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Play with fire.

World-class faculty and facilities will help you get your soul onstage.

Being a student in the strings department at SFCM means countless performance opportunities, coaching from San Francisco Symphony members, master classes with renowned visiting artists, and opportunities to collaborate across departments. Led by over a dozen faculty members with elite performance experience, the strings department prepares you for a lifetime of realizing your instrument’s potential—and your own.

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Instruments

What's up with your instrument at SFCM.

VISITING THE CAMPUS

We’re waiting to show you around.

We look forward to your visit! Contact the Office of Admission to take a tour of our facilities and audit a class. You can also contact the strings faculty directly to arrange a consultative lesson.

News Stories

What's happening at SFCM?

Thalea String Quartet
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In Conversation: Thalea String Quartet

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31st Annual Klein Competition - Winners Announced

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SFCM to Host Klein Competition

DEGREES AND PROGRAMS

Take your education to the next level.

Detailed curricula are available for all strings programs at SFCM.

Upcoming Events

Experience SFCM for yourself.

Friday, August 25, 2017

Pavitra Kumar, piano

Friday, August 25, 2017

Diego Becerra, percussion

Saturday, September 9, 2017

Pre-College Division Recital

ENSEMBLES

Perform with your peers.

Performance opportunities abound at SFCM. Ensembles featuring strings range from small chamber groups to the Conservatory Orchestra. Whether your interest lies in ensemble or solo repertoire, there’s a place for your unique voice.

Start on your path to excellence.

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Areas of Interest

See what else goes on at SFCM.

String and Piano Chamber

Historical Performance

Guitar