Esther Gonthier enjoys a vibrant career on the Quebec vocal music scene. As a rehearsal pianist, vocal coach or assistant conductor, she works regularly with the Opéra de Montréal, the Orchestre symphonique de Montréal and the Orchestre Métropolitain. As musical director of the opera Nelligan, she worked alongside André Gagnon for the creation of a version of the work for two pianos and cello. She is a regular collaborator at McGill University and the Atelier lyrique de l’Opéra de Montréal, where she shares her experience with young singers.