Recipients 2005-2009 Final

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The Hnatyshyn Foundation Grant Recipients 2005-2009 Chopin, Barcarolle op.60 in F# Major played by Isabelle David 2007 Developing Artist Award for Classical Music - Piano

English Theatre, 2005 : 

English Theatre, 2005 “He is a bright, versatile, young talent destined to do very well as an actor.” The Hnatyshyn Foundation jury: Mr. Jean-Louis Roux C.C, C.Q Mieko Ouchi Paul Lefebvre Greg Gale, 21 Corner Brook, NL

Classical Voice, 2005 : 

Classical Voice, 2005 “…very free, open, beautiful sound…She handles technical difficulties with ease and confidence. Her intonation is superb and her diction in all languages is solid. Very fine potential for a career in opera.” The Hnatyshyn Foundation jury: Mr. Joseph Rouleau, O.C., G.O.Q. Ms. Lynn Channing Jane Leibel Lisa DiMaria, 23 Gormley, ON

Oscar Peterson Grant for Jazz Performance, 2005 : 

Oscar Peterson Grant for Jazz Performance, 2005 “strong command of the horn… depth of vocabulary, inflection and harmonic diversity. He is a very good musician who deserves our congratulations.” The Hnatyshyn Foundation jury: Oscar Peterson C.C., C.Q., O. Brad Turner John Geggie Jonathan Challoner, 18 Coombs, BC

Ballet, 2005 : 

Ballet, 2005 “She is edgy, contemporary and daring in her dancing. She already possesses a charismatic presence and a strong sense of herself.” The Hnatyshyn Foundation jury: Celia Franca, C.C., O . Gizella Witkowsky Jean Grand-Maître Maude Sabourin, 17 Terrebonne, QC

Classical Music, 2005 - Orchestral Instrument : 

Classical Music, 2005 - Orchestral Instrument “technically advanced and polished …his technique, style, nuances,intonation, rhythm and pacing were all excellent. He is an accomplished performer and musician.” The Hnatyshyn Foundation jury: Terence Tam Gwen Thompson Douglas Sturdevant Jeffrey Dyrda, 18 Oakbank, MB

Classical Voice, 2006 : 

Classical Voice, 2006 “She has a beautiful lyric sound with good flexibility…and delivers her characters with honesty and in a very empathetic way that makes them touching and very believable.” David Meek, Head Voice/Opera Vancouver Academy of Music Lambroula Maria Pappas, 30 Burnaby, BC

Oscar Peterson Grant for Jazz Performance, 2006 : 

Oscar Peterson Grant for Jazz Performance, 2006 “strong, confident technique and creative phrasing…good understanding of the jazz language and his command of his instrument. “He swings!” The Hnatyshyn Foundation jury: Oliver Jones Lorne Lofsky Lenny Solomon Carl Bray, 18 Regina, SK

Contemporary Dance, 2006 : 

Contemporary Dance, 2006 “an excellent dancer: strong, lyrical and expressive, who is deeply committed to her art form.” Anna Mouat, Associate Professor Dance University of Calgary Lisa Hering, 23 Calgary, AB

English Theatre, 2006 : 

English Theatre, 2006 “a very natural young actor who has a superlative vocal instrument, a well-integrated body and true love of the craft.” Kathryn Shaw, Artistic Director Theatre Arts Program Langara College Luke Camilleri, 22 Courtney, BC

French Theatre, 2006 : 

French Theatre, 2006 “focused, intense and intelligent … She understands the essence of theatre acting. She is a very promising talent.” The Hnatyshyn Foundation jury: Monique Mercure Joël Beddows Gill Champagne Audray Demers, 18 Candiac, QC

Classical Music, 2006 - Piano : 

Classical Music, 2006 - Piano “exciting, imaginative, genuine, free, risk-taking and dramatic. A pianist with enormous potential.” The Hnatyshyn Foundation jury: Louis-Philippe Pelletier Jane Coop ean Desmarais Rosy Yuxuan Ge, 17 Edmonton, AB

Classical Music, 2006 - Orchestral Instrument : 

Classical Music, 2006 - Orchestral Instrument “an outstanding applicant, a performer of tremendous promise and possessed of extraordinary musical sensitivity and technical skill.” Lynn Stodola, Chair Music Department Dalhousie University Paul Medeiros,18 Bedford, NS

Ballet, 2006 : 

Ballet, 2006 “Kostya definitely has all the ingredients to achieve a stellar career. His commanding stage presence and classical looks, coupled with his powerful and versatile technical ability... Most importantly, he has enthusiasm, passion and love for dance.” Brian Gross Goh Ballet Academy Vancouver, BC Kostyantyn Keshyshev, 19 Vancouver, BC

English Theatre, 2007 : 

English Theatre, 2007 “an exceptional student with a very promising future as an actor…marvelous emotional transparency, depth and range…Lindsey has the makings of a leading lady.” Kathryn Shaw, Artistic Director Studio 58 Lindsey Angell, 23 High River, AB

Classical Music, 2007 - Wind Instrument : 

Classical Music, 2007 - Wind Instrument “His name has been on everyone’s lips... Rarely have I seen such unanimous praise from an audition jury…his musicality, remarkable possession of the trombone, his versatility in multiple fields and his limitless potential.” Douglas McNabney, Chair Department of Performance Schulich School of Music McGill University Keith Dyrda, 18 Oakbank, MB

Classical Music, 2007 - Piano : 

Classical Music, 2007 - Piano “…artistically mature, with stylistic awareness, natural phrasing and sensitivity to sound…clear musical ideas, lucid sound and rhythm.This is very impressive maturity for an 18-year-old. A big talent!” The Hnatyshyn Foundation jury: Stéphane Lemelin Kristina Szutor David Louie Devon Joiner, 18 Nanaimo, BC

Classical Music, 2007 - Orchestral Instrument : 

Classical Music, 2007 - Orchestral Instrument “In addition to his huge talent and his natural facility with the violin, he plays with great sensitivity and perfect control of the bow…He is a complete musician, brilliant in everything he does…” Guy Fouquet, Conductor Montreal Conservatory String Orchestra Victor Fournelle-Blain, 19 Sainte-Julienne, QC

Contemporary Dance, 2007 : 

Contemporary Dance, 2007 “Megan is a bright spirit with beautiful interpretive skills, - strong, passionate, a risk-taker, and full of fire.” Patricia Fraser, Artistic Director School of Toronto Dance Theatre Megan Nadain, 20 North Vancouver, BC

French Theatre, 2007 : 

French Theatre, 2007 “ From the very start she distinguished herself because of the authenticity, humanity and depth that she brought to her roles - she handles comedy, drama, classical text and contemporary work with equal ease.” André Jean, Director Conservatoire d’art dramatique de Québec Claudiane Ruelland, 23 Quebec City, QC

Oscar Peterson Grant for Jazz Performance, 2007 : 

Oscar Peterson Grant for Jazz Performance, 2007 “It is not often that one has the occasion to suggest that a young musician is blessed with a certain degree of genius, but in this case, I believe it is warranted.” Denny Christianson, Director Music Program Humber College Eli Bennett, 18 Vancouver, BC

Classical Voice, 2007 : 

Classical Voice, 2007 “Allison has distinguished herself with the sterling clarity, exquisite flexibility, stratospheric quality, and the compelling beauty of her singing. She is tireless in treading the pathways to her personal excellence.” Darryl Edwards, Head Voice Studies University of Toronto Allison Cecilia Arends, 24 Regina, SK

Ballet, 2007 : 

Ballet, 2007 “Her years of training and self-discipline are obvious. She dances with musicality and sensitivity - a pleasure to watch.” The Hnatyshyn Foundation jury: David LaHay Nancy Kilgour Merrilee Hodgins Alyssa Stevens, 18 Surrey, BC

Oscar Peterson Grant for Jazz Performance, 2008 : 

Oscar Peterson Grant for Jazz Performance, 2008 “…she brings this enormous rhythmic and melodic gift combined with the most warm, supple and attractive tone imaginable for a saxophonist/clarinetist her age.” Steve Kirby, Director Jazz Studies University of Manitoba Samantha Chrol, 19 Winnipeg, MB

Ballet, 2008 : 

Ballet, 2008 “Versatility is also one of Tristan’s strengths; he is strong in modern and contemporary work and has real dynamic flair in his character dancing.” Jorden Morris, Associate School Director The Royal Winnipeg Ballet Tristan Dobrowney, 20 Saskatoon, SK

Classical Music, 2008 - Piano : 

Classical Music, 2008 - Piano “In this recording one could hear sophistication and excellent listening to shifting harmonies and colours...lots of temperament and good control…has the feeling of how an older pianist might have played this.” The Hnatyshyn Foundation jury: Marilyn Engle Arthur Rowe Gérald Lévesque Isabelle David, 18 Sainte-Julie, QC

Classical Music, 2008 - Orchestral Instrument : 

Classical Music, 2008 - Orchestral Instrument “She has a natural aptitude for the harp, is intelligent, creative, and has innate musical taste. She has the ability to stir her audiences and I predict a great future for her.” Judy Loman, Teacher Royal Conservatory of Music Emily Belvedere, 20 Richmond Hill, ON

Classical Voice, 2008 : 

Classical Voice, 2008 “Valérie has a very pure tone, vocal agility, great musical and emotional maturity and innate stage presence. She sings with ease in six languages. This young singer has everything she needs for a successful career as a classical soloist.” Hélène Fortin, Teacher Quebec City Conservatory Valérie Bélanger, 24 Lambton, QC

English Theatre, 2008 : 

English Theatre, 2008 “In my thirty years as a professional director and twenty years teaching at university, Kaitlyn Semple is the most passionate, disciplined, dedicated and gifted young actor I ever had the pleasure of working with.” Gerald Lenton-Young Theatre Performance Chair University of Regina Kaitlyn Semple, 21 Regina, SK

French Theatre, 2008 : 

French Theatre, 2008 “Ms. Hughes has impressed all her teachers. She is very versatile and can approach any genre with creativity and emotional depth whether it be comedy, clowning, farce, commedia dell’arte, improvisation, classical text or contemporary theatre.” André Jean, Director Conservatoire d’art dramatique de Québec Catherine Hughes, 22 Val-Morin, QC

Contemporary Dance, 2008 : 

Contemporary Dance, 2008 “Paige brings a rich and quiet focus and presence to her work. She immerses herself in every activity, seeking out the detail and allowing unexpected movement choices to emerge.” Patricia Fraser, Artistic Director School of Toronto Dance Theatre Paige Culley, 19 Rossland, West Kootenay, BC

Classical Music, 2009 - Orchestral Instrument : 

Classical Music, 2009 - Orchestral Instrument “Great artistic promise, technical skill beyond his age, innate musicality!” The Hnatyshyn Foundation jury: David Currie, Guillaume Tardif and Robert Uchida “one of the most promising young violinists to enter an undergraduate program at the Schulich School of Music of McGill University”.  André Roy, Chair Department of Performance McGill Joshua Peters, 17 Winnipeg, MB

Ballet, 2009 : 

Ballet, 2009 “Jackson has forced me to let go of my preconceived notions of what I was about to see, and to experience the work as it actually was in the moment he performed it…he is unspoiled and conscious of the obligations that talent brings.” Lindsay Fischer, Artistic Director YOU dance, The National Ballet School of Canada Jackson Carroll, 18 Toronto, ON

Contemporary Dance, 2009 : 

Contemporary Dance, 2009 “Great work, great consistency! Wonderful discipline, perseverance and a splendid autonomy! Dazzling progress! We can already foresee the dancer that you will become…Bravo!” Lucie Boissinot, Artistic Director LADMMI Kim Henry, 22 Terrebonne, QC

Oscar Peterson Grant for Jazz Performance, 2009 : 

Oscar Peterson Grant for Jazz Performance, 2009 “talent, vision, work ethic, character, humility and outgoing personality… Luke is an individual that embodies the characteristics commensurate with an award of this magnitude.” Steve Kirby, Director Jazz Studies University of Manitoba Luke Sellick, 19 Winnipeg, MB

Classical Voice, 2009 : 

Classical Voice, 2009 Stéphanie has a very fine voice. Her subtle sense of melody, her stage presence and her great determination, all justify our greatest expectations.” Jacqueline Martel-Cistellini Teacher Quebec City Conservatory Stéphanie Lavoie, 24 Quebec, QC

English Theatre, 2009 : 

English Theatre, 2009 “She is focused, generous and daring. Infinitely playful. A true artist! Doubtless Leah will be a force to be reckoned with on our stages in years to come.” Sherry Bie, Artistic Director English Section National Theatre School of Canada Leah Doz, 20 Edmonton, AB

French Theatre, 2009 : 

French Theatre, 2009 “All her teachers attended her public performances and have noted her great work capacity, her passion and the impressive versatility of an artistic range that continues to grow.” André Jean, Director Conservatoire d’art dramatique de Québec Danièle Gagné-Belley, 21 Sainte-Foy , QC

Classical Music, 2009 - Piano : 

Classical Music, 2009 - Piano “The pianist had superb control of the instrument, especially in the Ravel and Prokofiev. Brilliant technique, commands a wide range of pianistic colours and expression. Lots of promise here!” The Hnatyshyn Foundation jury: John Hansen Lawrence Jones Ireneus Zuk Lucas Porter, 18 Port Williams, NS

Hnatyshyn Foundation Visual Arts Award , 2006 : 

Hnatyshyn Foundation Visual Arts Award , 2006 “a pioneering artist who has made an internationally recognized contribution to contemporary art. He is an artist who is admired for his exquisite mastery of his craft as well as the intellectual and emotional depth of his work.” Scott Watson Stan Douglas

Hnatyshyn Foundation Visual Arts Award, 2007 : 

Hnatyshyn Foundation Visual Arts Award, 2007 “Ken Lum’s work uses examples of familiar commercial design in situations which challenge the limits of good taste. Taken together, Ken Lum’s activities constitute an active, critical engagement with the public as to what art is, how it is used and who has access to it.” The Hnatyshyn Foundation jury Ken Lum

Hnatyshyn Foundation Award forCuratorial Excellence in Contemporary Art, 2007 : 

Hnatyshyn Foundation Award forCuratorial Excellence in Contemporary Art, 2007 “Her exhibitions show an ability to engage with the contemporary world and her outstanding catalogues embody a desire to reflect on what it means to live in our world today. They combine a concern for making art accessible to a broad audience with a refined interpretation of the works, giving equal attention to the visual aspect of a work and its meaning.” The Hnatyshyn Foundation jury Louise Déry Director Art Gallery Université du Québec à Montréal

Hnatyshyn Foundation Award forCuratorial Excellence in Contemporary Art, 2008 : 

Hnatyshyn Foundation Award forCuratorial Excellence in Contemporary Art, 2008 “Whether reexamining works of historical significance or introducing new work by an emerging artist, Barbara unites her deep-rooted connection to the issues that motivate artistic practices with dedicated scholarship…Barbara has shown herself to be a generous teacher and mentor, inspiring emulation and deep respect, committed to the ongoing development of Canadian art practices at the highest level.” The Hnatyshyn Foundation jury Barbara Fischer Executive Director / Chief Curator Justina M. Barnicke Gallery University of Toronto

Hnatyshyn Foundation Visual Arts Award, 2008 : 

Hnatyshyn Foundation Visual Arts Award, 2008 “Since the 1990s, Janet Cardiff and George Bures Miller have made engaging, challenging installation works that have contributed enormously to the evolution of contemporary art. Their poetic, multifaceted exhibitions have moved and influenced a number of generations of art makers across Canada and throughout the world.” The Hnatyshyn Foundation jury Janet Cardiff, George Bures Miller

Hnatyshyn Foundation Visual Arts Award, 2009 : 

Hnatyshyn Foundation Visual Arts Award, 2009 “Belmore's work has inspired myriad artists from within and without the First Nations artistic community to follow her ground-breaking path…while it explores her own history, (it)simultaneously challenges the precepts and concepts of contemporary art on a global stage.” The Hnatyshyn Foundation jury Rebecca Belmore

Hnatyshyn Foundation Award forCuratorial Excellence in Contemporary Art, 2009 : 

Hnatyshyn Foundation Award forCuratorial Excellence in Contemporary Art, 2009 “Thoughtful in framing and gentle in spirit, Anthony Kiendl’s curatorship challenges ideologies of power by looking beyond the obvious to expose the most basic elements that contribute to the construction of culture he has highlighted and championed the work of a broad range of contemporary art practitioners and expanded the margins of cultural theory bringing new audiences to contemporary art.” The Hnatyshyn Foundation jury Anthony Kiendl Director / Chief Curator Plug In Institute of Contemporary Art