After a careful review of 54 applicants from 23 countries, our preliminary jury has selected these 11 talented organists to move forward to the semi-final rounds of the 2024 Canadian International Organ Competition! This group of musicians represents… [more]
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An announcement you don’t want to miss!
With every passing week, we draw closer to the highly anticipated 6th edition of the Canadian International Organ Competition. Just this month, our preliminary jury gathered in Montreal for the first round of the competition, and after careful consideration, the distinguished jurors… [more]
The Bach-Mobile at the OSM!
Mark your calendars for the weekend of March 23 and 24, as the Orchestre Symphonique de Montréal puts the spotlight on the Grand Orgue Pierre-Béique. Enjoy a series of organ concerts showcasing… [more]
See which renowned organist is joining the 2024 jury!
Enjoy this performance of David Hurd’s Suite for Organ by Jonathan Oldengarm, winner of the Royal Canadian College of Organists Prize at the 2008 Canadian International Organ Competition. The performance was recorded at… [more]
A tribute to a renowned Canadian organist
With playing described as having “bracing virtuosity” (Chicago Classical Review) and being “fearless and extraordinary” (Amarillo-Globe News), Isabelle Demers has enraptured critics, presenters, and audience members around the globe. She has appeared in concert… [more]
Préparez-vous à une année exceptionnelle au CIOC !
À l’aube de la nouvelle année, nous sommes impatients d’entreprendre le voyage musical qui nous attend. Nous avons hâte de vous présenter de nouveaux événements uniques, de partager la beauté de la musique d’orgue et d’être les témoins des talents extraordinaires qui se produiront à l’automne lors du Concours international d’orgue du Canada. Préparez-vous à une année remplie de… [plus]
See what 2024 at the CIOC has to offer!
As we usher in the New Year, we’re filled with anticipation for the musical journey that lies ahead. We can’t wait to bring you more unique events, share the beauty of organ music, and witness the extraordinary talents that will grace the stage in the upcoming Canadian International Organ Competition in the fall. Get ready for a year filled with… [more]
Looking back on a wonderful year!
As 2023 comes to a close, we would like to extend our heartfelt appreciation for your support over the past year. It is thanks to your generosity and belief in our mission that we have so many incredible… [more]
Discover a performance by a CIOC jury member!
As we enter the holiday season, we at the CIOC would like to extend our heartfelt appreciation for your support, which has played a pivotal role in enabling us to advance our mission of promoting the pipe organ and its music to audiences across Canada and around the world. This has been an incredible year… [more]
‘Tis the season of giving!
As we enter the festive season, we would like to extend our sincere gratitude to all of the generous donors who are supporting us this Giving Tuesday. It is through your generosity that… [more]