Press Releases

Montréal, Tuesday, September 12, 2017 – The CMIM (Concours musical international de Montréal) is extremely pleased to announce that pianist and composer Alain Lefèvre will act as honorary patron of its annual event. Attracting some of the world’s most promising young singers, pianists and violinists, the CMIM’s next edition will be held from May 27 to June 7 and is dedicated to Voice. 

Montreal, Friday, May 12, 2017 – The First Prize winner of the CMIM (Concours musical international de Montréal) 2017 piano edition, Hungarian Zoltán Fejévári, and three past First Prize winners of the CMIM—soprano Measha Brueggergosman (2002), pianist Serhiy Salov (2004) and violinist Benjamin Beilman (2010)—performed for a full house at the Maison symphonique. They were accompanied by the Orchestre symphonique de Montréal (OSM) led by conductor Claus Peter Flor. The gala highlighted the competition’s 15th anniversary and Montreal’s 375th. For this occasion, several key Montréal figures were in attendance, including CMIM spokesperson Robert Charlebois, actress Anne Dorval, and musician and host Grégory Charles.

Montréal, Wednesday, May 10, 2017 – Following ten days of intense high-level competition, the CMIM (Concours musical international de Montréal) culminated this evening with the announcement of the top three prizewinners of its 2017 piano edition. The First Prize winner will perform at the gala on May 12 with the Orchestre symphonique de Montréal (OSM) led by guest conductor Claus Peter Flor. The gala will also highlight CMIM’s 15th and Montreal’s 375th anniversaries by featuring performances with three former First Prize winners: soprano Measha Brueggergosman (2002), pianist Serhiy Salov (2004) and violinist Benjamin Beilman (2010). Key Montreal figures will be in attendance including the Mayor of Montréal Denis Coderre and CMIM spokesperson Robert Charlebois. It promises to be an exceptional evening!

Montréal, Monday, May 8, 2017 – The semifinals of the CMIM (Concours musical international de Montréal) came to a close last night as the jury selected six pianists from five countries to compete in the finals. Each finalist will perform one of the great concertos of the repertoire at the Maison symphonique on May 9 and 10, with the Orchestre symphonique de Montréal (OSM) led by guest conductor Claus Peter Flor.

Montréal, May 5, 2017 – The CMIM (Concours musical international de Montréal) announces the names of the 12 pianists from nine countries competing in the semifinals on May 6 and 7 at Bourgie Hall of the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts. The only Canadian, Teo Gheorghiu, wins de facto the $5,000 Award for the best Canadian artist offered by the Bourbeau Foundation. The six finalists will be announced following the last semifinal session on Sunday, May 7.

Montréal, May 1^st, 2017 – Following a random draw earlier today, the Concours musical international de Montréal officials reveal the order of appearance and detailed schedule for the 24 pianists participating in the first round at Bourgie Hall (Montreal Museum of Fine Arts). The semi-finalists will be announced following the last first round session on Thursday, May 4. Twelve pianists will be chosen for the semifinals and six for the finals.

Montreal, Thursday, April 27, 2017 – The festivities surrounding the 15^th anniversary of the CMIM (Concours musical international de Montréal) kicked off yesterday, April 26, with the sold-out presentation of Pianos en liberté, a piano improvisation concert by Jean-François Zygel, Bruno Fontaine, and Serhiy Salov. This unique event featured the world premiere of Concerto pour piano fantôme et orchestre by Canadian composer François Dompierre, as well as some improvisational sparring and a game of musical chairs by the three truly remarkable pianists!

The competition starts Tuesday, May 2 at Bourgie Hall (Montreal Museum of Fine Arts). 24 young pianists, 6 women and 18 men from 15 countries with an average age of 26, participate in the first round. 

Montreal, April 4, 2017 – Applications for the next Voice edition of the CMIM (Concours musical international de Montréal) taking place May 27 to June 7, 2018 are now open. Singers around the world born on January 1, 1983 or later are invited to apply by December 15, 2017. The online application form, as well the rules and conditions for participation and the required repertoire are all available on CMIM’s official website at concoursmontreal.ca/voice. Transportation and accommodations are offered to the candidates who are selected, in accordance with the terms of the Competition.

Montreal, Tuesday, March 28, 2017 – 2017 marks the 15^th anniversary of the CMIM (Concours musical international de Montréal), which is dedicated to piano this year. And of course, an anniversary is a reason to celebrate! This edition of the CMIM promises to be special in every way, while also highlighting the 375^th anniversary of the founding of Montreal and the 150^th anniversary of Canada. Here’s a look at this year’s anniversary edition.

Montreal, Tuesday, March 16, 2017 – The CMIM (Concours musical international de Montréal) is extremely pleased to announce that Montreal-born Robert Charlebois, a major Quebec star across all francophone cultures, will be the spokesperson for its 2017 Piano edition taking place from May 2 to 12.