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Elton John will be feted at the Glenn Gould Prize Gala in Toronto in May.
The celebration will include performances by an all-Canadian lineup, including Diana Krall, the Beaches, Ron Sexsmith and Jeremy Dutcher.
The Glenn Gould Foundation announced a year ago that John would be the 15th Glenn Gould Laureate, an honour that comes with a $100,000 award.
The biennial prize goes to an artist whose work demonstrates excellence and has been influential in their discipline or the broader culture.
The laureate also chooses a protégé, who receives $25,000, and John’s is to be announced later this month.
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The ceremony is set for May 9 at the Theatre at Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto.
Tickets go on pre-sale Tuesday, and will be available to the general public on Thursday.