Richard Cox possesses a profound knowledge of not only the complex mechanics of voice technique, but perhaps more importantly, a deep understanding of precisely the level of work and dedication it takes to master the art of singing. He comprehends …

Jamael Smith is a San Francisco-based bassoonist and educator. A dedicated performer of contemporary and chamber music, they are a member of the San Francisco Contemporary Players and Eco Ensemble; as a chamber musician, they perform as a member of …

Dr. Thomas Kurtz enjoys a multi-hyphenate career as an educator, researcher, cultural arts administrator, and performing artist, with a commitment to champion equity-driven initiatives in the arts with a commitment to champion equity-driven initiatives in …

Sven Edward Olbash is a vocologist specializing in voice habilitation and works with singers, actors, and other professional voice users to improve vocal function and help prevent injuries. He is the owner of Voice Science Studio, a teaching artist with …

Hailed as a "brilliant pianist" (Financial Times) and "powerful player" (Santa Cruz Sentinel), Kate Campbell performs frequently as a soloist and chamber musician specializing in contemporary music and interdisciplinary projects. As the pianist for the …

Recognized worldwide for his musical prowess, Kim achieved First Prize at the ARD International Music Competition, as well as First Prize at the Prague Spring International Music Competition, and Second Prize (with no First Prize awarded) at the Concours …

Liam Shy is a DJ and Lawyer who has been teaching since 2009. He has performed at festivals around the world including Burning Man & Coachella, and practicing law since 2021. Liam is excited to combine the world of music, law, and business in his …

Dr. Julia Nielsen has been one of the San Francisco Bay Area’s leading voice teachers since founding her private studio in 1999. Her students perform with major opera companies and professional ensembles including the San Francisco Opera, San Francisco …

Samantha Heinle works on the intersection of music and literature from 1800 to the present. After receiving her Ph.D. in historical musicology from Cornell University, Dr. Heinle taught courses across music history, theory, and interdisciplinary studies …

Joo-Mee Lee is a passionate and dedicated educator of musicians of all ages. She currently serves as lecturer in violin and chamber music in the Department of Music at Stanford University and as director of the Stanford New Ensemble. Previously, she was …

A native of Taiwan, Wenyi Shih began her violin studies at the age of 8, with her great aunt, Sylvia Lee. Wenyi went on to receive her Bachelor of Music degree from the Boston Conservatory on full scholarship, under the tutelage of Lynn Chang, While in …

Jason Wang has performed widely across the United States, Europe, and Asia, appearing as both a soloist and chamber musician.  A prizewinner at many competitions, including the Heida Hermanns International String Competition, he has performed at music …

Born in Oakland, CA and growing up in Salt Lake City, Sam Bevan had classical piano lessons from the age of four, sang and played piano professionally and earned a BA in French before dedicating himself to bass, arranging and composing.  Greatly in demand …

Conductor and Percussionist James Beauton is currently the Director of Orchestra and Classical Music Studies at the Ruth Asawa School of the Arts in San Francisco. 2023-24 marked his debut season as the Music Director and Conductor of the Winchester …

Warren Deck brings decades of experience to SFCM in music performance, education, instrument development, and studio work. He will join SFCM in Fall 2025 with a select studio of students.  Deck's long and illustrious career includes 23 years as Principal …

Lalita Pérez Acosta is a dedicated double bassist and arts administrator with a deep passion for music education and community outreach. She holds a Master’s degree and a Professional Studies Certificate in Double Bass Performance from the San Francisco …

Pianist Menghua Lin, originally from Taiwan, began studying piano at age four and launched her concert career after winning the J.O.C. Youth Composition Competition. She has garnered numerous awards from the Pittsburgh Concert Society, Steinway Society of …

California native Dr. Elizabeth Marshall is second flutist of the Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra and a regular substitute with the Oakland Symphony. She spent 18 years as second flutist of the Madison Symphony Orchestra, and is a former member of the Ann …

Clint Cancio resides and teaches in the San Francisco Bay Area, where his students have gone off to such illustrious universities as Princeton, Brown and NYU. Clint authored and published “The Music Fairies and the Tiny Little Door,” which is a children’s …

John Freeman is a classical trumpet player and teacher based in the San Francisco Bay Area. Residing in downtown Oakland, John holds Principal Trumpet positions in four professional orchestras: San Francisco Chamber Orchestra, the Fresno Philharmonic, the …