Summer@SFCM

Summer@SFCM offers Technology and Applied Composition Immersive, Percussion Academy, Vocal Academy, Guitar Workshop, Harp Immersive, and Introduction to Music Composition - ONLINE ONLY. Activities named in these programs include classes in orchestral percussion, keyboard percussion, chamber ensemble, global percussion, private lessons, group classes, coaching with pianists, master classes, small ensembles, a final concert, Alexander Technique, improvisation, guitar technique, solo performance, harp ensemble, workshops, and a 9-day introductory composition course.

Programs

• Technology and Applied Composition Immersive — 15-18 · Residential summer program for aspiring young musicians.
• Percussion Academy — 13-18 · Six-day program with classes that may include orchestral percussion, keyboard percussion, chamber ensemble, and global percussion.
• Vocal Academy — 14-18 · Includes private lessons, group classes, coaching with pianists, master classes, small ensembles, and a final concert.
• Bass Clarinet Intensive — 18+ · A holistic approach with masterclasses, workshops, and solo, chamber, and large ensemble performance opportunities.
• Guitar Workshop — 13-18 · Week-long guitar workshop with Alexander Technique, improvisation, guitar technique, master classes and performance.
• Harp Immersive — 12-19 · Five-day program where each harpist gets to perform solo, in a master class, and with the harp ensemble.
• Introduction to Music Composition - ONLINE ONLY — 13-18 · Introductory 9-day course.
• Arts Leadership Summer Institute — 21+ · Weeklong seminar-style immersive experience hosted at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music.

At a glance

• Ages: 12–18 years old
• General schedule: Residential summer programs; applications open December 1.

About the provider

Summer@SFCM was founded in 1917. It offers residential summer programs, and residential opportunities stay on campus during week-long immersive courses. Applications open December 1.

Last updated September 17, 2026.