Created in 2014 by Sharon Azrieli CQ for the Azrieli Foundation, the Azrieli Music Prizes (AMP) offer opportunities for the discovery, creation, performance and celebration of excellence in music composition. Open to the international music community, AMP accepts applications for works from individuals of all ages, backgrounds, nationalities, faiths and genders. For the 2028 edition, there are three Prizes for chamber music (up to 15 musicians): the Azrieli Commission for Jewish Music; the Azrieli Commission for Canadian Music; and the Azrieli Commission for International Music. Offering the most substantial awards of its kind in Canada, AMP has become one of the most significant composition competitions in the world. There is no fee to apply.

The musical works resulting from each of the three Prizes will be awarded a cash prize of $50,000 CAD; premiered at the AMP Gala Concert in Montreal in Fall 2028; given two subsequent international performances; and professionally recorded for a future commercial release.

Altogether, the prize package for each Azrieli Music Prize is valued at over $250,000 CAD.