Participate

The Montreal Summer Choral Academy welcomes everyone! Whether you’re an experienced singer or simply looking to join in the joy of singing together, there’s a place for you here.

Sing in the Academy Choir

The Academy Choir is the flagship chorus of the Montréal Summer Choral Academy, offering participants the chance to rehearse and perform a concert under the direction of Jean-Sébastien Vallée, Director of Choral Studies at McGill University and Artistic Director of the Toronto Mendelssohn Choir.

Program Highlights

• Daily Rehearsals: Focused preparation of Martín Palmeri’s “Misa a Buenos Aires” and works by Canadian and Québécois composers.
• Final Concert: A public performance at McGill University’s Schulich School of Music in the beautiful Redpath Hall.
• Workshops: Attend sessions covering vocal technique and repertoire and observe our daily masterclasses for conductors.
• Concerts: Get an all-access pass to our opening concert with a professional choir, a mid-week participative concert, and a concert featuring our student conductors on the podium.
• Time to Explore: Opportunities to enjoy Montreal’s summer atmosphere between rehearsals.

Who Can Join

Open to singers of all levels who are interested in enhancing their skills and participating in an intensive choral experience. At least one year of singing in a choir is required, and all participants must be over 18 years of age.

How to register

Fill out our form to register for the Academy Choir.

Tuition fees

• $300 (adults) 
• $100 (students, 18+) *Student ID required

Tuition includes rehearsals, workshops, entrance to Academy concerts, and performance.

Conduct

Conductor applications for the 2025 Montréal Summer Choral Academy have been completed. Please return in the fall for application details for 2026.

Congratulations to the selected conductors for 2025!