Canadian International Organ Competition

The Canadian International Organ Competition (CIOC) (French: Concours international d’orgue du Canada) is an organisation devoted to the promotion of organ music. It works in collaboration with various organisations of the organ world to fulfill its mission. In Montreal every three years, the CIOC presents an international competition open to organists of all nationalities under 35 years of age. Sixteen organ virtuosi perform for a jury of nine internationally renowned specialists and compete for major awards. In addition to the prize money ($30,000 for the winner, $70,000 total) the top prizewinner receives a three-year representation agreement for USA and Canada, a CD recording, recitals and career coaching.

Canadian International Organ Competition

The Canadian International Organ Competition (CIOC) (French: Concours international d’orgue du Canada) is an organisation devoted to the promotion of organ music. It works in collaboration with various organisations of the organ world to fulfill its mission. In Montreal every three years, the CIOC presents an international competition open to organists of all nationalities under 35 years of age. Sixteen organ virtuosi perform for a jury of nine internationally renowned specialists and compete for major awards. In addition to the prize money ($30,000 for the winner, $70,000 total) the top prizewinner receives a three-year representation agreement for USA and Canada, a CD recording, recitals and career coaching.