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25 Teachers
academically trained
4,200+ Students
since 2016
10+ Instruments
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Alexander Cook
B.Mus. Performance & M.A. Musicology, Dalhousie University
With over 15 years of teaching experience, Alexander wrote his 2013 Master's thesis on the nature of groove through Mitch Mitchell's drumming. He draws inspiration from Steve Gadd, Charlie Watts, John Bonham, and David Garibaldi, covering everything from foundational technique to advanced improvisation.

Alexandre Mondor
B.Mus. Composition & Music for the Moving Image, Université de Sherbrooke; Professional Techniques in Jazz Composition & Arranging, CÉGEP Saint-Laurent; Diploma, École nationale de la chanson (CÉGEP de Granby)
Trained in composition and music for the moving image at Université de Sherbrooke and holding a diploma from the École nationale de la chanson, Alexandre is a singer-songwriter on electric and acoustic guitar, drawn to the Québec chanson tradition and classic rock. He tailors lessons to each student's tastes and goals — favourite songs, technique, theory, composition, or improvisation — in a motivating, accessible setting.

Alexy Guérer
Musical Interpretation (Drums) & Composition, Carleton University
Discovering drums at 13 in Ottawa, Alexy studied Latin and jazz percussion with Jack McGregor before helping establish Carleton's first singer-songwriter program. He forms half of the Montreal duo Hansom Eli with his sister Camille, blending folk, R&B, funk, and indie pop, and also plays guitar and piano.

André Asselin
B.F.A. Integrative Musical Studies, Concordia University; DEC Popular Music, Cégep de Drummondville
Starting guitar at 14 and switching to bass at 19, André spans rock, jazz, blues, funk, and Québécois traditional music. He's a founding member of the eclectic Montreal quartet NUTSAK (album "Failed Musician," 2008) and has collaborated with Dave Turner, Jeri Brown, and Paul Dolden across theatre and film.

Arnaud Sinbandhit
Lyric Singing, Popular Music & Young Singers' Workshop (Conservatoire à Rayonnement Intercommunal de Musique, Danse et Théâtre de Limeil-Brévannes); Vocal training with Laura Marin and Jean-Fernand Setti
Vocal coach to Amandine Porchet of Les Soignantes, a finalist group on "La France a un incroyable talent" in 2023, Arnaud has taught since 2019 and worked with several hundred singers. Formerly lead voice teacher at a French music school, and a tenor chorister turned soloist with Melody Gospel, he favours pop, soul, R&B, and gospel, and makes vocal technique concrete through imagery and sensation.

Carl Geracimo
Two Music Certificates (with great distinction), McGill Conservatory
A piano instructor since 1997, Carl earned two music certificates "with great distinction" covering classical theory, ear training, technique, and repertoire. He has performed at Place des Arts as accompanist and soloist, and his teaching since 2009 spans Baroque through modern jazz.

Christian Renaud
Bachelor's in Jazz Performance, Université de Montréal; DEC Jazz Drums, Cégep Marie-Victorin
Christian won the Francouvertes competition in 2016 with La Famille Ouellette, leading to performances at Osheaga, Festival d'été de Québec, and Le Festif!, plus an appearance on Télé-Québec. He toured with Dumas on the "Cosmologie" tour (2023-2024) and uses Ableton Live in his teaching.

Ciata Johnson
DEC Classical Piano, Vanier College; Piano Pedagogy, Gorin Institute; B.Mus. (in progress), McGill University
Currently pursuing her Bachelor of Music at McGill University, Ciata brings dual expertise in classical performance and pedagogy, covering piano technique, music theory, and ear training with a personalized approach for every student.

Clovis Pinsonnault
Advanced studies in Performance & Composition (in progress), Western University and Université de Montréal; Bachelor's in Instrumental Composition, Université de Montréal
A violinist and composer, Clovis is pursuing advanced studies in performance and composition at Western University and Université de Montréal. He has played violin since childhood and has also explored piano, guitar, and clarinet. He teaches students of all ages and levels, drawing on classical, popular, folk, and jazz traditions and folding in theory, improvisation, and composition as needed.

Éloi Pinsonnault
Digital Music (in progress), Université de Montréal; Jazz & World Music, Université de Montréal; DEC Professional Music & Song, Cégep de Saint-Laurent
A musician since age six — piano, classical percussion, trumpet, and guitar before focusing on drums — Éloi trained under Mario Roy and Gilbert Fradette. He plays in six active bands across Montreal's indie, jazz, and francophone scenes. With Muhoza, he won first place and the $15,000 SiriusXM Prize at the sold-out 29th Francouvertes finals, then delivered the closing set at the 37th Francos de Montréal. His credits also span two editions of Pop Montreal, Festival de la Poutine, and recordings with Muhoza, Colin Léo, and Chapeaux Pointus.

Jean-Christophe Carette
Bachelor's in Jazz Interpretation, Université de Montréal
Praised for "a strong melodic sense and lyricism reminiscent of Keith Jarrett," Jean-Christophe has performed at the Montreal International Jazz Festival, Pop Montreal, and Saguenay Jazz and Blues Festival. He contributed keyboards to Hansom Eli's debut album "Sip" (2024), blending jazz sensibility with pop, soul, and hip-hop.

Jocelyn Pelichet
Bachelor's in Classical Guitar, Université de Montréal; Double DEC Music & Human Sciences, Cégep St-Laurent
Teaching for over 20 years across all genres, Jocelyn released two solo neoclassical albums: "Parcelles" (12 original compositions) and "Décembre" (recorded in a heritage Estrie church). He's performed at the Montreal Jazz Festival and Festival de Musique Émergente, and has over one million views on TikTok and YouTube.
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Karl Philippe-Fournier
Conservatoire de Montréal; DEC Music, Cégep Marie-Victorin
A versatile guitarist who trained at Montreal's Conservatoire and Cégep de Marie-Victorin. Karl specializes in bridging classical, classic rock, and blues, bringing a diverse musical palette to his teaching.

Manny Bernard
B.Mus. Pop Guitar, UQAM; DEC Professional Music & Song Techniques (Jazz & Pop Guitar), Cégep de Saint-Laurent
A professional guitarist at home in country, rock, metal, and jazz, Manny performs regularly across Quebec and beyond with his original-music bands and as a freelance musician. His methodical teaching adapts to each student's goals and musical tastes, and his stage experience lets him share practical advice. He can also guide students toward Cégep or university auditions.

Marc Deslandes
B.Mus. Education, UQAM (clarinet with Martin Carpentier); Ensemble direction with André Gauthier
Marc studied classical clarinet at UQAM with Martin Carpentier of l'Orchestre Métropolitain and has performed as clarinetist with l'Orchestre Philharmonique Équitable since 2009. With over 15 years of private instruction, he also studied ensemble direction and brings expertise across clarinet, saxophone, flute, trumpet, and bass clarinet.

Michael Rien
A Canadian screen composer specializing in psychological, supernatural, and thriller films, Michael has classical and jazz training. A drummer and pianist, he has recorded, composed, and arranged for Cantor Sharon Azrieli, Matt Lipscombe, Leesa Mackey, and Tamashi, and has collaborated with JUNO-winning producers Joseph Donovan and Robert Heaney. He teaches piano and drums.

Natalie Grimmett
Master of Music, Schulich School of Music, McGill University (2025); Bachelor of Arts (Honours) and Music, Monash University, Australia (2022)
A coloratura soprano trained at McGill's Schulich School of Music (Master of Music, 2025) and Monash University in Australia, Natalie was named 2022 Opera Scholar of the Year (Opera Scholars Australia) and held the Amelia Joscelyne Memorial Scholarship as a two-year Melba Opera Trust Artist (2022–2023). Recent roles include Queen of the Night (Die Zauberflöte) with the Institut canadien d'art vocal and Victorian Opera's The Grumpiest Boy in the World. Her recital repertoire ranges from Handel and Mozart to Strauss's Zerbinetta aria and Glière's Concerto for Coloratura Soprano. Patient and creative, she teaches classical and contemporary voice to children and adults alike.

Nicolas Gaudreault
B.Mus. Jazz Guitar, Université de Montréal; DEC Professional Music & Song (Jazz Guitar), Cégep de Saint-Laurent
A musician, composer, and sound engineer based in Montreal, Nicolas has been performing and producing across Quebec and internationally for over 10 years. He co-owns Studio Verville, where he works as a recording engineer. Starting electric guitar at age 9, he moves fluidly between traditional and experimental music. As a teacher, he favours an inclusive method that breaks down melodies and chord progressions so students can understand and feel their impact on interpretation.

Rimma Finkelstein
Master's in Classical Music, State Pedagogical University of Minsk
Former Vice Director and violin instructor at a prestigious music school in Minsk, Rimma has been teaching since 1997. Her Montreal students have earned highest distinctions at McGill Conservatory exams, performed at McGill's annual gala concerts, and gone on to the Montreal Philharmonic Orchestra and Dolce Musica Youth Orchestra.

Roxane Grenier
Bachelor's in Musical Composition, Université de Sherbrooke
A versatile composer, pianist, and flutist who began piano at age five. Roxane serves as keyboardist for the progressive metal band Roove and emphasizes creating a fun, caring learning environment tailored to each student's needs.

Seán Riley
Jazz Interpretation, McGill University; Jazz Guitar, Vanier College
A multi-instrumentalist performing professionally since 1979, Seán has graced stages at the Montreal International Jazz Festival, toured Europe twice, and played iconic Montreal venues including Biddles, The Yellow Door, and Sofa. He also plays flute, harmonica, and vocals, drawing from influences spanning John Coltrane to Richard Desjardins.

Sindy Li
Bachelor's – Composition Major (in progress), Université de Montréal; Level 10 Repertoire, Royal Conservatory of Music
Trained to Level 10 repertoire in the Royal Conservatory of Music system and now a composition major at Université de Montréal, Sindy teaches piano and ear training to students at different levels. She also accompanies violinists preparing for the same conservatory's exams and singers in a church's musical activities. Her attentive teaching adapts to each student's needs and pace.

Thomas Viñals-Castonguay
Master's in Lyric Singing (with high distinction), University of Music and Performing Arts, Vienna; Conservatoire de musique de Montréal
A native of Quebec City, tenor Thomas Viñals began his vocal studies at the Conservatoire de musique de Montréal and continued at the prestigious University of Music and Performing Arts in Vienna, Austria, where he earned a Master's degree with high distinction. He stands out for his warm, lyrical timbre as well as his musicality and agility in roles such as Ferrando (Così Fan Tutte, Mozart), Tamino (Die Zauberflöte, Mozart), Alfred (Die Fledermaus, Strauss), Prince Charming (Cendrillon, Massenet), Count Almaviva (Il Barbiere di Siviglia, Rossini), and Nemorino (L'elisir d'amore, Donizetti).
In 2021, he was named a laureate of Les Jeunes Ambassadeurs Lyriques and won a place with the Orfeo Foundation, based in Amsterdam. In 2022, he received the prestigious Hnatyshyn Foundation scholarship in the "Classical Vocal Performance" category. In 2023, he joined the Centre de Perfeccionament del Palau de les Arts at the Palau de las Artes in Valencia, Spain, where he made his European stage debut in Verdi's Un ballo in maschera (Servo d'Amelia), Mozart's Die Zauberflöte (Erster Geharnischter, Tamino cover), and Pauline Viardot's Cendrillon (Prince Charming).
Thomas takes a structured pedagogical approach focused on the technical fundamentals of the voice. Convinced that students must first learn to use their instrument properly before singing, he devotes a large part of his lessons to targeted exercises designed to free and develop the voice. As the technical foundations take hold, he guides his students toward repertoire work, drawing on solid expertise and an approach geared toward long-term effectiveness.

Vincent Leclair
B.Mus. Mixed Composition (2025), Université de Montréal; DEC, CÉGEP de Sherbrooke; Exchange, Royal Conservatory of Mons (Belgium)
After 13 years of classical training, Vincent shifted to jazz piano at CÉGEP de Sherbrooke, then expanded into hip-hop, R&B, and rock. His Bachelor's from Université de Montréal (2025) and international exchange in Belgium gave him expertise spanning film scoring, digital audio installations, and counterpoint.

Zacarie Brassard
Bachelor's in Musical Writing (in progress), Université de Montréal; Dual DEC Composition & Professional Music, Cégep Lionel-Groulx
Zacarie began piano at 8 and discovered electric guitar at 13, practicing up to 40 hours weekly and winning first prize in the televised talent contest "0 to 1000." He completed dual DECs at Cégep Lionel-Groulx and is now pursuing a Bachelor's in musical writing at Université de Montréal.
