast on radio in more than 22 countries. Photo by Kamara Morozuk.

Newswire | WSO Announces Kelly-Marie Murphy as New Composer-in-Residence

By Newswire on 28 January 2026 Arts Industry, Canadian Music, Chamber Music, Employment, Newswire, West

(January 19, 2026 – Winnipeg, MB) – The Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra (WSO) is delighted to announce the appointment of award-winning Canadian composer Kelly-Marie Murphy as its new Composer-in-Residence, beginning with the 2026/27 season. A leading figure in Canada’s contemporary music scene, Dr. Murphy becomes the fourth composer to hold the position in the WSO’s history. “I am often amazed by my own good fortune,” shares Dr. Murphy. “I am honoured and excited to be the next Composer-in-Residence with the WSO. I feel like I’ve grown up with the orchestra during its New Music Festivals over the years, and this appointment brings it…

James Anagnoson (left) & Barry Shiffman (right)

Newswire | The Royal Conservatory of Music Announces Leadership Transition at The Glenn Gould School

By Newswire on 28 January 2026 Arts Industry, Classical Music, Employment, Newswire, Toronto

TORONTO, January 23, 2026—The Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM) announced today that James Anagnoson will be stepping back from his duties as Dean of its post-secondary performance training school, The Glenn Gould School (GGS), effective this summer. Having held the position since 2007, Anagnoson will refocus his efforts on teaching and mentorship as the new Director of The Glenn Gould School Piano Department, while continuing as a key member of GGS’s piano faculty. He will also oversee the Piano Master Class Program at GGS. In recognition of the remarkable role he has played in elevating GGS to a highly respected and sought-after music school, Anagnoson will become Dean Emeritus when he leaves his current position. Barry Shiffman, Associate Dean and…

Newswire | Les Violons du Roy and La Chapelle de Québec Announce Departure of Laurent Patenaude

By Newswire on 20 January 2026 Arts Industry, Classical Music, Employment, Montreal, Newswire

Quebec City, January 19, 2026 – Les Violons du Roy and La Chapelle de Québec announce with emotion the departure of Laurent Patenaude, Director of Artistic Administration, who is embarking on a new career challenge, details of which will be announced shortly. After nearly 28 years of collaboration, Laurent Patenaude has left his mark on our organization. A viola player by training and a graduate of the Conservatoire de musique du Québec à Montréal, he joined the organization in 1997 as Director of Artistic Personnel after serving as a substitute musician. Since then, he has passionately supported the development of…

Left courtesy of the Foundation of Greater Montréal, right courtesy of Jonathan Allard

Newswire | Luc Rabouin Announced as President and CEO of Foundation of Greater Montréal

By Newswire on 13 January 2026 Arts Industry, Employment, Montreal, Newswire, Philanthropy

Montréal, January 9, 2026 –The Foundation of Greater Montréal (FGM) is pleased to announce that Mr. Luc Rabouin will join the organization as its next President and CEO. He will officially assume his duties on January 19. “I am thrilled to become a part of the Foundation of Greater Montréal’s team. FGM is an outstanding organization and a philanthropic leader in Montreal, but also across Quebec and Canada. Through its commitments towards responsible and impact investing or trust-based philanthropy, for example, the Foundation promotes deeply-held values that are also mine. I cannot wait to get to work and pursue my…

Newswire | Curtis Appoints Internationally Acclaimed Violist and Alumna Teng Li to Faculty

By Newswire on 18 December 2025 Arts Industry, Classical Music, Employment, Newswire, Strings

PHILADELPHIA, PA—December 18, 2025—Curtis Institute of Music is excited to announce the appointment of globally renowned violist and alumna Teng Li (’05) to its performance faculty, effective in the 2026–27 school year. Li, principal viola of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and a founding member of the Rosamunde String Quartet—part of the Curtis Artist Management roster—will join Curtis’ faculty beginning fall of 2026. As a seasoned orchestral and chamber music artist, and a celebrated soloist, Li further deepens the perspectives available to students. Her expertise also strengthens the school’s unique team-teaching model, ensuring students can benefit from multiple viewpoints. Not only does this help…

Photo: Mikel Ponce

Newswire | Houston Grand Opera Names James Gaffigan as Next Music Director

By Newswire on 7 November 2025 Arts Industry, Employment, Newswire, Opera

HOUSTON—November 6, 2025—Houston Grand Opera (HGO) today announces the appointment of American conductor James Gaffigan as the fifth Music Director in the company’s 70-year history. As reported in the New York Times, Gaffigan will lead the company alongside General Director and CEO Khori Dastoor, advancing HGO’s commitment to sharing world-class artistic excellence with audiences in Houston and across the globe. Beginning his term as Music Director Designate in the 2026-27 season, Gaffigan will assume the role of Music Director in the 2027-28 season. A rarity among American conductors for his rise to prominence in the esteemed houses and concert halls of Europe, Gaffigan is in…

Newswire | Calgary Philharmonic Announces New Collective Bargaining Agreement

By Newswire on 7 October 2025 Arts Industry, Employment, West

Calgary AB (October 1, 2025) — The Calgary Philharmonic Society, together with the Calgary Philharmonic Players Association (CPPA), and Calgary Musicians Association (Local 547 American Federation of Musicians of the United States and Canada), are pleased to announce a new three-year collective bargaining agreement for the 2025/2026, 2026/2027, and 2027/2028 seasons. This new agreement demonstrates our shared commitment to strengthening the Calgary Phil, building on our current momentum and success, and deepening our service to the community. “We are excited to come to this agreement with our management and appreciate our organization’s meaningful investment in the musicians,” says Nikolette LaBonte,…

Newswire | Scott Tresham Appointed as Symphony Nova Scotia’s New CEO

By Newswire on 30 September 2025 Arts Industry, Employment, Newswire

Halifax/Kjipuktuk, NS – After an extensive nationwide search, Symphony Nova Scotia, one of the province’s leading arts organizations, is pleased to announce the appointment of Scott Tresham as Chief Executive Officer, effective October 6, 2025. He succeeds Chris Wilkinson, who retired from the position at the end of June. Scott Tresham is a seasoned arts administrator with over three decades of professional experience in the classical music sector. He has guided purpose-led change at some of Canada’s foremost cultural institutions – including the creative reimagining of flagship events and legacy partnerships at the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC) and the strategic transformation of…

(L to R) Roseline Blain, Léa Moisan-Perrier, François Ouimet, and Josée Fortin

Alliance Chorale du Québec: Round-Table Discussion on Choir Conducting

By Heather Weinreb on 25 February 2025 Arts Industry, Choral, Employment, Montreal, Vocal

On February 19, Alliance Chorale du Québec hosted a round-table discussion on choir conducting. Marc-Antoine d’Aragon moderated the discussion between choir conductors Roseline Blain, François Ouimet, Josée Fortin and Léa Moisan-Perrier. The ins and outs of the life of a choir conductor—from negotiating proper salaries to finding work-life balance—were touched upon. Here are the key points of the discussion: A Role with Many Hats The discussion on the role of a choir conductor quickly turned into a discussion on the role of an artistic director. While a choir conductor is responsible for studying scores and communicating musical ideas in a…

Opera 5 Announces 2025 Portfolio Artist Internship Program Participants

By Newswire on 23 January 2025 Arts Industry, Classical Music, Education, Employment, Newswire, Opera, Toronto

TORONTO, ON – Today Opera 5 announces the 8 singers who will join the Portfolio Artist Internship Program for the 2025 Toronto Opera Festival, in partnership with Opera McGill and the Schulich School of Music. The Portfolio Artist Internship is an innovative new approach to artist training designed to support individuals pursuing a portfolio career: a multi-faceted path, artistic or otherwise, simultaneously. The internship provides three levels of learning opportunities: performance, professional skills development, and secondary artistic/administrative skills. The 2025 interns include Kyle Briscoe, Jayden Burrows, Len Crino, Kate Fogg, Brenna McFarland, Maddelena Ohrbach, MacKenzie Sechi, and Emma Yee. For more information on these artists, click…

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