Graham Sommer Competition launched

The first edition of the Graham Sommer Competition for Young Composers is open to Canadian composers under 35 years of age.

This national competition includes prizes ranging from $5,000-$15,000 along with a concert premiere of the selected works.

Find out more

Welcome to Music at McGill

I'd like to extend a warm welcome to students, faculty and staff at the start of the new academic year. Take advantage of our wonderfully diverse community, and the opportunity to engage with the many facets of music. Best wishes to you all!

Brenda Ravenscroft, Dean

Meet the Dean

Attend a music event

2017-18 music event calendar now online

Join us for another exceptional year of music making and discovery with our students, faculty and international guest artists.

Reserve your tickets now for the 2017-2018 season!

View upcoming events

In memory of Eleanor Stubley

Our community is mourning the loss of beloved music professor Eleanor Stubley, who died in August.

Eleanor was an accomplished choral conductor and an engaging scholar with a deeply creative spirit. As Associate Dean of Graduate Studies in Music, she was a tireless and innovative advocate for our students.

Learn more

McGill Clarinet Day

Clarinet enthusiasts of all ages and levels are invited to join us on October 21st for McGill's 1st annual Clarinet Day!

It's a day of classes, workshops and recitals with McGill's clarinet faculty and invited guests.

Register online

Fall 2017 Open House

If you're thinking of applying to a music program at McGill, come spend a day with us on October 29th, 2017!

Join a masterclass, take a tour, and talk with students, faculty and staff.

Sign up for Open House