Awarded every two years in the even numbered years, the John Goss Memorial Scholarship is in memory of the late John Goss, FRCO, former conductor of the National Ballet of Canada and relative of his namesake, the British composer Sir John Goss. The scholarship of up to $3,500 is awarded to an individual for advanced organ study within or outside of Canada. This may be applied for short, medium, or long-term study, in a variety of scenarios (e.g. one-on-one private instruction or masterclass instruction, conservatory/university studies, organ academy program).

The 2024 eligibility information and application form is available here. The next application deadline will be April 30, 2026.

All applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Canadian citizen.
• Aged 30 years or less on June 30th in the year of the award.
• Member of the RCCO.
• Associate diploma of the RCCO or equivalent or superior qualifications.
• Graduated from a university, conservatory or college within three years of the application.
• Intend to remain in or return to Canada for the purpose, though not necessarily the exclusive purpose, of performing on the organ.

Questions should be addressed to the National Office .

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