🎼 Support for Students in the Baccalauréat en musique – Écriture – Université de Montréal


Empowering composers to craft innovative music and express their unique artistic voice.

The Bachelor’s in Music – Composition at the Université de Montréal is designed for students passionate about creating original music across a variety of genres and formats. Whether composing for orchestra, chamber ensembles, film, or new media, students develop both their technical skills and artistic vision to thrive as professional composers.

At Bouyela Education Corporation, we recognize that music composition combines creativity, technical mastery, and emotional expression. Our goal is to support students through the demands of the composition process, academic expectations, and professional development—helping them become confident, skilled, and innovative musicians.


🎶 Unique Challenges in Music Composition


Music composition students face specific academic and creative challenges including:

  • Technical Mastery: Balancing theory, harmony, orchestration, and digital music technology

  • Creative Inspiration: Overcoming creative blocks and developing original, meaningful compositions

  • Performance Preparation: Preparing scores for live performance, workshops, and recordings

  • Collaborative Projects: Working with performers, conductors, and multimedia artists

  • Career Building: Navigating opportunities in commissions, competitions, residencies, and teaching


🎓 How Bouyela Education Supports Composition Students


We provide personalized support tailored to the artistic and academic needs of music composition students.


🎼 Academic & Creative Guidance


  • Assistance with music theory, harmony, counterpoint, and orchestration coursework

  • Support developing and refining compositions across styles and media

  • Guidance preparing scores and parts for rehearsals and performances


💻 Technology & Production Support


  • Help using music notation software (Sibelius, Finale, Dorico) and digital audio workstations (DAWs)

  • Advice on electronic music composition, sound design, and multimedia integration


🎤 Performance & Collaboration


  • Coaching for workshops, rehearsals, and live performances

  • Support facilitating collaboration with performers, conductors, and directors


📈 Career Development & Networking


  • Portfolio preparation for competitions, grants, and commissions

  • Guidance on submitting work to festivals, residencies, and academic conferences

  • Professional development including résumé, grant writing, and artist statements


🌍 Support for Francophone & International Students


  • Academic and creative assistance in French and English

  • Cultural orientation to the Montréal music scene and Québec’s artistic networks

  • Help with CAQ, visa, and study permits for international students


🧠 Creative Well-being & Resilience


  • Strategies to manage creative pressure, academic stress, and performance anxiety

  • Referrals to wellness resources and artistic community support


🎵 Compose Boldly. Innovate Fearlessly. Share Your Sound with the World.


At Bouyela Education Corporation, we believe composers are at the heart of musical evolution and cultural expression. We’re here to help you develop your voice, master your craft, and navigate the professional landscape—turning your passion for composition into a rewarding career.