Marlène Ngalissamy (Bassoon '19 and CAF '20) Honored by CBC Music

Curtis alumna named to the "30 hot Canadian classical musicians under 30" list

Marlène Ngalissamy (Bassoon ’19 and CAF ’20) has been named to the “30 hot Canadian classical musicians under 30” list for 2022 by CBC Music. This summer marks the 10th edition of this annual tradition by the Canadian FM radio network. Each rising classical music star was selected for winning prizes and competitions, releasing albums, making notable debuts, and graduating from some of the world’s top music schools.

Read the CBC article HERE.

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