The Canadian League of Composers would like to congratulate CLC member Gary Kulesha on his recent appointment to the Order of Canada. In addition to his significant achievements as a composer, including almost three decades serving as the TSO’s Composer Advisor, Kulesha has served as a mentor and teacher for generations of Canadian composers, including JUNO winner Bekah Simms, multi-JUNO nominee Andrew Staniland, current TSO Composer Advisor Emilie LeBel, past CLC President Sophie Dupuis, and current CLC President Tyler Versluis. Congratulations Gary!
2024 Friends of Canadian Music Award Winners
The Canadian League of Composers and the Canadian Music Centre are thrilled to announce Cris Derksen as the winner of the 2024 Friends of Canadian Music Award. Cris has selected Sonny-Ray Day Rider to receive support as an emerging artist.