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Coaching and Excerpts
Learn with the best
Our people set us apart - world-class coaches will help develop your skills and prepare you for any stage. Focused instruction breeds immense improvement, SFCM's coaches approach time with you with intent so you can get more out of each note.
Faculty
![Amy Chiu headshot](/sites/default/files/styles/original_mobile/public/2023-03/amy-chiu-headshot.jpg.webp?itok=EI-hHyTY)
![Margaret Halbig Headshot](/sites/default/files/styles/original_mobile/public/faculty/headshots/Margaret_Halbig_Headshot.jpg.webp?itok=bzHYWTRC)
![Jeremy Preston headshot](/sites/default/files/styles/original_mobile/public/2023-03/jeremy-preston-headshot.jpg.webp?itok=wDbZUP_M)
![Jerome Simas headshot](/sites/default/files/styles/original_mobile/public/2023-03/jerome-simas-headshot.jpg.webp?itok=xsP_2YQ7)
![Frederica von Stade headshot](/sites/default/files/styles/original_mobile/public/2023-03/frederica-von-stade-headshot.jpg.webp?itok=Z1nNsr62)
![Matt Young headshot](/sites/default/files/styles/original_mobile/public/2023-03/matt-young-headshot.jpg.webp?itok=j7fiUOet)
Faculty
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Amy Chiu
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Margaret Halbig
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Jeremy Preston
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Jerome Simas
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Frederica von Stade
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Matt Young
![Amy Chiu headshot](/sites/default/files/styles/original_mobile/public/2023-03/amy-chiu-headshot.jpg.webp?itok=EI-hHyTY)
![Margaret Halbig Headshot](/sites/default/files/styles/original_mobile/public/faculty/headshots/Margaret_Halbig_Headshot.jpg.webp?itok=bzHYWTRC)
Margaret Halbig
Principal Vocal Coach, Instrumental Collaborative Pianist
![Jeremy Preston headshot](/sites/default/files/styles/original_mobile/public/2023-03/jeremy-preston-headshot.jpg.webp?itok=wDbZUP_M)
![Jerome Simas headshot](/sites/default/files/styles/original_mobile/public/2023-03/jerome-simas-headshot.jpg.webp?itok=xsP_2YQ7)
Jerome Simas
Woodwinds Chair
![Frederica von Stade headshot](/sites/default/files/styles/original_mobile/public/2023-03/frederica-von-stade-headshot.jpg.webp?itok=Z1nNsr62)
![Matt Young headshot](/sites/default/files/styles/original_mobile/public/2023-03/matt-young-headshot.jpg.webp?itok=j7fiUOet)
![SFCM Opera performance](/sites/default/files/2023-03/16-9-opera-concert-alliances.jpg)
Industry Alliances to Support Students and Artists
In recent years, SFCM acquired two leading artist management companies and an iconic record label to reimagine how elements of the music industry can better integrate to advance the human experience through music. For students, that means more opportunities to interact with touring artists and industry experts–including professional development workshops, side-by-side performances, and enhanced masterclasses.
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Admissions
We can't wait to hear what you have to play. Apply today to start your performance of a lifetime.![A photo of a student raising her hand at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music](/sites/default/files/styles/related/public/field/image/Admission-HowToApply-Thumbnail5.jpeg.webp?itok=3Fxrte2q)
How to Apply
It's a big step, we know, and we're here for you. Apply now online, request more information, or learn about our audition and application process.![Piano in Cha Chi Ming Recital Hall at The Bowes Center.](/sites/default/files/styles/related/public/field/image/Bowes_PR_Inaug.png.webp?itok=cH0YhLL4)