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The Walter Prystawski Prize
Annual prize supporting musical education
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Latest source updateLast Update: October 12, 2026Latest change: The 2027 competition timetable is now shown, including a March 1, 2027 application deadline.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: October 12, 2026
Latest change: The 2027 competition timetable is now shown, including a March 1, 2027 application deadline.
2027 application deadlines updated
The Application Deadlines page now shows the 2027 competition timetable instead of 2026. Nominations are due February 1, 2027, and the deadline for all applications and supporting materials is March 1, 2027 at 5 p.m. EST, with round one in March 2027 and final interviews in May or June 2027.
Overview
This annual prize provides $5,000 to support a young musician’s further education. It is intended to help broaden musical training and access rich cultural experiences.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Minimum amount : 5,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Activities funded
- Broadening musical education.
- Accessing cultural experiences.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Students.
- Young professional musicians.
Eligible expenses
- Musical education-related costs.
- Cultural experiences for the recipient.
Selection criteria
- Jury assessment of merit.
- Selection among successful candidates.
How to apply
- Nominees are contacted and invited to fill out an application form with the details of their request.
- Nominees submit the details and budget of their proposed program and the names of two music professionals acquainted with their work, abilities and character.
- Applicants submit digital or online recorded material of a maximum of 45 minutes’ duration, featuring their solo performance of three contrasting works.
- Candidates are invited to submit an online application by 01 March 2027.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by a jury.
- The jury selects the most deserving successful candidate.
- One annual winner is chosen for the prize.
Additional information
- Awarded annually to one recipient selected by a jury.
- Supports broader musical education and cultural experiences.
Frequently Asked Questions about the The Walter Prystawski Prize Program
What is the The Walter Prystawski Prize?
This annual prize provides $5,000 to support a young musician’s further education. It is intended to help broaden musical training and access rich cultural experiences.
How much funding can be received?
The Walter Prystawski Prize Funds up to $5,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the The Walter Prystawski Prize program?
To be eligible for the The Walter Prystawski Prize program, you must:
Selected from successful candidates.
Judged most deserving by the jury.
For a student or young professional musician.
What expenses are eligible under The Walter Prystawski Prize?
Broadening musical education.
Accessing cultural experiences.
Who can I contact for more information about the The Walter Prystawski Prize?
You can contact The Sylva Gelber Music Foundation (SGMF).
Where is the The Walter Prystawski Prize available?
The The Walter Prystawski Prize program is available across Canada.
Is the The Walter Prystawski Prize a grant, loan, or tax credit?
The Walter Prystawski Prize is a Grant and Funding