Mitra Khodadadi is a pianist, educator, and researcher based in Montreal. She began her musical journey at an early age and has since developed a career that bridges performance, pedagogy, and academic research.

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She started playing the piano as a child and trained with several instructors, including Shohreh Ghajar, Homayoun Aramfar, and later Sara Laimon. She has participated in numerous masterclasses and festivals, earning recognition for her musicianship and artistic development. In addition to piano, she began voice studies in 2021, exploring and performing nostalgic Iranian repertoire.

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Mitra’s academic path reflects both depth and specialization in music. After completing her early education in Tehran, she pursued higher education at McGill University, where she earned a Bachelor’s degree in Piano Performance and a Master’s degree in Music Theory. She studied under Professors Sara Laimon and Robert Hasegawa and also completed a Minor in Music Education with a focus on children and teenagers. During her studies, she was awarded multiple scholarships, including a Fine Arts and Performing Arts scholarship for her choral composition based on Gathic texts.

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Her graduate work placed a strong emphasis on research and analytical inquiry. Through her thesis and broader academic work, she engaged deeply with music theory, developing critical and analytical perspectives that continue to inform both her teaching and musicianship. Her experience as a Teaching Assistant at McGill University in 2022 and 2023 further strengthened her ability to communicate complex musical concepts in a clear and structured manner.

Mitra has been teaching piano since 2015 and has worked as a private instructor in Montreal since 2018, guiding students of all ages and levels. With a strong pedagogical foundation and years of hands-on experience, she tailors her teaching approach to the individual needs of each student. Her work with children, including those with diverse learning needs, has shaped a patient, flexible, and supportive teaching style that prioritizes long-term growth and musical understanding.

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Her approach to teaching is structured, thoughtful, and student-centered, with an emphasis on building both technical proficiency and a genuine connection to music. Mitra is deeply committed to fostering a meaningful and lasting appreciation for music in each of her students.