Booking Office of the Schulich School of Music of McGill University

Last reviewed: August 9, 2026. Business status: Active.

The Student Musician Booking Office at McGill University’s Schulich School of Music is a confirmed source for Montreal wedding ceremony musicians. Its official page explicitly invites couples planning a wedding ceremony, reception, or another event to book a soloist or group.

This listing refers to the current Student Musician Booking Office, the professional-development service within the Schulich School of Music. It is not the unrelated McGill SPOT site that appeared at the legacy web address. Last reviewed: August 9, 2026.

About the Student Musician Booking Office

McGill identifies this office as a professional-development service within its Schulich School of Music. The service connects individuals and organizations with student musicians for events, including wedding ceremonies and receptions. The official page describes the performers as experienced and states that the office works in classical or jazz styles.

For wedding planning purposes, this is an agency-style booking contact rather than a single fixed band. Couples can begin by considering the part of the day that needs music, then request a quote for a soloist or group. The office’s public information does not promise a particular performer, set length, or availability on a given date, so those details belong in the enquiry.

Services and specialization

The confirmed offering is live event music from soloists and groups. The official wedding-specific wording covers ceremonies and receptions, and the office also welcomes enquiries for other events. Its published focus is classical and jazz rather than a general-purpose DJ or dance-band package.

For classical music, the official page lists a string quartet, string trio, solo classical guitar, solo harp, and solo classical piano among popular choices. For jazz, it says groups can be big or small and identifies lead instruments that may include voice, saxophone, trumpet, and trombone, plus rhythm-section instruments including bass, drums, guitar, and piano.

These examples help couples frame an enquiry, but they should not be treated as a guaranteed menu. The school says its musicians cannot perform in both classical and jazz styles. For popular, world, or another style, the office asks prospective clients to contact it so it can try to assist.

• Classical: string quartet or trio, classical guitar, harp, or piano.
• Jazz: flexible-sized groups with published lead and rhythm-section instrument options.
• Booking route: request a quote for a soloist or group.

Service area and who it may suit

The office is based at McGill’s Schulich School of Music in Montreal, and the official page specifically calls out wedding ceremonies and receptions. It is therefore a relevant starting point for couples arranging live music in Montreal and looking for classical or jazz performers through one central contact.

It may suit couples who already know they want a small classical configuration, harp, piano, or a jazz grouping, as well as couples deciding between those two musical directions. The official material does not publish a travel radius, destination-wedding policy, or venue list. Couples planning an event outside Montreal should ask whether the requested musicians can travel and what, if any, additional logistics apply.

Confirmed strengths and practical limitations

A documented feature is the range of published classical and jazz configurations, from individual musicians to groups. Another is a direct booking office and quote-request path, which gives couples a clear route to ask about an event rather than having to locate individual students. The office also provides audio samples on its official site, useful when considering the published styles.

The practical limitations are equally important. The official page does not publish an all-inclusive wedding package, repertoire list, sound-equipment details, minimum booking duration, travel terms, or availability calendar. It also clearly says musicians cannot combine classical and jazz styles in one performance. These are planning items to confirm, not negative findings.

Pricing

Current pricing is not explicitly published. The confirmed official pages direct prospective clients to request a quote, but they do not state starting prices, package prices, deposits, travel fees, taxes, or cancellation terms.

A useful quote request should specify the wedding date, venue, ceremony and/or reception timing, preferred style, preferred ensemble size, and any special repertoire request. Ask for a written breakdown of performance time, breaks, travel, setup requirements, taxes, and payment milestones before booking.

Current prices are not published on the official pages reviewed.

Contact and booking

The official contact is the Student Musician Booking Office. The page names David Menzies as Booking Office Manager, gives the office email as booking.music@mcgill.ca, lists 514-398-8157, and links to an online quote request. The office’s mailing address is at the Strathcona Music Building in Montreal.

For a first contact, describe the event as a wedding ceremony, reception, or both; include the date, venue, expected timing, musical direction, and number of musicians you are considering. This gives the office the information needed to advise on a suitable soloist or group and prepare a quote.

• Email: booking.music@mcgill.ca
• Phone: 514-398-8157
• Online booking: use the official Request a Quote link.

What couples should confirm

Confirm whether musicians are available for the date and the exact portions of the day you want covered. Ask which classical or jazz configuration is available, whether the office can accommodate a particular instrument or vocalist, and whether any popular or world-music request is feasible.

Discuss repertoire in practical terms: processional, signing, recessional, guest arrival, cocktail hour, or reception background music. Because the official page says performers do not combine classical and jazz styles, decide whether one style meets the full brief or whether a separate arrangement is needed.

Finally, confirm the contractual and venue details that are not published: total fee and tax, deposit and payment schedule, performance duration and breaks, travel, weather contingency for outdoor events, amplification or power needs, load-in timing, music stands, attire, substitutions, and cancellation or rescheduling terms.

Continue planning

• Canada Wedding Directory
• Wedding & Bridal Guide
• Canada Wedding Guide blog

Frequently asked questions

Does the McGill Student Musician Booking Office provide music for weddings?

Yes. Its official page specifically invites enquiries for live music at wedding ceremonies and receptions, as well as other events.

What types of ensembles are listed?

Published examples include string quartets and trios, solo classical guitar, harp, piano, and jazz groups that can use instruments such as saxophone, trumpet, trombone, bass, drums, guitar, piano, and voice.

Can one booking combine classical and jazz music?

The official page says its musicians are unable to perform in both classical and jazz styles. Ask the office how this affects your particular timeline and music plan.

Are wedding prices available online?

No. Current pricing is not explicitly published; the office directs couples to request a quote.

Sources checked

• Student Musician Booking Office | Music – McGill University
• Booking Office – Quote Request | Music – McGill University

Address: Strathcona Music Building, 555 Sherbrooke St. W., Montreal, Quebec H3A 1E3

Phone: 514-398-8157

Website: https://www.mcgill.ca/music/about-us/hire-student-musicians