Member of the Order of Canada
Awarded on: 2015-05-07
Invested on: 2016-02-12
For her service to the arts community as one of Canada’s renowned harpists.
Judy Loman has brought new life to a classic instrument. Principal harpist for the Toronto Symphony Orchestra for four decades, she has also performed as a soloist and ensemble player worldwide, and has an extensive, award-winning discography. Over the years, she has helped to build a repertoire for her instrument by commissioning new works by Canadian composers, and by premiering these compositions internationally. She is also a highly regarded teacher and has mentored generations of young harpists at the University of Toronto, the Royal Conservatory of Music and the Curtis Institute of Music.