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The Glenn Gould School (GGS) is The Royal Conservatory of Music's internationally recognized centre for professional training in music performance offering undergraduate, post-bachelor and post-graduate programs. Located in the heart of Toronto, one of the safest and most culturally diverse cities in the world, the GGS experience includes:

  • 50% more one-on-one studio time with internationally known faculty,
  • A nurturing learning environment with a purposefully small student body capped at 130,
  • Exciting performance opportunities in exceptional facilities, including the acclaimed Koerner Hall, and
  • Generous scholarship support with 70% of students receiving full scholarships.

Bachelor of Music, Performance (Honours)* and Artist Diploma Program applications for the 2025-26 academic year will be accepted from October 1, 2024 through December 15, 2024. 

Rebanks Family Fellowship and International Performance Residency Program applications for the 2025-26 academic year will be accepted from October 1, 2024 through December 15, 2024. 

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The GGS Difference
The GGS difference includes inspiring faculty, outstanding facilities, more private instruction time, robust career development, and many performance opportunities.
Programs
GGS offers degrees and diplomas for three levels of study – undergraduate, post-bachelor, post-graduate – in piano, voice, and orchestral instruments.
Faculty
GGS faculty, renowned performing artists in their own right, share a deep commitment to nurturing and inspiring their students.
Facilities
Extraordinary performance spaces and numerous practice studios give GGS students an edge when it comes to preparing for a professional career.
Performance Opportunities
GGS students benefit from approximately 100 performance opportunities, and as well as over 125 master classes, each year.
Student Life
With a cap of only 130 supportive peers, students will also learn and live in Toronto - one of the safest and most culturally diverse cities in the world.
Alumni
Our graduates often find work within a year of graduation and have gone on to successful careers as concert and recording artists.
Scholarships & Admission
We offer generous scholarship support - read more about that, as well as admission information, here.
Connect with Us!
We would love to hear from you! Contact the GGS admissions team today.

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* This institution has been granted a consent by the Minister of Training, Colleges and Universities to offer this program for a seven-year term starting October 12, 2017**. Prospective students are responsible for satisfying themselves that the program and the degree will be appropriate to their needs (e.g., acceptable to potential employers, professional licensing bodies or other educational institutions).

** The original consent remains in force beyond October 12, 2024, until the Minister of Colleges and Universities issues a final decision on the renewal.

Applications Close Dec. 15