Christina Petrowska-Quilico
- Origin
- Ottawa
- Born
- 1948
Biography
Christina Petrowska Quilico is a Canadian pianist born in 1948 in Ottawa. She is a professor emerita and senior scholar at York University in Toronto, Ontario. She was appointed to the Order of Canada in 2020 for her celebrated career as a classical and contemporary pianist and for championing Canadian music. In 2021, she was named a Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada. In 2022, she was appointed to the Order of Ontario for having opened the ears of music lovers internationally through numerous classical and contemporary performances. As a Professor of Musicology and Piano at York University, she has received esteemed research awards. She established The Christina and Louis Quilico Award at the Ontario Arts Foundation and the Canadian Opera Company. In October 2023, she was presented with the Ontario Arts Council's Oskar Morawetz Award for Excellence in Music Performance.
Highlights
- Member of the Order of Canada (2020)
- Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada (2021)
- Order of Ontario (2022)
- Ontario Arts Council's Oskar Morawetz Award (2023)
- Renowned pianist for classical and contemporary career
Discography
- 16 Portraits2005
- Pond Life2009
- Global Sirens2018
- More Rivers2025
Awards
- 🏆membre de l'Ordre du Canada (2020)
FAQ
How old is Christina Petrowska-Quilico?
Christina Petrowska-Quilico was born in 1948.
Where is Christina Petrowska-Quilico from?
Christina Petrowska-Quilico is from Ottawa, Canada.
What kind of music does she perform?
Christina Petrowska-Quilico is a classical and contemporary pianist.
What are her biggest hits?
Some of her biggest releases include the albums '16 Portraits' (2005), 'Pond Life' (2009), 'Global Sirens' (2018), and 'More Rivers' (2025).
How long has she been active?
The data does not specify how long Christina Petrowska-Quilico has been active.
Has she won any awards?
Yes, Christina Petrowska-Quilico was named a member of the Order of Canada in 2020.
