Applications for the 2026 Lilian Forsyth Scholarship for Church Music will be accepted until May 15, 2026.
Application requirements and an application form can be found through the links below.
Applications and all related materials should be sent to forsythscholarship@gmail.com.
Lilian Forsyth (1911-1982)
Lilian Forsyth was a brilliant musician who devoted herself to the music of worship. For nearly fifty years, her selfless enthusiasm was felt in many musical organizations both in Ottawa and across the country.
In 1967, she was chosen as one of six organists to play at Expo. In 1977, the Royal Canadian College of Organists recognized her contribution to organ and church music in Canada by awarding her an Honorary Fellowship.
Above all, it was as Director of Music at Knox Church, where she applied her talents as organist and choir director. On her retirement in 1981, Knox Church established the Lilian Forsyth Scholarship as a tribute to her life and work.
Lilian Forsyth Scholarship
The purpose of the Scholarship is to foster excellence in the music of Christian worship. The Scholarship is aimed at persons pursuing a career in church music or actively involved in music directly related to the worship of the Christian community. This includes organists, choir directors, composers, and other musicians. Since Lilian Forsyth was an exponent of the tradition of classical church music, preference will be given to candidates working primarily in that genre. Candidates are expected to have completed their basic musical training. References must be submitted in all cases.
Details regarding submission Requirements and the Application Form can be found through the links below: