Pro Musicis combines a classical music award with a social mission for the world's finest concert artists.

The Father Eugène Merlet Award for Community Service celebrates and advances the creativity of individuals whose community service awakens the human spirit through the transformative power of music.

In 2015 the Board created this annual award in memory of Father Merlet. Each year the plan is to select up to three recipients, with preference for Pro Musicis artists, to receive a $4,000 grant in support of their project.

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Catherine Gregory in Review

“A stellar musician who brings to her performance a lifetime of practice, study, thought and imagination.” — Barrett Cobb for the New York Concert Review

Read the review of Catherine’s November 21 concert at Carnegie Hall’s Weill Hall:
Pro Musicis presents Catherine Gregory in Review

Two Singers Win 2019 Pro Musicis Int’l Award

Mezzo soprano Solange Merdinian and soprano Rachel Schutz win this year’s prize at auditions chaired by Gil Kalish.

Solange Merdidian (top) and Rachel Shultz (bottom)

Leah Claiborne chosen for 2020 Father Merlet Award

Pianist Leah Claiborne was chosen for a 2020 Father Eugène Merlet Community Service Award by the jury at auditions chaired by Gil Kalish at Yamaha Piano Salon in New York City. read more…

Tickets now on sale for Catherine Gregory’s 21 November Carnegie debut

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https://www.carnegiehall.org/calendar/2019/11/21/catherine-gregory-flute-0730pm

Carr-Petrova Duo to Perform at Carnegie’s Weill Hall

October 28, 2019

Presented by
Project: Music Heals Us
In collaboration with Pro Musicis
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Deadline Extended: Piano & Voice may still apply for 2019 Pro Musicis Int’l Award

ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS NOW THROUGH 2 SEPTEMBER 2019 [Posted 11 August 2019] read more…

Tickets now on sale for Gaspard Dehaene’s 25 September Carnegie debut

POSTED 5 July 2019

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May 2019 Gala Award Dinner Photos

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Elizabeth Dorman, Pianist, Sundays Live LACMA

February 24, 2019

Pianist Elizabeth Dorman performed at the Los Angeles County Museum of Arts in the music series broadcast live on Classic KUSC.

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Pro Musicis Gala Award Dinner

May 9, 2019 at the French Consulate, New York City

Elizabeth Wolff, Pianist, at Lighthouse Guild

FEBRUARY 6, 2019
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NOVA Guitar Duo in Review

November 19, 2018

“With this pairing there is a oneness of musical thought which makes them a rare find.” — Rorianne Schrade, New York Concert Review read more…

NOVA Guitar Duo at Lighthouse Guild in Review

November 16, 2018

“It’s not easy to sustain attention and joy from persons with multiple disabilities, but the NOVA Guitar Duo certainly accomplished this today.”

Francisco Fullana in Review

November 5, 2016

“Spanish violinist Francisco Fullana’s program was beautifully conceived and stunningly well played.” — Frank Daykin, New York Concert Review

NOVA Guitar Duo in Weill Hall at Carnegie Hall

Thursday, November 15, 2018 at 7:30 PM
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Solera Quartet in Review

October 26, 2018

“Highly promising and successful debut for the Solera Quartet … a beautiful and memorable evening.”
– Rorianne Schrade, New York Concert Review read more…

Solera Quartet in Weill Hall at Carnegie Hall

Tuesday, October 23, 2018, 7:30 PM read more…

Catherine Gregory, flutist, 2018 Pro Musicis International Award Winner

October 15, 2018 read more…

Auditions at Yamaha Piano Salon

October 15, 2018 read more…

Review of Solera Quartet’s Debut Album: “Every Moment Present”

September 29, 2018
“Sensitive and finely articulated throughout … bright and vivid.” – The New York Times
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Delphine Bardin in Review

September 29, 2018
“In a world of loud messages and hype, Ms. Bardin showed the power of a whisper.” – Rorianne Schrade, New York Concert Review read more…