Composition

San Francisco is a nexus for New Music. The City is often described as a "composer's city" with many opportunities to hear and play world premieres, work with visiting composers and shape the future of new music. The composition program rarely exceeds 20, with five faculty members, which means that all students work closely with faculty, fellow students and visiting artists.

The composition faculty is always pleased to talk with prospective students and would be happy to answer any specific questions you have about the program. Visiting prospective students can also arrange a consultative lesson with our faculty.

FACULTY

Elinor Armer
Dan Becker
David Conte
David Garner
Alden Jenks
Conrad Susa (Please contact Admissions at 415.503.6271 or admit@sfcm.edu for Conrad Susa's contact information)

QUICK FACTS

• At least two annual concerts of student composer's works performed by the New Music Ensemble
• Many opportunities to have pieces performed
• Annual Highsmith Competition for composition students. Winner's piece is performed by the Conservatory Orchestra in the season's final concert
• Annual choral composition competition for Composition students