Montreal is the largest city in the province of Quebec, and the second-largest French-speaking city in the world after Paris. It has a distinctly European aesthetic that is unique to North America. Travel the streets and hear the sounds of French all around you, making Montreal and ideal starting point for a French immersion trip. However, the city is also home to world-class universities, such as McGill and its Schulich School of Music, making Montreal an excellent destination for student music groups.