Dana Nigrim

Dana Nigrim is a Course Instructor (Vocal Coaching) at the Schulich School of Music, part of McGill University. She holds a Doctorate from the University of Montreal and advanced training in piano interpretation from the National Superior Conservatory of Paris. Her career spans solo performances, chamber music collaborations, and extensive work in vocal coaching and opera productions globally.

Education includes a Baccalaureate in Solo Piano Performance, a Master’s in Piano Interpretation from the National Music Academy of Bucharest (where she earned First Prize in Interpretation), and a Doctorate from the University of Montreal. She also completed an Advanced Interpretation Course at the National Superior Conservatory of Paris.

Her research and professional interests center on vocal performance techniques, chamber music collaboration, opera production, and the interdisciplinary fusion of poetry with music. She has performed extensively in solo recitals, orchestral collaborations, and chamber music settings across Europe, North America, and Asia.

• First Prize in Interpretation Solo Piano Performance (National Music Academy of Bucharest)
• Top Prizes in National Piano Competitions in Romania

Nigrim has collaborated with numerous institutions, including the Opéra Bastille, Opéra de Montréal, and the Canadian Vocal Institute, serving as an accompanist and vocal coach. She has also been a jury member for vocal and piano competitions such as the Trois-Rivières Orchestra Voice Competition and Romania’s National Music Competition.

She co-founded the Montreal Lyric Ensemble as Artistic Director, organizing opera productions and musical initiatives. Additionally, she serves as Artistic Counselor for LM Opera Agency, supporting international collaborations with singers and composers.