Contra Music School is a place of deliberate, cumulative, and meaningful musical formation.
Whether oriented toward professional formation or pursued as a personal hobby, the work is approached with care and is deeply personalised.
Compatibility is the foundation of how we place students. A good match is not simply helpful—it is essential to a fruitful learning experience.
Our teachers are active, highly committed musicians and educators based in Montreal, selected for both their exceptional artistry and pedagogical depth.
Because each student’s needs are unique and require careful consideration before teacher placement, and because we work with highly sought-after teachers across different disciplines, we invite you to contact us for a consultation to determine whether Contra is the right fit.
We look forward to supporting you in the next step of your musical journey.
Here’s what our current and prior students have to say about taking music lessons with Contra:
Antonio is an extremely knowledgeable and patient teacher who cares about the growth and enjoyment of his students. He spends time assessing where his students are and where they want to be: genre and skill-wise. Lessons are fun and focused. It’s been a pleasure learning from him and I look forward to building my musicality through the weekly lessons and thoughtful practice exercises prepared by him.
Paul is a fantastic piano teacher. He has been working with my 8-year old daughter for nearly two years, and she has not only improved her musical knowledge and piano technique, but she is still excited about learning the instrument, attending lessons and making the time to practice. Her continued interest is a testament to Paul’s personal approach and kind coaching style, as well as his ability to tailor the lessons to her interests and level, choosing music and exercises that she enjoys but also challenges her. If you are considering piano lessons, I highly recommend working with him.
Both Antonio and Quentin are great teachers and musicians. They breathe music. You can see they're passionate about transmitting what they know, by adapting their techniques to each student's level. Would definitely recommend if you're looking to develop a strong foundation in music.