Scholarships 2027
General Information

Welcome to the scholarship section of the CRMF website! On behalf of the committee, Ms. Heeney, Ms. Gendron, and Mr. Millan, we are excited to review your applications. You should expect us to communicate with applicants, their parents, and their references throughout the application review process. Good luck to all applicants, and please review the important information listed below.

Please review the information below outlining each scholarship, award, and bursary. To be considered for any of these opportunities, you must meet the specified eligibility criteria. To apply, please complete the appropriate Scholarship Application based on the division:

Concert Band Division Scholarship and Awards Application (coming soon!)
Musicare scholarship (details coming soon)

Jazz Band Division Scholarship and Awards: Application Google Form (coming soon)
Jean-Guy Boutin Memorial Scholarship: Application Google Form
"Short Rib" Scholarship: Application Google Form

Application deadlines vary depending on the division of the scholarship. Consult the dates below to determine the deadline for respective applications:

Friday January 29th, 2027 at 11:59 pm: Concert Band Scholarship Applications
Friday January 29th, 2027 at 11:59 pm: “Short Rib” Scholarship Applications
Friday January 29th, 2027 at 11:59pm: Jean Guy Boutin Memorial Award Applications
Friday February 26th, 2027 at 11:59 pm: Jazz Band Scholarship Applications

Important:

Scholarship and Award applicants are eligible to apply only if they are part of a band or ensemble that is registered to play at CRMF 2026.
Recipients of the Concert Band Division Scholarships and Awards will be chosen based on a live audition. These auditions will be held at Lisgar Collegiate Institute (29 Lisgar St, Ottawa, ON K2P 0B9) on Wednesday, February 10, 2027 @ 5:30pm - 7:30pm.
Recipients of the Jazz Scholarships and Awards will be chosen by this year's adjudication panel at the festival during the applicants’ ensemble performance.
Recipients of the “Short Rib” Scholarship and Jean-Guy Boutin Memorial Scholarship will be chosen by a panel of judges based on submitted audition videos and written requirements.

Contact the CRMF Scholarship Committee at crmfscholarships@gmail.com for more information.

If you have questions about a specific scholarship use the subject line CRMF Scholarships, and please direct your questions to:

Concert Band Awards - Ms. Gendron & Mr. Millan, simone.gendron@ashbury.ca & macarthur.millen@ocdsb.ca
Jazz Awards - Ms. Heeney, meghan.heeney@ocdsb.ca

Audition Requirements

Please prepare one (1) selection that demonstrates your skills on your instrument.
Audition length is 10 minutes max.
Provide 4 copies of the music. Photocopies will be accepted.

Note: The candidate has the option of unaccompanied or piano accompanied auditions, but is responsible for providing his/her own accompanist. An electric piano will be provided as well as a bass amp. Recorded accompaniment is also acceptable and a bluetooth speaker will be provided.

Interprovincial Band and Orchestra Camp Scholarship:

Eligibility: Gr. 7-10
Value: $612

The recipient of this half scholarship, valued at $612.00 will attend the Band & Orchestra program at IMC,
August 22nd to 30th 2026. Balance of tuition fee is required at registration. The camp is located in McKellar ON, near Parry Sound. Transportation to the camp is not included. Students applying for this scholarship need to check the camp dates to ensure they can attend.

For more info, visit: www.campimc.ca

NMC Concert Band Scholarship:

Eligibility: Gr. 3-12
Value TBD

The recipient of this half scholarship will attend the Band program at NMC, August 21-28 for Junior (Gr 3-8) or August 29 - September 5 for Senior (Gr 8-12). Balance of tuition fee is required at registration. The camp is located near Orillia, on Lake Couchichig. Transportation to the camp is not included. Students applying for this scholarship need to check the camp dates to ensure they can attend.

For more info, visit: https://www.nationalmusiccamp.com/

Long and McQuade Junior Award:

Eligibility: Junior Player - Gr. 6-10
Value: $250 gift card

Long & McQuade is pleased to award a $250 gift card to Long & McQuade to a Gr. 6-10 student who has demonstrated exemplary skills on their instrument.

Long and McQuade Senior Award:

Eligibility: Senior Player - Gr. 11-12
Value: $250 gift card

Long & McQuade is pleased to award a $250 gift card to Long & McQuade to a Gr. 11-12 student who has demonstrated exemplary skills on their instrument.

Dovercourt Band Camp Scholarship

The Dovercourt Scholarship is back!

Eligibility: Gr. 6-8 (x2)
Value: $420

The recipients of these full scholarships, valued at approximately $420 each, will attend Dovercourt Band Camp in Ottawa, July 2025. Daily transportation to and from the camp is not included. Students applying for this scholarship need to check the camp dates to ensure they can attend.

For more info, visit: https://www.dovercourt.org/camps/

Audition Requirements

- Recipients of Jazz Scholarships and Awards will be chosen by this year's adjudication panel, at the festival.
- While not mandatory, students applying for scholarships/awards should be featured during their performance(s) at the festival.

Jean-Guy Boutin Memorial Award (Concert Bands)

Eligibility: Awarded to a Gr 12 student who will be attending post secondary in Canada, nominated by their music teacher.

Criteria: The student nominated has made outstanding contributions not only in performance, but also behind the scenes in support of their school program. This may include running sectionals, helping younger students, being on a band committee, and other activities that have shown a dedication to helping and improving their music department.

Upon receipt of application, details will be provided to applicant who will provide ALL 3 of the following:

A short written recommendation from their music teacher outlining the students contributions. (300 words max.)
A video of the student performing a short excerpt on their instrument. (3 min max)
A short written description by the student applicant outlining what they have done to help their music department. (300 words max)

The deadline to apply is: Friday, January 29th, 2027 at 11:59pm

The deadline to submit all required materials is: Friday, February 5th, 2027 at 11:59pm

This award is to be presented annually to a graduating grade 12 student who will be attending a university music program full-time the following fall semester. This student must be recommended on behalf of their school music teacher. Applications will be reviewed by a small panel headed by Mike Tremblay and a one-time award of $500 will be transferred to the winning student upon proof of acceptance into a post-Secondary Music Program.

Jean-Guy Boutin was a physics professor at Carleton University in Ottawa. While he spent his days helping and guiding students, he spent his evenings playing the saxophone and supporting live music. A voracious reader, Jean-Guy was always researching a favourite player or recording. Jean-Guy loved attending saxophone camps, jazz camps, playing in community jazz and concert bands, and for a time ran his own saxophone quartet. He was a staunch music supporter, starting with the legendary club, Le Hibou, and continuing throughout his life.

Jean-Guy was always there to help others. This award has been established in 2026 by Mike Tremblay who is honoured to be able to establish this annual scholarship for Capital Region Musicfest.

Carleton University Jazz Camp Scholarship

Eligibility: Grade 7-11, one trombone OR Guitar player, and one bass player
Value: 2 scholarships valued at $550 each.

The recipients of these full scholarships, valued at $550, will attend the Carleton University Jazz Camp. One scholarship will be awarded to a trombone player and the other will be awarded to a bass player. The camp takes place the last week of July in Ottawa. Students applying for this scholarship need to check the camp dates to ensure they can attend.

For more info, visit: http://www.cujazzcamp.ca

The Hobby Hideaway Jazz Scholarship - New for 2027!

Eligibility: Any graduating Grade 12 student entering post-secondary for music
Value: $500

Proudly sponsored by Hobby Hideaway. Our shop focuses on the world of remote control cars however we believe music is the quintessential hobby—one built on dedication, creativity, and lifelong passion. Hobby Hideaway is thrilled to support the next generation of local graduating jazz musicians as they take their talent and passion to the post-secondary level.

Interprovincial Music Camp Scholarship

Eligibility: Gr. 7-10
Value: $560

The recipient of this half scholarship, valued at $560.00 will attend the Jazz program at IMC (Summer, 2027). Balance of tuition fee is required at registration. The camp is located in McKellar ON, near Parry Sound. Transportation to the camp is not included. Students applying for this scholarship need to check the camp dates to ensure they can attend.

For more info, visit: www.campimc.ca

JazzWorks Jazz Camp Scholarship

Grade 9 to 12 rhythm section player of exceptional talent
Value: approximately $1,000

JazzWorks Canada is offering a scholarship this year for its annual summer Jazz Camp, at a value of $1000. The recipient of this award will have the opportunity to attend JazzWorks' 2024 Jazz Camp, held at CAMMAC Music Centre (near Harrington, Quebec) in late August. This 3-day Jazz Camp is an opportunity for adult jazz musicians and advanced high school music students to work with world-class performers and jazz educators, and is unique in the Ottawa area. The program includes master classes, small group combo rehearsals, improvisation, jazz history, a variety of workshops and jam sessions. The scholarship is open to Grade 9-12 rhythm section players of exceptional talent.

For more info visit: https://www.jazzworkscanada.com/jazz-camp.html

JazzWorks “Women in Jazz” Jazz Camp Scholarship

Grade 9-12 female players of exceptional talent on their chosen instrument
Value: approximately $1,000

The recipient of this privately-funded scholarship, valued at approximately $1000.00, will have the opportunity to attend JazzWorks' 2026 Jazz Camp held at CAMMAC Music Centre (near Harrington, Quebec) in late August. The three-day Jazz Camp is an opportunity for adult jazz musicians and advanced high school music students to work with world-class performers and jazz educators, and is unique in the Ottawa area. The program includes master classes, small group combo rehearsals, improvisation, jazz history, a variety of workshops and jam sessions. The scholarship is open to Grade 9-12 female players of exceptional talent on their chosen instrument.

For more info visit: https://www.jazzworkscanada.com/about-jazz-camp.html

Long & McQuade JazzWorks Jazz Camp Scholarship

Grade 9 to 12 student jazz musician of exceptional talent
Value: approximately $1,000

JazzWorks Canada, with the support of Long & McQuade, is offering a scholarship this year for its annual summer Jazz Camp, at a value of $1000. The recipient of this award will have the opportunity to attend JazzWorks' Jazz Camp, held at CAMMAC Music Centre (near Harrington, Quebec) in late August. This 3-day Jazz Camp is an opportunity for adult jazz musicians and advanced high school music students to work with world-class performers and jazz educators, and is unique in the Ottawa area. The program includes master classes, small group combo rehearsals, improvisation, jazz history, a variety of workshops and jam sessions. The scholarship is open to Grade 9-12 students of exceptional talent.

For more info visit: https://www.jazzworkscanada.com/jazz-camp.html

Michael Scorah Memorial Scholarship

Eligibility: Grade 7 to 11 saxophone player
Value: $250

This is a scholarship sponsored by the American Federation of Musicians (local 180) introduced in memory of Ottawa saxophonist Michael Scorah, a former Central Band and RCMP Band member and Ottawa musician.

Michael Scorah was a member of the Canadian Forces Central Band in Ottawa until he went to Berklee College of Music in Boston where he studied and taught from 1970 to 1973. He joined the RCMP Band in Ottawa, in 1973 travelling and performing throughout Canada, and many parts of the world until 1994. In addition to his regular job as a member of the band, Mike played in various ensembles around the city. An accomplished player of all woodwind instruments, he also performed with the NAC Orchestra, the Savoy Society and Orpheus Musical Theatre. After he left the RCMP Band, Mike toured with an Andrew Lloyd Webber show based in New York and played on cruise ships for about 10 years. Mike also left a legacy in the large number of students he taught, many of whom are professional musicians today. Mike taught private lessons at Canterbury and Ashbury, did clinics at many schools, and also taught at U of Ottawa and Carleton University.

"Short Rib" Scholarship

Eligibility: Open to any musician

In partnership with Ed Lister and The Prime Rib Big Band, selected students will have the opportunity to perform with the band at an all-ages show at Irene's Pub (885 Bank St, Ottawa, ON K1S 3W4) on Sunday March 7th, 2027. Students chosen through the application process will be notified in early February to allow time for performance preparation. To apply for this scholarship, students must first complete the application process using the application form linked in the general description. Then once an application has been reviewed, applicants will receive music to prepare and record as an audition video, which will include preparation of the piece provided as well as one Jazz standard of their choice that includes 2 choruses (1 chorus of the melody and 1 chorus of solo). Detailed instructions on how to complete and upload audition videos will be provided by email to applicants.

The deadline to submit your application is Friday, January 29th 2027, and the completed audition video must be submitted by February 5th 2027. To allow more time for preparation, we encourage applicants to submit their application as early as possible. For more information on Ed Lister and the Prime Rib Big Band visit their website: https://edlistermusic.com/prime-rib-big-band.

Scholarship Recipients

Scholarship Recipients 2026

Concert Band Division

Award / Name

Long and McQuade Junior Band Player Award

Linca Ono, Alto Saxophone, Merivale HS

Long and McQuade Senior Band Player Award

Jocelyn Lau, French Horn, Earl of March SS

Dovercourt Band Camp Scholarship

Florence Westwood, Oboe, Queen Elizabeth PS

IMC Concert Band and Orchestra

Ryan Gao, Flute, Canterbury

Jean-Guy Boutin Memorial Scholarship

Paige Lavictoire, Clarinet, Beatrice Desloges

Jazz Band Division

Award / Name

"Short Rib" Scholarship

Victor Ge, Merivale HS

William Latour, Canterbury HS

Will Mayhew, John McCrae SS

Nicholas Gregory, Nepean HS

Astrid Sweeny, Canterbury HS

David Truong, St Pius X HS

Jessy Wu, Nepean HS

Carleton Jazz Camp

Braylon Chung, Longfields Davidson Heights SS

Jacob Weinheimer, Longfields Davidson Heights SS

IMC Jazz Camp

James Wong, Earl of March SS

Carmelo Scaffidi Scholarship

No applicants

Vernon Isaac Scholarship

Will Mayhew, John McCrae SS

JazzWorks Camp - Rhythm Player

Lucus Xu, Longfields Davidson Heights SS

JazzWorks Camp - Any Player

Victor Ge, Merivale HS

JazzWorks Camp - Women in Jazz

Linca Ono, Merivale HS

Michael Scorah Memorial Scholarship

Jasper An, Lisgar Collegiate Institute

Scholarship Recipients 2025

CONCERT BAND DIVISION

Long and McQuade Junior Award - Kevin Dang (Nepean High School Concert Band)
Long and McQuade Senior Award - Maki Martin (Holy Trinity Senior Concert Band)
Dovercourt Band Camp Scholarship - Gary Cong (Glashan Concert Band)
IMC Concert Band and Orchestra Scholarship - Lilian Wang (Merivale Allegro Concert Band)

JAZZ BAND DIVISION

"Short Rib" Scholarship
- Greg Zucatto, Carleton University
- Seren Dube, Carleton University
- Gregory Nicholas, Nepean HS
- Marley Robin, NACJB
- Victor Ge, Merivale HS
- Riley Rochon, Carleton University
- Yasmine Shariat, Carleton University
- Will Mayhew, John McCrae SS
Crius Saxophone Camp - Will Mayhew, John McCrae SS
Carleton Jazz Camp
- Tianxu Dong, A.Y. Jackson SS
- Jocelyn Lau, Earl of March SS
IMC Jazz Camp - Victor Ge, Merivale HS
Carmelo Scaffidi Scholarship - N/A
Vernon Isaac Scholarship - Olive Gamble, Canterbury HS
JazzWorks Camp: Rhythm Player - Astrid Sweeny, Canterbury HS
JazzWorks Camp: Any Player - Jasper An, Lisgar Collegiate Institute
Michael Scorah Memorial Scholarship - Jonas Leung, St. Francis Xavier HS

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Scholarships 2027General Information

Important:

Audition Requirements

Interprovincial Band and Orchestra Camp Scholarship:

Eligibility: Gr. 7-10Value: $612

NMC Concert Band Scholarship:

Eligibility: Gr. 3-12Value TBD

Long and McQuade Junior Award:

Eligibility: Junior Player - Gr. 6-10Value: $250 gift card

Long and McQuade Senior Award:

Eligibility: Senior Player - Gr. 11-12Value: $250 gift card

Dovercourt Band Camp Scholarship

The Dovercourt Scholarship is back!

Audition Requirements

Jean-Guy Boutin Memorial Award (Concert Bands)

Eligibility: Awarded to a Gr 12 student who will be attending post secondary in Canada, nominated by their music teacher.

Carleton University Jazz Camp Scholarship

Eligibility: Grade 7-11, one trombone OR Guitar player, and one bass playerValue: 2 scholarships valued at $550 each.

The Hobby Hideaway Jazz Scholarship - New for 2027!

Eligibility: Any graduating Grade 12 student entering post-secondary for musicValue: $500

Interprovincial Music Camp Scholarship

Eligibility: Gr. 7-10Value: $560

JazzWorks Jazz Camp Scholarship

Grade 9 to 12 rhythm section player of exceptional talentValue: approximately $1,000

JazzWorks “Women in Jazz” Jazz Camp Scholarship

Grade 9-12 female players of exceptional talent on their chosen instrumentValue: approximately $1,000

Long & McQuade JazzWorks Jazz Camp Scholarship

Grade 9 to 12 student jazz musician of exceptional talentValue: approximately $1,000

Michael Scorah Memorial Scholarship

"Short Rib" Scholarship

Eligibility: Open to any musician

Scholarship Recipients

Scholarship Recipients 2026

Concert Band Division

Jazz Band Division

Scholarship Recipients 2025

CONCERT BAND DIVISION

JAZZ BAND DIVISION

Scholarships 2027
General Information

Eligibility: Gr. 7-10
Value: $612

Eligibility: Gr. 3-12
Value TBD

Eligibility: Junior Player - Gr. 6-10
Value: $250 gift card

Eligibility: Senior Player - Gr. 11-12
Value: $250 gift card

Eligibility: Grade 7-11, one trombone OR Guitar player, and one bass player
Value: 2 scholarships valued at $550 each.

Eligibility: Any graduating Grade 12 student entering post-secondary for music
Value: $500

Eligibility: Gr. 7-10
Value: $560

Grade 9 to 12 rhythm section player of exceptional talent
Value: approximately $1,000

Grade 9-12 female players of exceptional talent on their chosen instrument
Value: approximately $1,000

Grade 9 to 12 student jazz musician of exceptional talent
Value: approximately $1,000