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Gabrielle Haigh

Gabrielle Haigh '18

January 29, 2018
“No matter who it is you’re dealing with in an organization or outside of it, you have to treat them well, and you have to be respectful,” says soprano Gabrielle Haigh, a second year master’s degree candidate in the studio of Sylvia Anderson . “If someone …
Glory Denied; Tom Cipullo coaching SFCM student
Opera and Musical Theatre opera

In Conversation: Tom Cipullo's "Glory Denied"

February 28, 2018
In 1973, the longest-held prisoner of war in American history returned home from Vietnam after nine long, torturous years in captivity. But that was only the beginning of his problems. Floyd James (“Jim”) Thompson married Alyce DeVries in 1953, and for a …
Journey Live at SFCM
Technology and Applied Composition video games

Journey LIVE Brings Gamers to the Concert Hall

February 28, 2018
Sweeping melodies, cascading harmonies, gorgeous animation, and a quest undertaken by a unshakable protagonist. The award-winning hit video game Journey takes the player through a complete sensory experience with a simple, elegant plot built on lore and …
Philip Glass works with a groups of Brass players
philip glass

SFCM Students Perform with Philip Glass

February 27, 2018
SFCM has certainly made a strong showing in New York City this month. Only a couple of weeks ago, the Telegraph Quartet—the Conservatory’s quartet-in-residence—performed a sold-out show at Carnegie Hall that drew critical acclaim . SFCM also hosted a …
Adult Extension Program Students and Faculty
adult extension

Adult Extension Program Offers Creative Outlet

February 27, 2018
“Two years ago, I decided to ignore the voice in my head that says I am too old to start music, and enrolled in an opera singing class in the San Francisco Conservatory’s Adult Extension program.” Ned Taleb, CEO of Nexius and B. Yond, has an impressive …
Sunday with the Divas
Opera and Musical Theatre Voice / Opera Studies opera

Divas Share Laughs Onstage at Nourse Theater

February 27, 2018
“I would say Jackie,” answered Frederica von Stade matter-of-factly, referring to Marilyn Horne by her nickname and glancing in her direction. It was moderator Stephen Rubin’s question—“What female singer influenced you most?”—that brought the response, …
The Shanghai Five
Strings Violin alumni

Shanghai Exchange Students Reunite at SFCM

February 21, 2018
In 1981, five students from the Shanghai Conservatory of Music took part in an exchange program that brought them to study at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music—only one year after leaders from San Francisco and Shanghai signed the first Sister City …
Ed Stephan
Percussion percussion

Percussionist Ed Stephan Joins Faculty of SFCM

February 21, 2018
The San Francisco Conservatory of Music (SFCM) today announces the appointment of Ed Stephan to its percussion faculty. Stephan—currently principal timpanist of the San Francisco Symphony—joins fellow SFCM percussion faculty members Jack Van Geem , Jacob …
The Telegraph Quartet
String and Piano Chamber Music Violin Viola Cello Strings chamber music

Telegraph Quartet Triumphs in New York

February 9, 2018
Performing some of the most daring repertoire of the 20th and 21st centuries, the Telegraph Quartet—winner of the 2016 Naumburg Chamber Music Award and SFCM’s quartet-in-residence—dazzled an eager, sold-out crowd at Carnegie Hall on Tuesday, February 6. …
The flag of Puerto Rico

Students Host Fundraiser for Puerto Rico Hurricane Victims

November 2, 2017
After a busy hurricane season, many thousands have had to rebuild their lives, feeling the hard effects of all-too-real catastrophes. SFCM student Ashlyn Herd ’18 feels that extra attention should be given to Puerto Rico in the aftermath of hurricanes …
Vibeka Lyman ’17

Alumna Tackles Global Epidemic through Music Education in Thailand

November 2, 2017
Music is known to bridge divides, promote dialogue, and comment on the salient issues in our cultural zeitgeist. It is a universal language that speaks to our most visceral sensibilities. Alumna Vibeka Lyman ’17 believes it can rescue the most vulnerable …
Natalise

Natalise Finds the Sweet Spot

November 2, 2017
Pre-College alumna Natalise (of Natalise + the Sunset Run) has made waves since entering the pop scene nearly two decades ago. From performing the national anthem at Warriors games to the airplay her music receives on radio and television to new album …

New Fellowship Program Addresses the Future of Orchestral Culture

October 25, 2017
The San Francisco Conservatory of Music (SFCM) is pleased to join a consortium comprised of six music institutions from around the globe to launch an international fellowship program titled “The Future of Orchestral Culture.” The research and performance …
Technology and Applied Composition tac

Recording Like the Masters

October 1, 2015
Aspiring recording engineers including SFCM students and alumni recently got tips from two industry experts on how to make a great classical recording - even on a budget. San Francisco mastering engineer Piper Payne led a master class in recording …
Brass Trumpet Trombone Horn Tuba students

With the National Brass Ensemble in Chicago - A Student's View

October 20, 2015
By trombonist Harry Gonzalez '17, a student of former San Francisco Symphony principal trombone Mark Lawrence. Gonzalez is the first student-at-large assigned to cover a national event related to SFCM. In 1968,  The Antiphonal Music of Gabrieli , a record …
SFCM Student playing guitar
Guitar guitar

India on a Guitar String

October 23, 2015
”India is by far the most exciting and interesting place I've ever taught or lived,” reports guitarist Matt Bacon ’14, who left San Francisco in June to take a job teaching in Chennai. After only three months in India, he was invited to perform as a …