Vision

COMTESSA is a Montreal-based ensemble dedicated to performing and promoting music from before 1500. Rooted in both research and artistry, we bring this repertoire to life with creativity, authenticity, and a deep love for the music.

Montreal has long been a hub for early music performance and scholarship, but medieval music, some of the most vibrant and expressive music of the past, is still rarely heard here. COMTESSA seeks to change that. We’re building a space where female and non-binary musicians take the lead in exploring and sharing this extraordinary repertoire.

Through collaborations with specialists, scholars, and performers, we craft programs that highlight the depth, beauty, and relevance of medieval music today. Whether through concerts, educational initiatives, or interdisciplinary projects, we’re passionate about bringing this music to audiences in Montreal and across Canada.

At COMTESSA, we’re not just reviving the past, we’re reshaping the future of early music.