Music Lovers Circle
Take part in the making of an innovative project in collaboration with other passionate business people!
Music Lovers Circle
The Music Lovers Circle of the OSM is comprised of seasoned professionals from diverse backgrounds who are passionate about classical music.
Through their philanthropic commitment, its members have a positive impact on the development of culture in the metropolis. Their contribution supports, among other things, the democratization of classical music, an important aspect of the OSM’s mission. Their support is reflected in community initiatives such as concerts in parks, free concerts, and affordable events during the Classical Spree, and much more!
Join this dynamic circle that will immerse you in the heart of the Orchestra while participating in stimulating networking activities!
With a contribution of $1,000, you become a member of the Music Lovers Circle.
A partial tax receipt for the total eligible amount will be issued.
Executive Committee
President:
Jean-Michel Merlot, Portfolio Manager, National Bank Financial
Vice-president:
Carolyn Hébert, Marketing Strategy Consultant
Executive Committee members:
Alexandre Cuvelier, Manager, Prime Minister’s Communications, Privy Council Office
Pierre-Luc Gravel, Director Marketing and Communications – Corner Collection
Christel Joly, Teacher, HEC University
Nadine Lajoie, Founding President, Issime Communications
Marc-Antoine Saumier, Manager, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Canada Life
Mayssaa Karaki, Wealth Management Advisor, National Bank Financial
Mélanie Therien, Vice-President, Human Resources, Groupe Robin
Rose-Carmelle Jean, Director – Succession, Workforce and Project Office, AÉRO MONTRÉAL
Your support deserves special attention
In addition to supporting the OSM and meeting other culture enthusiasts, exclusive privileges will be reserved for you to thank you for your generous support. All privileges include one guest.
- Invitation to two concerts **.
- Free participation in the two Allegro networking cocktails events.
- Access to an exclusive event (may include one-time meetings with a conductor, guest conductor, guest soloist, and general management).
- Access to Behind the Scenes at the OSM (meet the musicians, visit the organ, tour the Maison symphonique, etc.)
*Available one year to the day after the contribution. All privileges include a guest.
*Invitation for seats in categories 2 to 5. No handling fees. Free exchange up to 24 hours before your concert. Certain restrictions apply.
Offer not valid on the following concerts of the 2025-2026 season:
- Salebarbes meets the OSM
- Fred Pellerin’s Traditional Holiday Tale
- Pérusse symphonic : from the Snack bar to the OSM
Upcoming Event
PRE-CONCERT NETWORKING EVENT
The Enchanting Firebird by Stravinsky
Date: March 5, 2026, 5:30 p.m.
Location: Maison symphonique de Montréal
1600 Saint-Urbain Street, Montréal, QC H2X 0S1
Before immersing yourself in the captivating world of this masterful work, we invite you to enjoy an exclusive moment of connection and conversation at a pre-concert cocktail reception. In a reserved space, enjoy gourmet bites offered by Corner Collection, presenting partner of the Music Lovers Circle and the Young Ambassadors Circle, along with one complimentary drink offered by our event partner, Boréale Beers.
The event is presented in collaboration with Troisième Cercle.
Pricing
Music Lovers Circle Donor Members : Free pre-concert networking event (Reserve your concert tickets using the form.)
RESERVE YOUR TICKET (DONOR MEMBERS)
Non-members : Free pre-concert networking event (Reserve your concert tickets using the form.)
RESERVE YOUR TICKET (NON-MEMBERS)
PRE-CONCERT NETWORKING EVENT – Allegro 2
The Marriage of Figaro
Date: March 18, 2026
Location: Maison symphonique de Montréal
1600 Rue Saint-Urbain, Montréal, QC H2X 0S1
For the second consecutive year, the OSM invites you to an exceptional evening combining music and business, in collaboration with the OSM Cercle des mélomanes and the Montréal Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce (CCMM).
Immerse yourself in this unique experience, culminating in a performance of Mozart’s The Marriage of Figaro under the direction of Rafael Payare. The ALLEGRO evening will begin with a wine and appetizer reception, followed by a talk, with panelists to be announced soon – stay tuned!
Pricing:
Members of the Cercle des mélomanes: pre-concert networking event free
RESERVE YOUR TICKET (MEMBER-DONORS)
Non-members: $150 (cocktail and concert included)
RESERVE YOUR TICKET (NON-MEMBERS)
Dress Rehearsals
As a member of the Cercle des mélomanes, you may participate, with a guest of your choice, in one of the activities listed below. To register, simply click the Reserve button and log in to your OSM account.
From Bartók to Mozart: Flute, Improvisation, and Symphony
A program conducted by Rafael Payare, blending creative freedom, folk-inspired accents, and innovative sensitivity.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 10:00 AM
Reserve your spot
The intense “Leningrad” Symphony by Shostakovich
Rafael Payare leads this fascinating dialogue between Beethoven’s sparkling Symphony No. 8 and the emotionally powerful music of Shostakovich.
Wednesday, April 15, 2026, 10:00 AM
Reserve your spot
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