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Guitars in the John Harris Collection

Manuel Ramirez 1912

Manuel Ramirez 1912, Madrid Top: Spruce Back & Sides: Rosewood The younger brother of José Ramirez I, Manuel Ramirez (1864-1916) was perhaps the first Madrid guitar maker to truly understand the importance of Torres. His guitar making genius not only …
Guitars in the John Harris Collection

Vicente Arias 1910

Vicente Arias 1910, Madrid Top: Spruce Back & Sides: Rosewood A near-contemporary of Antonio de Torres, Vicente Arias (1833-1914) was, it is claimed, the only real challenge to Torres at the end of the 19th century. Yet little is known of the life of this …
Guitars in the John Harris Collection

José Ramirez I 1901

José Ramirez I 1901, Madrid Top: Spruce Back & Sides: Rosewood The founder of the Ramirez dynasty, José Ramirez I (1858-1923), was born in Madrid, Spain. Though his guitar-making aesthetic aligned with the requirements of the flamenco guitar of the day—a …
Guitars in the John Harris Collection

Manuel de Soto y Solares 1876

Manuel de Soto y Solares 1876, Seville Top: Spruce Back & Sides: Rosewood The second of four generations of Seville guitar makers, Manuel de Soto y Solares (1839-1906) had his workshop in the Calle de la Cerrageria #7, the same street where Antonio de …
Guitars in the John Harris Collection

Manuel Gutierrez 1846

Manuel Gutierrez 1846, Seville Top: Spruce Back & Sides: Rosewood Manuel Gutierrez (c1773-1857) worked in Seville at Calle de la Cerrageria #35, located on the same street where Antonio de Torres had his shop at #32 Cerrageria. Gutierrez’ instruments are …
Guitars in the John Harris Collection

Juan Perfumo 1839

Juan Perfumo 1839, Cadiz Top: Fir Back & Sides: Cuban Mahogany Juan Perfumo’s short 20 year career as a guitarrero (guitar maker) was prolific andinfluential, though only about a dozen of his guitars have survived. Born in 1800, Perfumo died at sea in …
Guitars in the John Harris Collection

Louis Panormo 1837

Louis Panormo 1837, London Top: Spruce Back & Sides: Rosewood The French-born Louis Panormo (1784-1862), and his brothers, were 19th century England’s finest guitar makers and among the only luthiers outside Spain making guitars “in the Spanish style,” as …
Guitars in the John Harris Collection

Didier Nicolas la Aine 1815

Didier Nicolas la Aine 1815, Mirecourt Top: Spruce Back & Sides: Maple Didier Nicolas (1757-1833) was one of the leading makers of guitars and violins of the early 19th century in Mirecourt, the center of French lutherie from the 18th century through the …
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Pre-College Virtual Summer Programs

Registration is open for pre-college online summer programs at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music. Students can choose from instrument-specific camps, career-related courses, and even a coding class. The deadline to apply for most courses is June 1 …
50 Oak Street
diversity

SFCM statement on Verdict in Trial of Derek Chauvin

Dear Colleagues: While today’s verdict related to the murder of George Floyd brings one moment in this nation’s long history of systemic racism to a close, we are still only beginning the long road to justice. We continue to witness the tragic death and …
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Strings Eighth Notes

Highlights from Stefan Jackiw Master Class

In March, Stefan Jackiw, who is represented by SFCM’s newly acquired Opus 3 Artists , held a master class for students. Stefan Jackiw is one of America’s foremost violinists, captivating audiences with playing that combines poetry and purity with an …
Clairdee Hero Faculty
Roots, Jazz, and American Music rjam

Clairdee on the greatest challenge she faced in her career

In her own words, professor of jazz voice, Clairdee discusses overcoming pulmonary sarcoidosis early in her career. This is the first time I've talked about this to anyone outside of my family. The greatest challenge that I ever faced in my career was a …
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Bassoon Woodwinds bassoon

Q&A with an SFCM Bassoonist

SFCM asked junior Shelby Capozzoli some questions about her experience at the Conservatory and why she loves the bassoon. Get to know Shelby and what it’s like to study in the woodwinds department below. SFCM: Why the Bassoon? Was there an “a-ha” moment …