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Degrees and Programs

Undergraduate

Oboe Bachelor of Music

Graduate

Oboe Master of Music

Postgraduate

Oboe Professional Studies Certificate

A beautiful tone is a beginning, not a destination.

"Studying oboe at SFCM offers the opportunity to learn from two celebrated masters: San Francisco Symphony principal oboist Eugene Izotov and San Francisco Symphony English hornist Russ DeLuna.

Many opportunities await you as an oboist at SFCM: you can hone your reed-making skills in our dedicated double reed room, and participate in ensembles exploring Baroque through 21st-century music. You’re also eligible to enter the biennial Woodwind Concerto Competition.

Faculty

Faculty

Personalized guidance from celebrated pros.

Beyond Your Major

Minors

Customize your degree with minors that deepen your musical interests or expand your skills across disciplines.

Academics

Explore music theory, history, humanities, and interdisciplinary coursework that broadens your perspective as both a musician and a scholar.

Ensembles

Perform in recitals, ensembles, orchestras, opera productions, chamber music, and more than 500 concerts each year.

The Bowes Center

Live, learn, rehearse, and connect in a residence designed to bring artists together in one creative community.

Life on Campus

Find community through student organizations, wellness resources, campus traditions, and life in the heart of San Francisco.
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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.
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Application and Auditions

It's a big step, we know, and we're here for you. Apply online, request more information, or learn about our audition and application process.
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Student Success
SFCM's Oboe Powerhouse

Trio of Graduates Land Major Orchestra Roles:Ben Brogadir, ‘20, Christina Gavin, ‘18, and Casey Kearney, ‘19 are currently performing with or joining the Oregon Symphony, Atlanta Opera, and Louisiana Philharmonic, respectively.

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