10 Best Music Teachers in Montreal (2026 Guide)

Isaac is an accomplished pianist and educator with a rich background in both classical and jazz music. His versatility as a performer and teacher makes him an engaging and inspiring mentor for students of all ages and musical interests. A native of Ontario, Canada, Isaac began classical piano studies at age seven. In 2011, he placed third in the Ontario Music Festivals Association, and in 2012 he earned his RCM Level 10 Piano with first-class honours. During high school, he discovered a deep passion for jazz, which led him to pursue advanced studies at the Schulich School of Music in Montreal.

⭐ "Isaac is an excellent piano teacher—patient, knowledgeable, and very encouraging. He explains things clearly and makes lessons enjoyable while helping students build strong fundamentals. Most importantly, he has helped my daughter become genuinely passionate about playing the piano and is highly recommended."

Teaching Neighborhood:Plateau-Mont-Royal

Hello! I have over thirty years of experience as a professional musician and private teacher. Originally from Lac St-Jean, I taught myself the electric and classical guitar there. I then studied at the Conservatoire de musique du Québec in Montreal in classical guitar in the class of Jean Vallières. While continuing my studies, I began to have professional contracts at the age of 18. I thus evolve with different groups from the Montreal scene. Then I continued at the University of Montreal in Peter Mchutcheon’s class. With him I founded the University of Montreal Guitar Quartet. At the same time, I collaborate with singer Fred Fortin as well as with the MG3 (Montreal Guitar Trio). I then explored medieval music with the Red Dragon and members of the NEF. Subsequently, I became a solo guitarist for the godfather of Quebec rock, Michel Pagliaro. Which allowed me to perform on all the major stages in Quebec. I also collaborated with Éric Lapointe, André Fortin (Les Colocs), Régine Chassagne (Arcade Fire) and the French singer Jacques Higelin. In summary, I have always tried to remain open-minded and play all possible styles of music. Looking forward to playing with you!

⭐ "Fred est un excellent prof! Il sait adapter son cours aux besoins et souhaits de son élève, et ça toujours plaisant, drôle et motivant. Sa maîtrise et ses connaissances de la musique sont impressionnantes, c'est un puit de savoir dont on aurait tort de se priver. Je ne pourrais jamais changer de prof!"

Teaching Neighborhood:Rosemont

With a Bachelor of Arts in Jazz Studies and a background in professional song techniques, this educator offers comprehensive instruction in voice, piano, and music theory. They draw on over a decade of formal training in pop, jazz, and classical styles to guide students through interpretation, vocal technique, and arrangement. Their teaching approach is informed by active experience as a composer and performer within the Montreal music scene.

⭐ "J'adore mes cours avec Alice ! C'est une heure de plaisir à ne penser à rien d'autre que chanter. Elle m'accompagne au piano ce que j'apprécie beaucoup. Sa méthode est très intuitive et j'ai l'impression de progresser rapidement. Je suis en confiance pour prendre des risques, jouer avec les chansons comme je le veux. Je recommande Alice sans hésitation."

Teaching Neighborhood:Downtown Montreal

After completing her studies in NYC, Victoria June Corbisiero has performed on stage in Canada, Europe, and the United States. Under the tutelage of Matti Raekallio and Paul Ostrovsky, she performed a recital featuring the music of Bach, Beethoven, Schumann, and Prokofiev at Ursula Kerk, Warmenhuizen, in the Netherlands in 2018.

⭐ "Victoria est une enseignante engagée, brillante, encourageante, patiente et compréhensive. Elle croit en mes capacités et me pousse en dehors de ma zone de confort, dans l’humour et sa passion pour la musique. En dehors du temps, des apparences et de tout jugement, elle n’hésite pas à explorer plein de trucs et astuces pour trouver la bonne méthode dans mon développement et ma compréhension au piano. Merci beaucoup Victoria de présence et ta ténacité! 🙏🏻"

Teaching Neighborhood:Côte-des-Neiges

Gabriel Genest is a versatile woodwind specialist and award-winning composer with advanced degrees in jazz performance and film scoring. He provides comprehensive instruction in saxophone, clarinet, and flute to students of all ages, drawing on his extensive experience as a big band director and clinician. His teaching approach is informed by a professional career spanning jazz, world music, and commercial arranging.

⭐ "Très bon professeur. Comprends bien les besoins et les difficultés que l'on doit maitriser pour bien apprendre à jouer de notre instrument. Moi, cela va faire bientôt 3 ans que je suis des cours de Saxophone Alto avec Gabriel. C'est tout un monde à apprendre et connaître l'apprentissage de la musique. Et Gabriel est le bon professeur pour apprendre à bien jouer."

Teaching Neighborhood:Villeray

Who am I? My name is Kjel. Originally from Saskatchewan, I've just finished a masters in music centered on composition and sound design, and as of three years I am the organist at l'église Saint-Édouard.

⭐ "Super bon prof de piano.Je n’avais pas pratiqué le piano depuis plusieurs années. Il s’est ajusté à mon niveau et à mon style d’apprentissage ce qui rendait les leçons très agréables."

Teaching Neighborhood:Rosemont

Cello teacher with more than 15 years of teaching experience, all ages to kids and adults online/my studio in Montreal.

⭐ "Je progresse plus vite que ce que j’aurai cru avec Ivan. Ses cours sont très agréables !"

Teaching Neighborhood:Ville-Marie

Srikanth is a McGill University Bachelor of Music graduate with extensive professional experience as an electric and double bassist on cruise ships and in Montreal’s jazz circuit. He draws on his background in independent jazz studies at Concordia University to provide students with a technically grounded and stylistically versatile approach to the instrument.

⭐ "Srikanth est à l’écoute des besoins et adapte ses leçons en fonction. J’aime son approche car il lie la théorie avec la pratique. L’enseignement est complet. Je vois que j’ai progressé. Je suis très satisfaite."

Teaching Neighborhood:Saint-Henri

Deeply connected to his Caribbean roots as well as his early jazz influences, Kulusé Souriant is a versatile drummer, piano player and composer who has found his own voice by exploring many musical configurations.

⭐ "J’ai choisi Kulusé pour mes premier cours de batterie et de musique après être tombé sur son site web. J’adore mon expérience depuis le premier jour. Je n’avais aucune expérience et mon niveau était 0, il c’est parfaitement adapté en proposant des séances bien calibrées. À chaque cours il me fait revoir mes acquis, m’apprends de nouvelles choses et me challenge sur des choses un peu plus difficile sans jamais que ça soit trop. Kulusé aime partager sa pratique et son univers, il est super pédagogique et je découvre pleins d’artistes et de genres musicaux que je ne connaissais pas ou peu. Bref j’attends chaque rendez vous avec impatience, je progresse bien et m’amuse énormément. Je ne peu que vous recommander ses cours !"

Teaching Neighborhood:Ahuntsic

Hey there :) You'll find below a list of my training as a musician an singer. Most recently, I've trained directly under Brett Manning at Singing Success in Nashville (he's worked with Taylor Swift, Leona Lewis, Hayley Williams from Paramore, Keith Urban, and many more) as well as Benny Meza from the same vocal coaching school, which is where I've pulled most benefit as a singer and from where (singing wise) I teach.

⭐ "Ishana et une prof extraordinaire! Dans son enseignement, elle fait preuve d'une grande sensibilité et d'une écoute attentive, tout en appliquant une rigueur essentielle aux exercices et aux techniques qu'elle propose. Les cours de chant et de guitare que j'ai pris avec Ishana m'ont fait progresser à haute vitesse dans mon cheminement musical. Je recommande donc cette prof sans hésiter!"

Teaching Neighborhood:Verdun