About
San Francisco Conservatory of Music Continuing Education offers Alexander Technique, Brass Ensemble, SFCM Guitar Community Ensemble, Introduction to Music Composition, and continuing education private lessons. The program also includes Raga Compositions Level 1, which is not offered for Fall 2026. Private lessons are offered in person and online for students ages 18 and older, with tuition ranging from $140 to $170 per hour and registration for 5 to 15 lessons.
Programs
- Alexander Technique — Mondays, 6:30-8:00 PM (PT), September 28 to December 7, 2026; no class on November 23 · Instructor: Danielle Thomas. In-person at SFCM. Tuition: $450. No previous experience is necessary.
- Brass Ensemble — adult brass players · Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30 PM (PT), September 8 to November 17, 2026
- SFCM Guitar Community Ensemble — Saturdays, 4:30-6:00 PM (PT), September 19 to November 21, 2026 · Instructor: Scott Cmiel. Recital: Saturday, November 21, 2026 at 5:00 PM in Cha Chi Ming Recital Hall (the Bowes Center). In-person at SFCM. Tuition: $475.
- Raga Compositions Level 1 — This course is not offered for the Fall 2026 semester. Offered in partnership with the Ali Akbar College of Music.
- Introduction to Music Composition — Wednesdays, 7:00-8:30 PM (PT), September 16 to November 25, 2026; no class on November 11 · Instructor: Mauricio Rodriguez. Synchronous online. Tuition: $375.
- Continuing Education private lessons — students ages 18 and older · One-on-one instruction in-person and online. Open to students ages 18 and older. Tuition ranges from $140-$170 per hour. Students can register for 5-15 lessons.
At a glance
- Ages: 18 years old
About the provider
San Francisco Conservatory of Music was founded in 1917. Its mission is to prepare artists through exceptional conservatory education, meaningful professional experiences, and a culture of creativity rooted in San Francisco. SFCM is rooted in San Francisco and immersed in the SF Symphony, Opera, Ballet, SFJazz, and a community of artists, technologists, and entrepreneurs.
- Apply for Fall 2027 — Apply for Fall 2027 by December 1
A non-refundable $30 registration fee will be charged once per semester. Raga Compositions Level 1 is not offered for Fall 2026. The page states classes and ensembles are part of Continuing Education.
Last updated November 8, 2026.
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