A public, state-subsidized music conservatory in Montréal, Québec, known for the excellence of its teaching programs.
The Conservatoire de musique de Montréal is a state-owned company subsidized by the Government of Québec. It is attached to the Ministère de la Culture et des Communications. The Conservatoire is known for the excellence of its teaching programs. Former student Robert Langevin is described as a solo flutist with the New York Philharmonic.
The Conservatoire offers a personalized academic path combined with teaching by professors and a range of pedagogical programs. The Interprétation profile trains instrumentalists and opera singers. The Direction d'orchestre profile aims to train the next generation of conductors. The Composition profile includes specialized programs in instrumental composition, electroacoustic composition, and creation. The teaching staff is made up of professional artists and experienced performers who are part of ensembles and orchestras across Canada.
The Conservatoire is located at 4750, avenue Henri-Julien, 1er étage, Montréal (Québec) H2T 2C8. It allows members of Montreal's artistic community to rent seven of its halls and collaborates with resident ensembles. Music candidates must audition, and children from age eight are invited to audition. Admission routes include Préconservatoire by audition, Collégial after secondary studies or a preparatory certificate, Premier cycle universitaire after collegial studies, and Deuxième cycle universitaire for holders of a first cycle degree.